1. Make Sensible Resolutions (and see them through!). Think carefully about what you want to accomplish by this time next year. Where do you want to be in 12 months? Make a list of all your resolutions ordered from most important to least important and stick it up somewhere you will see it on a daily basis. Know what’s at the top of my list? To keep all my New Years’ Resolutions of course!
2. Be Optimistic. Is your glass half full or half empty? Not only does Optimism correlate strongly with self-esteem, psychological well-being and physical and mental health, you’re also far more likely to succeed at any given task if you go in with an optimistic mindset.
If you’re like me (eternal pessimist and cynic), you’re probably thinking that being cheerful in the face of adversity is easier said than done, and you’re right. Even so, there are ways to train yourself to be more optimistic. Yes, as dubious as that sounds, you can actually turn yourself into a glass half full kind of person with a few simple techniques. Check out this great post to get you started.
3. Learn a musical instrument. A wise man once said that Music is the poetry of the air. Learning to play an instrument will give you a feeling of accomplishment, improve your co-ordination and rhythmn, and (most importantly) impress members of the opposite sex.
Worried about the cost? Fear not, as never before has it been cheaper to learn a musical instrument than it is today. Free lessons abound online, in both written and video formats (YouTube has literally thousands of tutorials on just about every noise producing apparatus known to humankind), and instruments themselves are a steal. I just searched ebay and found new Violins going for as little as $50, Accoustic Guitars for as little as $40, and Harmonicas for as little as $10. And yes, those prices are including shipping!
4. Teach yourself a new language. Learning to speak a new language is a worthy and rewarding endeavour. Apart from being very convenient if you ever happen to travel abroad, a new language imrpoves cultural understanding, verbal skills, linguistic ability, and may even increase your overall intelligence.
Learning a new language used to be expensive, but through the magic of the internet you can become a master without spending a cent. This site provides an excellent jumping off point, as does this excellent YouTube video:
5. Try something new every day. Familiarity often leads to stagnation. There’s nothing wrong with having a routine and knowing what you like, but you’ll never expand your horizons if you don’t branch out a little. Even if something doesn’t seem like it’s your thing, you won’t know for sure until you actually try it.
6. Do something that you’re afraid of every day. This doesn’t mean you should run naked into oncoming traffic, it means you should face those fears you know are holding you back. Courage is not inherited, it is learned.
7. Give up a vice. Vanity, Greed, Lust, Wrath, Gluttony, Envy, Laziness, or Cigarettes - which one is your deadliest sin? If none of these are a problem for you, a far more exhaustive list of vices is available at Wikipedia.
8. Pick up a virtue. Being Virtuous promotes indivual and collective well-being. This year I’m going for Perseverance. See a full list of Virtues here.
9. Go Travelling. Doesn’t have to be anything fancy (in fact, it could even be something distinctly un-fancy like camping), or for more than a few days, but it has to be somewhere you’ve never been before.
10. Excercise regularly. Everyone knows that regular exercise keeps your body in shape, but few know how profound of an impact it can have on your mind. Excercise causes the body to release endorphins, and scientific studies have conclusively proven that exercise can be at least as effacacious at treating depression than anti-depressants are. As if that weren’t enough, exercise has also been shown to promote neurogenesis, the creation of new brain-cells, meaning it literally makes you smarter!
11. Get out of your comfort zone. Being comfortable all the time is a dangerous thing. Most of the best things in life come with at least some initial discomfort.
12. Pay down your debt. Debt is slavery. Enough said.
13. Learn to be more self-sufficient. Few things are as empowering as independence, and it’s really not all that difficult to add a measure of self-sufficiency to your life. Whether it’s something literal like growing some food in your own backyard (or for the apartment dwellers out there, a windowsill herb garden), or something more metaphorical like simply living within your means and not having to rely on credit to get by, self sufficiency is a goal well worth your time.
14. Build up an emergency fund. I’m aiming for $3000 by the end of the year. Anything beyond that will go towards paying down debt.
