Posts Tagged ‘Saving Money’

Stayin’ Cool At School: Finding Your Discount Doppelganger

August 28th, 2009 by Melissa

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.

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It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

August 24th, 2009 by Lucas
Bag, pencils, ruler, calculator...You can only take two...make your choice.

Bag, pencils, ruler, calculator...You can only take two...make your choice.

Bonjour!

So you know school is back when you see those Staples commercials. You know what ones I’m talking about: “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And although they’re aimed at elementary and high school students, we college kids love getting ready for back to school too. We don’t need our parents anymore, we can go shop ourselves!

But here’s the catch, you’re a shopaholic and a compulsive one at that. You want that…and that…and that…and that circular cool techno looking thing that you really don’t need. Yes back to school shopping is essential but it’s easy to lose money so I’m going to give you my own do’s and don’ts and some great sites/blogs that offer the same advice.

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Third Cold From the Sun

July 31st, 2009 by Melissa

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Seventy hours of work and twenty hours of rocking out at VirginFest Vancouver later, I lost my voice and got my third cold of the summer.

What a kick-punch-punch in the pants, especially in this heat wave (Really, 35 degrees Celsius and an f’in cold???).

So after a few shots of Buckley’s and one hour in a waiting room, I threw my hands up in despair and proclaimed, “To Hades with this! I cannot bear another cough or sneeze”.

But where oh where shall I turn? (Google, obviously).

Seriously though, people- after a few too many turns of antibiotics that do very little other than assure you that you will eventually turn the corner and feel better, I was looking for an alternative.

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You Say Olympics, I Say Kittyland

July 24th, 2009 by Melissa

I'm pretty sure this is organic and free-range... you?

I'm pretty sure this is organic and free-range... you?

In 2003, the city of Vancouver rejoiced when they won the bidding process to host the 2010 Winter Olympics. What an honour! What an opportunity for local business! What a—- BUDGET.

And what a budget it was. As of 2004, the operational cost of the 2010 Winter Olympics was estimated to be $1.354 billion. As of mid-2009 it is projected to be $1.76 billion, all raised from non-government sources such as sponsorships and the auction of national broadcasting rights.

In 2004, the estimated security budget was estimated at $175 million. It has recently been revealed the realistic expectation for that same budget is now the region of $1 billion.

My oh my - talk about blowing the bank! I mean, let’s be honest, we’ve all blown our budget a little bit here and there (I like shoes a LOT) … but FIVE TIMES the amount? Combine that with the stock market crash in 2008 and the retraction of funds by large investors, and Vancouver has had to do some serious re-thinking about their goals for fixin’ up this already pretty city.

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When Re-Gifting Is Not An Option

July 8th, 2009 by Andrea

I don’t know about you guys but doesn’t it seem like there are A LOT of birthdays during the summer months!? (Okay, I’m totally just jealous because I have a September birthday and therefore always ended up with school supplies as bday gifts… boooo! thanx mom)

I totally get it though… What better way to keep warm during those harsh Canadian winter nights than to hang out under your duvet and make some summer babies right? hehe. It’s true though! Do the math… ;)
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This Is How We Screw

June 30th, 2009 by Romi

I don’t know if I should be basking in glory or extremely embarrassed at my rapping skills after our video premier. I hope you guys liked it though. George did a phenomenal job filming / recording / editing the video. If there were YouTube Rap Video Awards, George would take the cake.

So earlier this week, I questioned how qualified the blog army was to provide money saving tips to thousands of people. For all you know, we could be Champagne-sipping socialites wearing diamond-studded robes, blogging from our private jets on the way to our weekend getaway in Bali.

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Cheapskate Casanova

June 25th, 2009 by Romi
Elliott and Zach were dogs of two different personalities: "I'm tired of this prick using us to get laid"    ".....Ladies"

Elliott: "I'm tired of this prick using us to get laid" Zach: "....Ladies" Elliott and Zach were dogs of two different personalities

It seems like all the single ladies (all the single ladies) have been hogging the spotlight lately. All of that dancing and those leotards make me never want to hear that song again, or talk about single ladies. Instead, I’m going to give you single gentlemen some attention. In fact, seeing that I am oh so generous and selfless, I’m going to give you guys some valuable advice so that you can find your single lady (or gentleman).

There is one condition: For the love of all that is holy, stay far, far away from the spandex.

I am well aware that if you were to describe yourselves in a few words, “single” would probably coincide with “broke” and/or “unemployed”. It pains me to say this, because I like free booze as much as the next girl, but you’re not going to get lucky by buying us drinks and it’s definitely not going to keep you debt free. Perhaps you should look for less expensive ways to find love. This is where I come in. Instead of being the creeper offering me a martini, try these on for size:

Magic: What will melt hearts more than pulling a penny out of someone’s ear? Nothing. A quick yet impressive rabbit out of a hat will lure your potential mate out of the bar and into your…warm embrace. Don’t do a disappearing act though, that’s not cool.

Water: This refreshing drink is not only free, but it also may be the perfect ingredient to create some sparks (or put them out). Think about it: A fine lady had a few too many and is sitting by herself on a bar stool. In comes [insert your name], the knight in shining armour, with a tall glass of H2O. Saving her from a nasty hangover, your kindness will be worth more than 1000 drinks.

Dogs: Having a cute puppy is equivalent to finding a toy in a cereal box: instant gratification. Dogs might as well be magnetic because the females (and many males) gravitate towards them. No need to build up enough courage to approach the object of your desire since they’ve already spotted your Golden Doodle and are ready for some heavy petting. Also, walking your dog (or someone else’s) in a park means that you don’t have to pay cover in a bar. This pick-up tactic will work anywhere (other than a bar).

Am I right, or am I right? If those fine seduction tactics don’t work, there must be something wrong with you. Have anything else to add to my list? Perhaps you have a success story involving little money and lots of lovin’? Comment away!

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Nic Vargas’ Money Saving Tips

May 20th, 2009 by Jeremy

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Nic Vargas, a columnist over at The Whitworthian, has some handy tips on how to save extra cash, or, as Vargas puts it, “several ways in which you can save money, so that you, too, are not forced to sell yourself into indentured servitude.”:

1. Illegally download all your music. If you illegally download two CDs a month that you would have normally purchased, you might save as much as $20 a month. With that saved money you can pick up a new hobby, like smoking or gambling.

2. Download the “how to save money” app on your Apple gadget of choice.

3. Recycle toilet paper. This option is often overlooked and it is upsetting something so simple could be overlooked.

4. Invest in something stable, like the stock market. This one is fairly self-explanatory.

5. Don’t buy profuse amounts of diamonds. This will end up costing quite a pretty penny in the long run.

6. Learn a trade, like neurosurgery or rocket science. A stacked resume can nearly guarantee you a job at Burger King.

7. If all else fails, never underestimate the power of a nice long trip to the Caribbean to help you meditate on how one can best save money.

8. Try to eat less food. Food is an expensive and ultimately a useless luxury. Though it might taste good, or fulfill some sort of primal desire, it will ultimately leave you hungry once again.

9. Write terrible lyrics, put them over terrible beats and represent your hometown to the point of absurdity. You will inevitably go double platinum and share a stage with Soulja Boy.

10. Make toast as much as possible. If ever a slice ends up looking something like Jesus, the Virgin Mary or Will Ferrell, sell it on eBay. Once finished selling, waste no time making more toast. Trust me. This works.

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