I Wish I Was a Mommy Blogger
I want to be a mommy blogger. Now we all know that as we get older more experienced we are listened to less. Isn’t that weird? I mean, when you are the …
Lifestyle
Frugal Fall – Preparing Your Home for Cooler Weather
Fall is slowly descending here in Texas. Obviously, October in Texas is not what it might be in New York, Colorado or elsewhere. The days range between sixty five and …
What’s Happened To The Movies
This post is not about frugality, nor does it have much to do with retirement (unless after you finish reading you think I need to get our more). If you …
Senior Citizen-Who Me??
As I gal in her late fifties, there are quite a few adjectives I might use to describe myself-middle aged, baby boomer, early retiree, young widow. I’m sure that there …
Tuesday Tidbits-And February Goals
Tidbits of the Day: As we go through January, I’m reminded of why I put up with triple digit Texas heat in the summer. Today it is only fifty, but …
Fixed Income Living-The Emergency Fund
Not too long ago, I made a visit to the local Social Security Office. I figured it was time for me to figure out what I’ll be living on as a base …
Fixed Income Living-I’ve Been To The Movies
Well, my Sunday post comes a bit early. I’ve been up watching basketball games and the aftermath. To the members of the gallery who don’t watch sports, you have my …
Along The (Mainly) Frugal Open Road
One of the many advantages of retirement is the chance to take off and hit the road as the mood strikes. Obviously, if we are working part time, or our …
Shopping Second Hand-How To Get The Good Stuff Used
I once joked on this blog that I had all my needs and would never need anything else ever again. While that’s obviously an exaggeration, it’s not a huge leap …
The Dog Ate My Kindle-And Other Thoughts on Technology
I did not forget about this blog, truly. Although I am a sporadic blogger on occasion, a weeks break is generally long, even for me. I can only plead for understanding. …