15. Take an online course. Ever wanted to tell people you’ve studied at an Ivy League school? Well now you (sort of) can! A number of universities are now offering course materials online. Best of all, there’s no tutition fees to worry about - it’s pretty much all available 100% free of charge!
The world-famous MIT, for example, offers lecture notes, exams, and videos for literally hundreds of its courses for anyone and everyone to download at it’s OpenCourseWare website. We’re not just talking about technology related courses either - you can study all sorts of things from nearly 50 different departments!
Carnegie Melon, Stanford, Tufts, and UC Berkley are just a few of the many other institutions offering their courses online.
16. Read more. Reading is not only a good way to have some cheap fun, it’s also really great for your brain too. MRI and PET scans done on people reading show that their brains light up like Christmas trees!
Right now, as you read this passage of text, your occipital cortex is very active, processing all of the visual information you are encountering - the words, the letters, and the features of the letters. The frontal lobe of your neocortex is engaged in processing the meaning of the text you’re reading - the meanings of the words, the sentences, and the big picture, and it is working to relate what you are reading with what you already know. Surprisingly, your temporal lobe (particularly on the left side of your brain if you’re right handed) is also active right now, processing all of the “sounds” associated with reading - even though you’re reading silently to yourself, the areas of the brain that process speech sounds are active just like they would be if you were listening to somebody speak. Source.
17. Eat healthier. In this day and age, there’s really no excuse for not eating healthy. Apart from being good for your body and for your brain, it’s not particularly expensive or time-consuming, and you don’t exactly need to be a rocket scientist to pull it off.
18. Keep a daily Journal. A journal isn’t just good for posterity. Apart from being unbelievably cathartic, keeping a journal gets you thinking about yourself. It helps you to organize your thoughts, monitor your moods, and develop (and keep track of) your goals.
19. Start a side-business. A side business does more than just line your wallet. It’s a great way to learn (or improve) a skill, diversify your investments, and increase your independence. Check out our article on Side-hustles to get the creative juices flowing.
20. Spend more time with your Family & Friends. This one is a cliche for good reason.
21. Expand your social circle. Join a club, talk to strangers, and don’t be afraid to mingle at parties. There are some truly exceptional people out there.
22. Start meditating regularly. Despite what you may have heard, Meditation is not just for Buddhists and yuppies masquerading as Buddhists. Regular meditation improves your ability to focus and has a multitude of health benefits.
There are many different techniques, but the best one for beginners is known as concentrative meditation. In a nutshell, it’s about sitting quietly and focusing all of your attention on breathing slowly, deeply, and methodically. Sounds simple, but you’d be surprised at how difficult it is to quiet your mind for an extended period of time. As always, practise makes perfect!
23. Volunteer. It can be anything from working in a soup kitchen to cleaning up a stretch of land. Check out VolunteerMatch to get started.
24. Write out a budget (and stick to it). Budgeting may seem scary at first, but there’s really nothing to it, and once you have a budget that’s working for you, you won’t believe you ever lived without one!
25. Be more responsible.
26. Work Hard. I know this quote’s been used a zillion times before, but I don’t care: Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent persperation. No matter how naturally gifted (or ungifted as the case may be) you are, hard work will likely be the deciding factor in whether you achieve your objectives or not.
27. Play Hard. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. Work hard, but don’t overwork - or you’ll find your overall levels of productivity will take a dive and you’ll burnout.
28. Spend more time outside. While too much time in the sun is bad for you, not enough is probably even worse. Sunlight actually plays a very important role when it comes to Vitamin D production and mood regulation.
29. Stop buying crap. I can’t even begin to think about all the useless junk I have ‘acquired’ over the past 12 months. In 2009, every time I’m tempted to buy something I’m going to ask myself the following questions:
Will it bring me long term happiness, or is it something I will get sick of after a few weeks?
Is it durable, or am I going to have to replace it before the year is out?
Will I save a signficant amount of money by putting off the purchase for a while?
