Awesomely Awesome

Ever wonder where your money’s been?

April 1, 2020
dollar bill party

Stumbled across this poem by children’s author and writing coach, Amy Ludwig VanDerwater, and thought you might enjoy it :) Maybe you’ve thought a lot about this too like me? If only dollars could talk!! (And didn’t contain any viruses – eek) Thanks for putting into words something I think about almost every day, Amy, haha… But next time tell us the answers, please! ;) […]

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Project to keep you busy: Abraham Lincoln Penny Portrait!

March 24, 2020
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Okay guys, Got something for you if you’re running out of ideas over there! AND IT INVOLVES PENNIES! 846 OF THEM! Feast your eyes on this bad boy: The Abraham Lincoln Penny Portrait! $19.99 + Free Shipping If that doesn’t scream “Great way to use your time” I don’t know what will! Lol… But the best part? By the end of it you’ll have a […]

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More $$$ Jokes For Your Amusement

March 19, 2020
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For all those needing a smile today! ****** I gave Henry Winkler $1,000 to invest for me, and never saw my money again… I think I fell for a Fonzie scheme. ****** A genie came to me and asked, “What’s your first wish?” I answered, “I wish I was rich!” The genie then asks, “What’s your second wish, Rich?” ****** Three animals were having a […]

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Some awesome things I learned recently

March 18, 2020
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Here are a few things I learned lately that might excite your wallet :) Lemme know if you try any of them – especially #2! It won’t be weird at all if I stare at you while you sleep, right?! ***** #1. PATCHING THINGS UP IS BECOMING TRENDY AGAIN! It’s being dubbed “visible mending“, and been taken up by those protesting “fast fashion” and disposable […]

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Stay fierce and focused!

March 16, 2020
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Morning! Lots of scary and anxiety-filled news going around us right now, but there’s also a lot of POSITIVE stuff happening in our community too! Here’s a bunch of notes I’ve saved up from people killing it these past handful of months, and I just know there will be MORE coming because y’all are fierce and focused! Don’t let this madness beat you!! Your freedom […]

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Aspiring Goal to Shoot For: Spending More on *Donations* Than *Wants*

March 13, 2020
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Morning! Before we get started on this, just have to say I really enjoyed all your feedback the other day on our Fortnite post. And many of you brought up an excellent point on it that I completely missed: Gaming is a great way to spend *time* with friends and others! And it’s not unlike other ways we spend money to hang out with each […]

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The ol’ “Picture in The Wallet” Trick

March 2, 2020
terry crews wallet

I don’t know who made this, but they’re my favorite person of the month: Haha… So ridiculous and genius at the same time! :) And it probably WORKS!! Because it gets you to STOP and think for a second before whipping out that card and spending away out of habit vs intention. Others might prefer pictures of beaches or dream homes/careers to remind them to […]

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Something ALL stores should do!

February 20, 2020
bookstore

Guys!! Just found out that my favorite local bookstore will accept ANY gift card from ANY place in lieu of cash, so long as it’s active and they can verify how much is on it! How incredible is that?? I even asked if they’d take my 5 year old Red Lobster card that I’ll never ever (ever!) use, and they said yup! Hand it on […]

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Could you spend Bill Gates’ money?

February 18, 2020
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My friend Nate just passed me this site and told me good luck getting off it ;) Passing over the gift to you now, lol… https://neal.fun/ (From a guy, Neal, who likes building random things online and helping you waste time an eensy weensy bit more productively ;)) A few of the simulations on the site you might enjoy: Printing Money — A way to […]

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Happy Library Lovers’ Day!

February 14, 2020
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What up, my Valentines!! If today’s a day you typically can’t stand, you might be pleased to know that it’s shared with another – perhaps even more special – day that’s celebrated as well: “Library Lovers’ Day!” A real day! (says the internet) And what better day to celebrate today amongst us frugal nerds ?! :) So before giving the finger to all those giddy […]

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Some $$$ Jokes to Cheer Up Your Wallet!

February 12, 2020
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Heard some of your wallets might be feeling a bit down lately? Here are some fun little ditties you might want to pass over to help perk them back up a bit ;) Helps with mine every time 👍 ****** Did you hear about the man who swallowed a coin? There’s no change yet. ****** My landlord says he needs to come talk to me […]

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Love your 401(k)? Enter this competition to win $1,000!

January 29, 2020
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Just got this press release in my inbox and almost peed my pants: Applications are now open for the second annual 401(k) Champion Award, the only award of its kind given to individuals who demonstrate the importance of retirement saving. Three $1,000 prizes will be awarded to 401(k) participants who complete an application and essay about their 401(k) experiences by Feb. 14. $1,000 cash!! For […]

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A Financial PowerPoint Presentation That Screams “I Love You!”

January 8, 2020
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Remember our guy last year who put together a 19 slide PowerPoint presentation to woo the socks off his beautiful wife? Well he’s at it again this year! And upped the game by adding an additional 15 slides for good measure ;) If I didn’t know better I’d say he’s just out to grab another Husband of The Year nod, but going through these slides […]

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Product of The Month –> Debit Card Sleeves with Ledger!

January 6, 2020
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I know the month’s only got started, but I’m calling it now – this is The Product of The Month! Debit/credit card sleeves that come with mini ledgers! So you can track stuff on the go!! Love this $hit, haha… And if that’s not exciting on its own, check out the price: $2.75 WITH FREE SHIPPING!! Got turned on to these by Dan B. and […]

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