Scrap It

You can only save so much stuff: kid's art work, small buttons that come pre-packaged on new sweaters, ticket stubs. I have so many memory makers it makes me want to learn scrapbooking. I mean that sounds good right? I'd be going to the craft store regularly in search of the latest scrapping stuff and I'd spend hours trying to make the perfect page or book. I know myself, and scrapping would take over my creative senses and I wouldn't want to stop until the project was finished.

I've walked down a scapbooking supply isle and wow, are there options. If you Google "scrap-booking' you'll find an overwhelming array of non-acetone products to work with too. The stickers are cool as are all the little tools that cut cute things.

Still, I'm a cook, not a scrapper. Cooking is my craft, and William's and Sonoma is my 'craft store'. Seriously, when I get their latest catalogue in the mail I plan special time to go through it, knowing I'll be captivated and wanting everything. Log on now and see what's available for the holiday; if you buy early there is free shipping and if you need a place to start I'd try the Le Cruet stoneware.

She buzz words

• Hand Lotion
• Lip Balm
• Interest Rate
• Crudities

Right now she could be:

• Chopping Vegetables
• Stirring soup
• Buttering bread
• Scooping ice cream

She could be a :

• Caterer
• Photographer
• College Professor
• Flight Attendant

She Phone Starter

Would she take a pre-marriage course or does she wish she had?

She Tech

National Geographic and PNY has a cool new line of USB flash drives, that offer free access to images, maps, videos, and more. Get yours at www.staples.com.

She's Learning

Online schooling has become a popular option for those who want to get a degree or gain more knowledge, but have time and location limitations.

Here's a list of online resources to help her study:

• elearners.com
• projectworkingmom.com
• studentaid.ed.gov
• degreesforworkingmoms.com

She Money

Most advisors agree that she should build up an emergency fund that is equivalent to about six months of living costs. Here are some tips: start putting away savings at the earliest age possible and make sure you have health insurance. The biggest reason people go bankrupt is due to unforeseen medical expenses.

Here are some sites to help her keep her money in check:

• Billshrink.com: makes sure you have the cheapest cell plan according to her usage.
• Cardtrak.com: compare credit cards and find the best one to suit her needs.
• ecoupons.com: grocery coupon swapping site
• freeshipping.org
• gasbuddy.com: finds cheapest gas in her area
• priceprotectr.com: Alerts when a price adjustment is available

She Slim

Shatobu shapewear uses resistance bands made from fiber, that wrap around the garment that hugs her leg. While it's slimming her, it's also burning calories; about 12% more than usual. www.shatobu.com

She Pet

Fish Oils are recommended for humans and pets! Ask your vet for information about how your pet can also benefit from fish oils. Your beloved pet and you may be able to take the same pill!

She Exercise

One sided workouts are all the rage, thanks to Steve Jordan. This trainer recommends alternating each side of the body on different days. www.SteveJordan.com

Valslide exercise uses two discs that fit under hands or feet, that can slide over any surface while toning the muscle. www.Valslide.com

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