Is it good value for money?
Will buying it compromise my overall financial situation?
Is there something better I could be spending the money on?
Will buying it actually make my life better in any meaningful way?
That ought to put a stop to that buyer’s remorse!
30. Watch less TV. Research indicates that excessive television watching turns your brain matter into something closely resembling guacamole. Well ok, not really, but there’s ample evidence that shows TV affects your brain chemistry in a very profound way.
There’s a reason they call it the idiot-box!
31. Don’t Procrastinate. Why do something tomorrow when you can do it today?
32. Smile more. Apart from using less muscles than a frown (well ok, not really), recent scientific studies have shown that smiling at people and making eye contact increases your attractiveness.
33. Expand your mind. If your mind isn’t expanding, it’s probably contracting. You don’t want your brain to shrink, do you?!? This post has some great ways to protect yourself from ‘brain-rot’, even though we’ve already covered a few of them.
34. Be sensible with your money.
35. Save up for something big.
36. Be Ambitious. Don’t be afraid to set yourself difficult goals - heck, the’yre not supposed to be easy.
37. Do something nice for a stranger every so often. Yes, believe it or not, doing something nice for someone you don’t know without an expectation of reward once in a while will actually make you feel pretty good about yourself. Put a couple of bucks in a parking meter that’s about to expire, pay the toll for the guy behind you - It’s one of those rare occasions where you can be both selfish and selfless simultaneously.
38. Plant something and nurture it. Ok, I’m not speaking metaphorically here - planting and nurturing something (I’m going for a fern, but hey, whatever floats your boat) lifts people’s overall sense of happyness. A nice plant brightens up a room (and your mood), but it’s also nice knowing that a living creature is depending on you for its survival. We all need to be needed, I guess!
39. Increase your means!
40. Laugh more. Well this pretty much speaks for itself. Laughing reduces endorphins (the body’s natural pleasure chemicals) and gives your abs a good workout and utilizes your cardio-vascular system.
41. Be Confident. This one’s a deal maker (or breaker) - you’d be surprised how far confidence gets you, and how much a lack of it holds you back. Absolutely NOTHING is more attractive to people than confidence. Work on building your self confidence every day. And if you don’t have it yet? Fake it until you do. W.C Fields said it best:
It aint what they call you that matters, it’s what you answer to.
As it happens, giving off the vibe of confidence, even when you’re scared stiff, isn’t as hard as you might think. It’s mostly about body language and the way you carry yourself. Dress nicely. Don’t be afraid to make eye contact. Maintain a good posture. Speak in a strong, commanding tone (but don’t scream!). More good tips are available here.
42. And finally: Start Early! Don’t wait until the January is behind us to start making changes in your life, make your first move today!
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
eyebrow rings
Eyebrow rings can really look cool on the right person. They can be a form of personal expression or a way to tell others you’re not afraid to be different. Those who get their eyebrows pierced are mostly young people like teenagers or those in their twenties who are brave enough to try different things.
Recently one of my friends told me she wanted to get an eyebrow ring and asked me if I would want one too, and we could have our eyebrows pierced together. Well, that got me thinking. I’m in the right age group (I’m in my early 20’s) and I like body piercings and jewelry in general. I’m not afraid to be different, In fact I think it’s cool. Ok, let’s take a little inventory here…
I wear a nose ring, I have plenty of earrings, I wear a ring on almost every one of my fingers, I have a belly button ring, I wear a couple of toe rings, and I also have a ring on my… uhm… wait, I don’t think I can say it here without getting in trouble with the editors since this is a G rated site hahaha! But I think I can tell you that those other rings aren’t visible when I’m fully clothed, and live it at that! So do I want eyebrow rings to add to my collection of rings?
I tell you, it wasn’t easy to decide. I told my friend I needed to think about it. Would I look cool wearing an eyebrow ring? I stood in front of the mirror and pictured myself with eyebrow rings. Hmmm… you know what? I didn’t think it was really me. Surprised that this wild girl doesn’t think eyebrow rings look good on her?
