Monthly Archives: March, 2008

5 Ways To Teach Young Children About Money, Counting, And Making Change

I have two kids (and a third on the way). I’ve recently begun to teach my four-year-old son a little about money. He’s a bright child – and he’s very aware of his surroundings. He likes to ask questions and he’s pretty good about applying what he’s learned in one setting to the questions faced [...]

Beware Of The Laundry Detergent Cap

As many of you know, my wife and I are going to have a new baby in less than one month. A few nights ago, while washing some ‘onesies’ for out little girl, I noticed something about the laundry detergent cap. On the back of the detergent bottle, there are ‘recommended’ amounts for various types [...]

I Filed My 2007 Taxes And Funded My Vanguard SEP-IRA With Waived Fees And No Minimum Investment Requirements

I just finished filing my taxes.  I must say, even with the addition of a little ‘business income’, the whole process was pretty mundane. I had under-withheld by about $400, which isn’t bad, considering that I didn’t really ‘know’ what my annual income was going to be.  I didn’t have to pay any penalties.  The [...]

A New Weight Loss Program – And A Quick Stroll Through My Blogroll

As long-time readers know, I have a ‘weight-loss’ blog – No. Calories Needed – where I’ve just started writing about a new weight loss program I’m following – Paul McKenna’s 4 Golden Rules.  I’m really excited about the ‘program’ and I’ll be posting regular updates of my progress. Now, this week’s Stroll Through My Blogroll [...]