Monthly Archives: May 2010

Finally – Our 2008 Tax Refund Arrived

income taxes
Back in January, I reported what Arizona had done with our 2008 income tax refund (not the 2009 refund, mind you). I called again in February and was told it was going to take some time for the money to route through the system so I needed to be aware of that and give them some time. Okay.  In the meantime, I conveniently lost all the phone numbers I'd written down, all the names of the people with whom I'd… Read the rest

I Joined a Food Coop and I’m Glad I Did

saving money
Not Made of Money recently wrote a post called The Basics of  a Food Co-op which gives a nice introduction to what a co-op is and how they work. I have been wanting to join a food co-op again, but I was hesitant because the last time I was part of a food co-op there were some strict requirements.  Now as a stay at home mom, I was able to fulfill my end of the deal so it wasn't a… Read the rest

Mr. A’s New Work Area – Building It On The Cheap

plan of action
I mentioned the other day that Mr. A found a great deal on some plywood.  We have two projects we are working on for the business. First and most important is Mr. A’s work area, and second is my office.  Neither of us have a proper place to work. I’m squished into one corner of the living room in a 5’ x 7’ area.  It’s literally impossible to be organized because I have no room. But more importantly is Mr.… Read the rest

Friday Finds: May 7

Friday Finds
Hello out there in the blogosphere!  How are you doing and how is your weather today?  It is bright and sunny today here in Arizona. I have my front door open to let fresh air in and there are no wind gusts today like there were last weekend. It is supposed to get near 100°F today, so I will have to shut the front door soon to keep the hot air outside! I wanted to share some great articles I… Read the rest