Well, you just have to be honest with yourself. You need to determine what looks good on you regardless of how comfortable you feel wearing them, and eyebrow rings are just not for me. My friend was a little disappointed when I told her that but she understood. However, she still wanted an eyebrow ring. She asked me if we could numb her eyebrow with ice and have me pierce it for her. She said one of her friends did it that way.
I was like, “what?! no way! That’s frickin’ nuts!” First of all, I’m too squeamish to do it. Can you imagine putting something through human skin and flesh? Ugh! That’s too gross and scary. Second of all, doing your own piercings increases the risks of getting an infection. So I told her the best thing to do would be to have her eyebrows pierced at a tattoo and piercing parlor. In fact, I have a favorite place where I got all my body piercings and tattoos done, and I would be happy to take her there.
She agreed, so we went to my favorite tattoo and piercing parlor together. They happened to have some cool looking eyebrow rings on sale. She got a pair for pretty cheap, but those eyebrow rings are of great quality, so she was really lucky. She thanked me and we high-fived each other.
One word of advice, if you’re looking for eyebrow rings (or anything that requires piercing for that matter) don’t just go for the cheap stuff. Cheap eyebrow rings that are of low quality can get you infected and that’s no fun. Besides, you would look really ugly with swollen eyebrows And I discourage you from piercing your own eyebrows or your friends’ even if you’re not squeamish like me. Again, to reduce the risks of infection.
When choosing an eyebrow ring you need to decide on those that will complement your facial features. Size is important too. You surely don’t want to get an eyebrow ring that’s so big that it overwhelms your face. It’s a good idea to take your time since you’re gonna be spending some money on them, not to mention getting a little pain, so you wanna choose something that you can be proud wearing, and not regret it later. Have fun with your eyebrow rings!
Posted by Tanya
Recently one of my friends told me she wanted to get an eyebrow ring and asked me if I would want one too, and we could have our eyebrows pierced together. Well, that got me thinking. I’m in the right age group (I’m in my early 20’s) and I like body piercings and jewelry in general. I’m not afraid to be different, In fact I think it’s cool. Ok, let’s take a little inventory here…
I wear a nose ring, I have plenty of earrings, I wear a ring on almost every one of my fingers, I have a belly button ring, I wear a couple of toe rings, and I also have a ring on my… uhm… wait, I don’t think I can say it here without getting in trouble with the editors since this is a G rated site hahaha! But I think I can tell you that those other rings aren’t visible when I’m fully clothed, and live it at that! So do I want eyebrow rings to add to my collection of rings?
I tell you, it wasn’t easy to decide. I told my friend I needed to think about it. Would I look cool wearing an eyebrow ring? I stood in front of the mirror and pictured myself with eyebrow rings. Hmmm… you know what? I didn’t think it was really me. Surprised that this wild girl doesn’t think eyebrow rings look good on her?
Well, you just have to be honest with yourself. You need to determine what looks good on you regardless of how comfortable you feel wearing them, and eyebrow rings are just not for me. My friend was a little disappointed when I told her that but she understood. However, she still wanted an eyebrow ring. She asked me if we could numb her eyebrow with ice and have me pierce it for her. She said one of her friends did it that way.
I was like, “what?! no way! That’s frickin’ nuts!” First of all, I’m too squeamish to do it. Can you imagine putting something through human skin and flesh? Ugh! That’s too gross and scary. Second of all, doing your own piercings increases the risks of getting an infection. So I told her the best thing to do would be to have her eyebrows pierced at a tattoo and piercing parlor. In fact, I have a favorite place where I got all my body piercings and tattoos done, and I would be happy to take her there.
She agreed, so we went to my favorite tattoo and piercing parlor together. They happened to have some cool looking eyebrow rings on sale. She got a pair for pretty cheap, but those eyebrow rings are of great quality, so she was really lucky. She thanked me and we high-fived each other.
