I’m writing you this because I think our relationship has run its course. I also really need more space, I don’t like feeling like an elephant in a telephone booth. I hope you understand. I don’t know how to break it to you, but I had to find something else. You know what they say: out with the old, in with the new! The wise Righteous Brothers wrote a song called “You’ve lost that lovin’ feeling.” You might want to listen to it a few times, because I’ve lost that loving feeling.
Sometimes you need to take things a bit slower, and just have fun. Unfortunately, this relationship is becoming too serious for my tastes. It’s not you, it’s me (and the recession ending). Really. It may be a typical line, but it’s true: we just aren’t meant for each other. I may love you, but I’m definitely not in love with you. You’re gonna have to learn to accept that. I’m not sure whether we can see each other again, or if I will blog in the future but, for now at least, I definitely need my own space. I think you get the idea: this relationship is over.
Wish it could have worked out, but please leave me one last comment below to remember you by. The people here who wrote this for me really captured what I was feeling. I mean every word.
In honour of the epic weekend to come, I’m throwing up some epic performances from the artists I’m most looking forward to. If you’re coming, these videos should get you even more psyched for V-Fest. If you’re not coming, these videos should make your blood boil with jealousy. I’m sorry?
Let’s start with Franz Ferdinand rockin’ out “Outsiders” at T in the Park in 2006. This is an amazing track on its own (listen to that bassline!), but then they add some serious icing to the cake by having a smorgasbord of drummers engulf the stage in excessive awesomeness.
Here’s Mute Math rocking out their standout track “Chaos”. It’s on the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, so it doesn’t really convey how awe-inspiring their live performance is. But I saw these guys two years ago at V-Fest, and they are insanely good. I am pumped to see what they have in store this year.
And here’s Paolo Nutini oozing sex appeal at Glastonbury in 2007. I have a terrible habit of not listening to an artist’s second album, even if I loved their debut. Consequently, I have not given Mr. Nutini’s second album much of a shot yet. But, just from his first album and the one time I saw him live, I know he is going to rock the house this weekend.
Finally, here’s my main man Ben Harper at Bonnaroo letting everyone know that “if you don’t like my fire, don’t come around. ‘Cuz I’m gonna burn one dowwwwwwnnn.” He’ll be rocking out with his latest band, Relentless7, and I am ecstatic to hear his new rocking tunes.
Let me know who you’re most looking forward to seeing! I know there’s a lot of NIN and OLP fans out there, not to mention the Pixies, N.E.R.D, Grizzly Bear, and many more!
Whether you’re rocking out at V-Fest, cleaning the garage, or working the weekend shift, I wish you all an awesome weekend.
I can smell it. The cool, crisp air. The dewdrops on the grass. The smushed up peanut butter and jelly sandwich in my backpack.
Ah yes, the first day of school.
It would be hard to imagine the first day back at school without thinking of our back to school outfit. It was such an exciting time as a child, for it often meant a whole new wardrobe… New shoes! New jeans! New backpack!
As we get older and such new items no longer become a necessity, our nostalgic self still feels a magnetic pull in the direction of oiled autumn footwear and cozy cotton jumpers.
With a pocketbook more closely resembling Kate Bosworth than Kirstie Alley, the ambition to present oneself in spanking fresh new duds on your first day back at the books seems a tad indulgent.
However, since my name just so happens to be Melissa Indulgence Chastity, I am well versed in the way of pampering oneself on pennies.
As you already know it’s back to school time, and we have been focusing some of our time on getting ready for it.Well, whether you are in high school, college, or university back to school shopping can get a bit pricier then expected and you need to save as much money as you can for wings and beer.  Frugal Dad, along with his wife, have been kind enough to post some tips for back to school shopping.Combined with some of my own personal tips, it’s sure to be a dollar saver!
Okay, not happy at all. At least summer is only officially over in a couple weeks but when September rolls around, it always feels like the season has come to an end. There’s no use in being a sad panda though, there’s tons to look forward to in the upcoming months; heck, there’s a lot to look forward to this week!
Fresh Wednesdays—Local produce and live music! Check out the farmers’ market at Nathan Phillips Square and stick around for a performance by Dirty Dishes. (more…)
After a week in NYC, I went to check my Visa bill online and realized that I didn’t spend as much money as I thought I would. That’s right, I defeated the capitalist capital of the universe!!! Times Square aint got nothing on me.
Remember the time summer only started feeling like summer in the middle of August? Yeahhh. Well, here are some things that you can do to enjoy the first week of hot weather we’ve had since June:
I Scream You Scream—Toronto’s NOW magazine and Halifax’s The Coast list the top ice cream joints in each city. I say we spend the next couple weeks trying out each delicious creamery to escape the humidity. You down?
Fall Fashion Gone Frugal—Vancouverites, from Friday-Sunday, the Scotiabank Dance Center hosts Spend On Trend, and exhibition of Canada’s hottest independent designers and a wicked fashion show! Tickets are only $3 online and $5 at the door.Â
I am a firm believer in retail therapy. It’s a terrible confession to make as a cheapskate but I can’t help that wonderful feeling I get when I find the perfect dress (skirt, jeans, bag, shoes etc…) for the perfect price.
Mind you, I am still a very, very frugal shopper. For example, rarely will I buy anything over $50. Not such a wonderful feeling when I browse the racks of beautiful clothing at a trendy boutique and realize that every single item is way out of my price range.
There is still hope for us, frugal fashionistas, you just have to know where to look.
You know those collages of ‘must-haves’ in fashion magazines? On Polyvore.com, you can make your own! (more…)
I always have a hard time finding the perfect gift for someone, how can I make sure I get the perfect gift? Say for under $30. (Damn Recession)
Here’s a great way to improve your gift giving success by 100%. Rather than thinking of a gift (noun) to give, think of what experience you would like to give the recipient instead.For example, would you like your best friend to have a crazy night out with the guys?If so, build a theme gift around that!Pick a central gift that embodies that theme and pick two other smaller gifts to tie the theme together.This is my “patented” gift of three strategy.Save even more cash by making one of the smaller gifts yourself or have other friends chip in to make the gift even more fabulous!Doesn’t that make gift giving more fun?For a quick tutorial on the gift of three, check out my video above (look up)…….or visit my blog for seasonal gift suggestions.
Every time I have to get a gift for someone close to me I go on a huge treasure hunt to find that perfect gift, but, I struggle greatly. I’m so bad that I thought I would seek out a therapist and was lucky enough to find one without the $200/hr price tag. Jennifer Carota, also known as The Gift Thereapist, provides all the help any of you need when it comes to gifts (she can even narrow it down to specific months). She’s so good  I am featuring a two part interview with the second part following tomorrow. Check it out, you’ll never struggle with gift giving again.
rachel plan weekly meals and buy whatever you can in bulk,hands wash your clothes when ever you can and grow a garden or if you have a family member that has a garden ask if you can get some fresh veggies when there ready to come out
Derekp I think i’ve seen this somewhere before…but it’s not bad at all
Rath You have a decent blog here. I would encourage you to keep writing and posting as often as you are inspired to do so. In the long run, it will really pay off as more and more people will begin to visit, read and refer others. ProExtender
dawn Now that we have some nice hot weather…save using your dryer and hang your clothes out to dry..Get a clothesline and pins from the dollar store…watch out for the pigeons though….
lasierra great blog! I’m glad I finally found a decent blog that I liked. Just subscribed to the feed and looking forward to future updates.
Theresa Waste less food by taking more trips to the grocery store, but buy less. Plan fresh meals ahead, buy what you need when you need it. Also, frequent local markets for great deals!
