Author Archives: Paula - Page 6
Library Fines Got You Down? The Collection Agency is Coming
Are you someone who loses track of your library books and then pays a lot in fines? Well - listen up, depending where you live, this level of irresponsiblity can…
Desperation is Not Attractive
We are experiencing some pretty historic financial circumstances lately. but you know what? A desperation mentality is not attractive and the more you feel and act like a desperate teen…
Announcing the Career & Money eBook!
Long time readers of Queercents might remember the Career & Money series I wrote starting in March of 2007. It seemed almost like ancient history to me when Nina suggested…
Budgeting – Constraint or Freedom?
To many, the word budget often has the feel of a four letter word. What comes to mind is deprivation, lack, and constraint. Yet as we've seen throughout this economic…
A Good Outfitter — Worth Every Penny
For those of us who are outdoor adventure seekers, a vacation often means connecting with an outfitter for one or more days to test limits and have new experiences. …
Work from Home Strategies
Working from home can sound like the holy grail to many folks, especially if you work in a cubicle somewhere. Yet whether you get the opportunity to work from home…
Remember Layaway?
If you are my age or older, my guess is that when I ask the question -- do you remember layaway? -- you can answer yes. Perhaps it seems like…
DonorsChoose Challenge: The Power of Your Unique Perspective
No matter how you might slice it, your unique perspective is what makes you YOU. Many women spend their whole lives trying to diminish its light, cram it to "fit"…
Why Do They Hide the Prices? What is the Mystery?
Last weekend we spent a quick 3 day getaway in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware to celebrate an anniversary. Had a great time kayaking and just taking long walks. However, I have…
Disputing, Rationalizing, and Explaining Claims and Statistics of Unequal Pay
The longstanding debate about women earning less than men has been gaining steam this political season with Obama's commercial bringing this discussion back into the limelight. Regardless of your opinion…