One word of advice, if you’re looking for eyebrow rings (or anything that requires piercing for that matter) don’t just go for the cheap stuff. Cheap eyebrow rings that are of low quality can get you infected and that’s no fun. Besides, you would look really ugly with swollen eyebrows And I discourage you from piercing your own eyebrows or your friends’ even if you’re not squeamish like me. Again, to reduce the risks of infection.
When choosing an eyebrow ring you need to decide on those that will complement your facial features. Size is important too. You surely don’t want to get an eyebrow ring that’s so big that it overwhelms your face. It’s a good idea to take your time since you’re gonna be spending some money on them, not to mention getting a little pain, so you wanna choose something that you can be proud wearing, and not regret it later. Have fun with your eyebrow rings!
Posted by Tanya
magic makeup
Ok, so you had a great, loving and passionate relationship with your boyfriend, girlfriend or spouse but for whatever reason things got a little rough and you decided to break up because you felt the relationship wasn’t working. However, deep down you still love this person and long for the relationship to be saved.
You can’t go through the day without thinking about your ex. You lose your appetite and you can’t sleep at night. You try to call them, send them text messages or IM hoping that they will get back to you and you can patch things up. You probably know what I’m talking about or maybe you’re even going through it right now.
Well, I have great news for you. All is not lost. At least not yet, but you need to act fast. But you also need to act wisely so that what you do doesn’t backfire on you. This will become clear to you in a minute.
The biggest question is, are there any magic words you can use to get your ex to return your phone calls? It may be hard to believe but there ARE words you can use that’s like casting a spell that will make your ex feel almost compelled to return your call. Sounds cool? Read on…
There is this “recipe for love” called The Magic of Making Up where a strategy to get your ex back is completely laid out.
Now let me briefly address one of the most commonly asked questions: “How do I get my ex to return my phone call?”
Fair warning, however. If you use this technique alone without an overall plan or strategy, you may actually damage your relationship more than if your ex boyfriend or girlfriend never returned your call.
First you need to know what NOT to say if you want to get your ex back.
Certain types of messages have been proven NOT to work most of the time. What’s worse is that they put you in a really bad psychological position. Therefore, you definitely want to avoid these types of messages. So what are they?
The first is the pleading or begging type of message such as this:
“Dave, can you please, please call me back?This is the third time I have called.I really HAVE to talk to you.”
The second is the “emergency” type of message like this one:
“Christine, this is an emergency!Please call me as soon as you get this message!”
I believe you can see why those messages won’t be very effective in getting your ex to return your calls.
How To Use Curiosity & Self Interest To Your Advantage
Curiosity and self interest are two of the most powerful forces in the human mind. And here’s the big secret: combine the two, and you have a recipe that WILL work “magic”
So now let’s look at what you can say that has been proven to work almost every time.
In a calm and friendly tone say:
“Hi Tom, it’s Sandra.I wanted to let you know I appreciate what you did for me.Call me because I want to thank you in person.”
Can you see how that uses BOTH curiosity and self interest? Tom will NOT be able to resist! He will start thinking, “What did I do?” “What does she appreciate?” That will also make him feel good since it’s a positive message.
One more thing… before you call you need to do the “set up”, which is figuring out what (s)he did that you appreciate. It doesn’t have to be anything big but has to be plausible.
Again, it’s very important to have an underlying strategy like explained in the Magic Of Making Up System BEFORE you call.
If you don’t have an underlying strategy and your ex calls you back, you can actually do more damage than good if you don’t handle it correctly. In other words, what you do before, during and after you get your ex to return your call is more important than getting them to return your call. Hope that makes sense
You can’t go through the day without thinking about your ex. You lose your appetite and you can’t sleep at night. You try to call them, send them text messages or IM hoping that they will get back to you and you can patch things up. You probably know what I’m talking about or maybe you’re even going through it right now.
