We went shopping this weekend to get a few more fish for our 30 gallon tank, all it had was a sucker fish and a bunch of guppies- boring! We ended up getting 2 freshwater neon spotted puffer fish, and 2 spotted silver catfish. Next week we are getting our centerpiece, for only 19.00 a beautifully ugle freshwater lionfish- check him out! he is soooo ugly, but will be something unique for us- he gets to about 6 inches and will definitely make people go WOW! It looks like a dragon!

Popularity: 3% [?]

I went to a viewing yesterday for my friends little brother, he was 18 and died of a drug overdose. I never got the chance to meet him but I hear he was a nice kid. It is really tearing up my friend and his mom, she has already been through so much then she had to get this phone call. She is a very strong woman. I don’t know if I could handle something happening to my brother or sister, it makes me tear up just thinking about it. Things like that are not suppost to happen, especially not so young with so much potential.

Life is too short to waste it away on drugs and parties. Think of your mother next time you do something stupid and dangerous, do you really want to put her through that? I sure don’t.

Popularity: 3% [?]

Minus my student loan and hospital bills we are done! It started with a 480 dollar settlement to bank of america and our very last payment to Friedman’s is happening tonight at about 7pm!!

Now we will have an extra 170 a month to put into savings, my next goal is to have 1000 in savings for an emergency fund. Then to knock out my student loan! Woooot! I am so exited!!

We could have NEVER done this without the help of Mvelopes- do yourself and me a favor- SIGN UP TODAY!! Let me know if you need any help setting it up!

Popularity: 4% [?]

If you look at the Wikipedia entry on Seasonal Affective Disorder you will find a lot of information. While I have not been affected by this, I feel it working at home, I get down and out if I don’t open some windows and let fresh air and lots of light through. If you are affected by this you should explore other light options, I really like the quoizel lighting sold there. They are both pretty and effective.

Popularity: 2% [?]

The price of gasoline is on the rise. So how can you save some money on gas? Read these tips. I feel it every week when we have to spend more and more on the same amount of gas. Our truck takes 45 dollars to fill up now, it used to take 30, pitiful! :-(

The carpool system

Since all of you will have the same destination, there is no need to bring extra vehicles if you can all fit in one car or van. If you are with your co-workers, it is a good idea to bring your cars alternately or on rotation. If you have children that you bring to school or social events, exchange driving responsibilities with your friends. I have been trying to get my hubby and his friend in the same neighborhood to do this, but joseph goes in an hour before him and gets off an hour later, so that wouldn’t work!

Commute to work

You can always take the public transportation system when going to the office. This is also a good way to relax since you are not driving. You can even take a short nap while on your way. We don’t even have a bus line here though!

Look at the prices of different gas stations

Take time to drive around and check the pump prices of the gas stations near your neighborhood. Keep in mind that a few cents difference can add up to a lot if you continually have your car re-filled in the same gas station all the time.

Shed some sweat

A good way to save money on gas and keep yourself healthy at the same time is by walking or riding a bike to your destination. It saves time since you do not have to look for parking and also makes you healthier from the exercise. Utilizing these alternatives will also keep you from getting stuck in traffic which will surely waste a lot of your time and gas.

Keep your car in very good condition

It is necessary to keep your car’s engine in good running condition so that it will not consume a lot of fuel. When driving around on errands, plan out your route before you even get out of the house. This will minimize your trips going back and forth. If is also ideal to use the aircon as minimal as possible since it drastically increases the car’s fuel consumption.

Check your car’s tire pressure

Keep it a habit to check your car’s tires so each one has the right amount of pressure. Having unequal pressure can greatly affect the car’s fuel economy. It is also advised for you to refrain from accelerating too fast since this means burning a lot more fuel.

These are some of the things that you can do to save on gas. Gasoline is not a renewable resource, therefore using it wisely is very important to conserve this valuable commodity.

Popularity: 3% [?]