What treasures await you when dusting off cobwebs? I came across an old notebook with notes taken from a motivation seminar back in 2010. Does it still apply today? Or is it outdated self-help junk? Find out today if the past teaches or is good for a laugh in today’s post, “Motivational Blast from the Past,” on MGSpear.com.
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The buying season is upon us, and it’s more important than ever to be frugal. There are deals to be had, but sometimes the deals go too far. Like the time my husband pursued penny deals and has government agents show up at his house. Sure, he got great items for a penny, but was it worth it? Find out in today’s post, “Penny Deals,” on MGSpear.com.
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My husband leaves the lights on most of the time; I tend to turn them off. We both have our preferences, but what happens when absentmindedness leads to trouble? Will the world collapse? Will the next Snowpacalypse be predicted? Find out in “Light Switch Wars,” on MGSpear.com
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There’s security and then there’s bathroom security. The felines are the experts, and no one escapes under their watchful eyes. Even though they are tasked to annoy, the cuteness factor outweighs their shenanigans. Check out today’s post, “Bathroom Security,” on MGSpear.com.
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What do you do when something will save you money but you have to take it off someone’s roof in the middle of the night? For five hours? Check out the story in today’s post, “Solar in the Night,” on MGSpear.com.
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Something falls into the couch cushions and it’s gone, right? A little looking but then you would give up the ghost correct? Especially if it didn’t hold sentimental value. But for my husband? He goes on a quest into the bowels of the couch underbelly. Right in the middle of our movie. For almost an hour. And what for? Read all about it in “Couch Capades” on MGSpear.com.
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It’s been so hot in Texas. People are cooking in their cars and are happy when the temps drop into the 90s. But when the plumbing leaks you’ve got to fix it. And what better way to commemorate being out in this heat? Create fire kitty art. Read all about it in today’s post, “Hot as Heck: A Melting Summer,” on MGSpear.com.
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Back in the day, we lived in the suburbs. The husband crammed all his tools and projects into the garage, taking up all available space; no cars could fit. So where were car repairs done? In the driveway. Rain or shine. Heat or snow. It’s us vs the elements to keep everything running. Check out our strategy in “Repairs vs The Weather” on MGSpear.com.
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You have loads of free time coming up and think you’ll get a lot accomplished. But what if you work your tail off and don’t reach your goals? This was how my long weekend went, but I was able to pick up the pieces and imitate my kitties: sometimes you just need to stop and take a breather. Read all about it in today’s post, “The Wheel Keeps On Turning,” on MGSpear.com.
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Those who succeed have mountains of failure behind them. Hardly anyone makes it to where they are without hardship. No success, whether it be huge or just saving up to buy fuel and groceries, comes without sacrifice. Whatever you’re struggling with, don’t quit. Pivot if you need to. Check out today’s post on the topic, “Failure: The Foundation for Success,” on MGSpear.com.
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