Well, I have great news for you. All is not lost. At least not yet, but you need to act fast. But you also need to act wisely so that what you do doesn’t backfire on you. This will become clear to you in a minute.
The biggest question is, are there any magic words you can use to get your ex to return your phone calls? It may be hard to believe but there ARE words you can use that’s like casting a spell that will make your ex feel almost compelled to return your call. Sounds cool? Read on…
There is this “recipe for love” called The Magic of Making Up where a strategy to get your ex back is completely laid out.
Now let me briefly address one of the most commonly asked questions: “How do I get my ex to return my phone call?”
Fair warning, however. If you use this technique alone without an overall plan or strategy, you may actually damage your relationship more than if your ex boyfriend or girlfriend never returned your call.
First you need to know what NOT to say if you want to get your ex back.
Certain types of messages have been proven NOT to work most of the time. What’s worse is that they put you in a really bad psychological position. Therefore, you definitely want to avoid these types of messages. So what are they?
The first is the pleading or begging type of message such as this:
“Dave, can you please, please call me back?This is the third time I have called.I really HAVE to talk to you.”
The second is the “emergency” type of message like this one:
“Christine, this is an emergency!Please call me as soon as you get this message!”
I believe you can see why those messages won’t be very effective in getting your ex to return your calls.
How To Use Curiosity & Self Interest To Your Advantage
Curiosity and self interest are two of the most powerful forces in the human mind. And here’s the big secret: combine the two, and you have a recipe that WILL work “magic”
So now let’s look at what you can say that has been proven to work almost every time.
In a calm and friendly tone say:
“Hi Tom, it’s Sandra.I wanted to let you know I appreciate what you did for me.Call me because I want to thank you in person.”
Can you see how that uses BOTH curiosity and self interest? Tom will NOT be able to resist! He will start thinking, “What did I do?” “What does she appreciate?” That will also make him feel good since it’s a positive message.
One more thing… before you call you need to do the “set up”, which is figuring out what (s)he did that you appreciate. It doesn’t have to be anything big but has to be plausible.
Again, it’s very important to have an underlying strategy like explained in the Magic Of Making Up System BEFORE you call.
If you don’t have an underlying strategy and your ex calls you back, you can actually do more damage than good if you don’t handle it correctly. In other words, what you do before, during and after you get your ex to return your call is more important than getting them to return your call. Hope that makes sense
cheap christmas gift
Buying a cheap Christmas gift is probably in many people’s minds this year due to the tough economic condition. Some of my friends are even thinking about taking a few people off their lists, especially those they’re not very close to and didn’t show very much appreciation last year. I’m sure you know what I mean I was even contemplating the same.
However, I did a little brainstorming and came up with a number of ways to find a cheap Christmas gift that are unique enough and are suitable to everyone. That way I won’t have to eliminate anyone from my list
You can actually find plenty of cheap Christmas gift ideas but you may need to put in a bit of time and energy. Also, please understand that “cheap” doesn’t necessarily equal low quality. So, why not apply some holiday spirit into those cheap Christmas gift ideas, and you may be receiving lots of hugs and kisses to warm your heart this Christmas
Homemade gifts are my favorite cheap Christmas gift idea. You can choose from a variety of homemade Christmas gifts such as food gift baskets, crafts, and other items for the house. Most folks appreciate homemade gifts since the giver put some thought into creating those gifts with the recipient in mind. And this is an important thing to remember when trying to find a cheap Christmas gift idea.
For example, if you know a friend who loves fudge, cookies or cakes, then you should run with that idea. Fudge and candy are very inexpensive and you can wrap them in festive cellophane or boxes tied with ribbon, creating yummy treats for the entire family. That certainly is a wonderful yet cheap Christmas gift idea.
Making a cake is another great cheap Christmas gift that can be just as delightful as fudge and candy. First you need to find out your recipient’s favorite flavor and go with that. Then add some creative decorating flair to it, and it will sure receive a lot of smiles.
