Author Archives: Mike - Page 3
Tipping Etiquette: How Much Gratuity on a $600 Bottle of Wine?
My friends and I enjoyed a very fine bottle of Bordeaux on a half-priced wine night at a local four-star establishment. To make the most of the discount we went…
WWYD: How Well Do You Tip Your Worst Enemy?
I try to get along well with everyone. While I may disagree with another's opinions or find their behaviors distasteful, I don't think there's any reason we can't be civil.…
Tipping Etiquette: Why Do We Tip?
We've all found ourselves in situations where we were unsure of what to tip or whether it was proper to do so at all. While a number of establishments are…
Save Hundreds on Eye Glasses
I hate going to the eye doctor more than the dentist. I'm sure it helps that my dentist has a liberal policy with the laughing gas, but eye appointments are…
Upgrading to Vista? Make Sure it’s Worth It
I recently purchased a copy of Microsoft Vista Home Premium edition. After some initial frustrations I am up and running successfully. My version of Vista runs about $240 retail…
TV & Telephone: Two Things You Won’t Find in My Home
Did you know? The typical American home has more Televisions () than people (). When I tell people that there's no television or phone in my apartment, they sometimes wonder…
Sleeping With Money: Finding Love at Any Expense?
Being single can be an expensive proposition, especially if you're looking for that special someone. While there are many ways to meet people'¦ most of them aren't free. And spending…
The Cost of Going Bald.. And How to Save
My hair has never been more than an inconvenience for me'” but when it started to rain from my head like confetti, it rekindled my interest in hair products. As…
My Take on Personal Finance and Freedom
For my inaugural post to Queercents I'd just like to introduce myself. I'm a thirtysomething single guy living in Atlanta. I'm not a native southerner but I've lived here long…