I know not everyone enjoys cooking or preparing food. Well, don’t despair. There are many other cheap Christmas gift ideas to choose from. Just visit your local craft store and get tons of ideas for making a cheap Christmas gift. For instance, you can make beautiful candles with candle holders at a low cost, as well as small wreathes, pot holders, or knit a variety of items.
Knitting something heartfelt for a friend or relative is a great way to show your creativity and love for them at the same time. And again, it makes a wonderful and unique, yet cheap Christmas gift. Last year I knitted a few scarves for some family members and close friends, and they were thrilled to receive them. Knitting all those scarves simply cost me the price of the yarns, and I managed to make 3 for less than $10.00. Talk about inexpensive Christmas gifts!
Creating a coupon book is yet another cheap Christmas gift idea. You can include coupons not only for physical goods but also services such as babysitting, house cleaning, car wash, massages, etc.
As you can see, finding cheap Christmas gifts is not really that hard. Just put your imagination to work and do some searching (even online) and you’re sure to come up with a few unique, inexpensive Christmas gift ideas that will please many people and won’t break your wallet.
However, I did a little brainstorming and came up with a number of ways to find a cheap Christmas gift that are unique enough and are suitable to everyone. That way I won’t have to eliminate anyone from my list
You can actually find plenty of cheap Christmas gift ideas but you may need to put in a bit of time and energy. Also, please understand that “cheap” doesn’t necessarily equal low quality. So, why not apply some holiday spirit into those cheap Christmas gift ideas, and you may be receiving lots of hugs and kisses to warm your heart this Christmas
Homemade gifts are my favorite cheap Christmas gift idea. You can choose from a variety of homemade Christmas gifts such as food gift baskets, crafts, and other items for the house. Most folks appreciate homemade gifts since the giver put some thought into creating those gifts with the recipient in mind. And this is an important thing to remember when trying to find a cheap Christmas gift idea.
For example, if you know a friend who loves fudge, cookies or cakes, then you should run with that idea. Fudge and candy are very inexpensive and you can wrap them in festive cellophane or boxes tied with ribbon, creating yummy treats for the entire family. That certainly is a wonderful yet cheap Christmas gift idea.
Making a cake is another great cheap Christmas gift that can be just as delightful as fudge and candy. First you need to find out your recipient’s favorite flavor and go with that. Then add some creative decorating flair to it, and it will sure receive a lot of smiles.
I know not everyone enjoys cooking or preparing food. Well, don’t despair. There are many other cheap Christmas gift ideas to choose from. Just visit your local craft store and get tons of ideas for making a cheap Christmas gift. For instance, you can make beautiful candles with candle holders at a low cost, as well as small wreathes, pot holders, or knit a variety of items.
Knitting something heartfelt for a friend or relative is a great way to show your creativity and love for them at the same time. And again, it makes a wonderful and unique, yet cheap Christmas gift. Last year I knitted a few scarves for some family members and close friends, and they were thrilled to receive them. Knitting all those scarves simply cost me the price of the yarns, and I managed to make 3 for less than $10.00. Talk about inexpensive Christmas gifts!
Creating a coupon book is yet another cheap Christmas gift idea. You can include coupons not only for physical goods but also services such as babysitting, house cleaning, car wash, massages, etc.
As you can see, finding cheap Christmas gifts is not really that hard. Just put your imagination to work and do some searching (even online) and you’re sure to come up with a few unique, inexpensive Christmas gift ideas that will please many people and won’t break your wallet.
Digg Poaches New Head Of Sales From Yahoo
After not being acquired by Google last year and announcing some cutbacks last week, Digg is rolling up its sleeves and getting to work. The company has hired Tom Shin as its new head of sales from Yahoo, where he was one of the top sales people and head of the Northwest sales region. His job is to build a sales team at Digg go after advertising dollars more directly., something CEO Jay Adelson recently underscored as a big goal of the company in 2009.Shin will also be in charge of overall advertising strategy and managing the relationship with Microsoft, which serves the bulk of the ads on Digg.
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