Monthly Archives: July 2010

A Cool Deal

Posted on July 28, 2010 by admin

Hers:It was a broiling hot day so I did what any sane mother would do and took my three young boys to Happy Hour. I didn’t know it was Happy Hour. In fact, when we walked into the Quick Chek … Continue reading →

Posted in Happy Hour, Mommy, Quick Chek, Slurpee, Upper West Side | 2 Comments

A Possible Career Change?

Posted on July 22, 2010 by admin

Hers:The same child who recently asked if we were rich seems to have an understanding that with jobs come benefits. He’s not thinking about pension plans and health insurance, however. He’s only six-years-old. No, he’s thinking about more immediate needs … Continue reading →

Posted in free movies, job benefits, MSG Entertainment | Leave a comment

Contributing to the Economic Recovery

Posted on July 13, 2010 by admin

His:I’ve been asked if the relief of a steady paycheck has unleashed a string of long-delayed purchases. (I suppose that’s the grown-up version of asking “Are we rich?”) Not really. Deb and I decided that the frugal strategy developed over … Continue reading →

Posted in big ticket purchases, consumer consumption, flat screen TV | 1 Comment

"Are We Rich?"

Posted on July 7, 2010 by admin

Hers: My 6-year-old needed to know, in no uncertain terms. “Well,” I thought fast. “It depends. There are people with a lot more money than us, and people with a lot less.” “But are we RICH?” What was he really … Continue reading →

Posted in being rich, children's questions, wealth | 3 Comments

First Impressions

Posted on July 3, 2010 by admin

His: How do I like the new job? Love it! It’s a little like going back to school after a long summer, excited about learning new things and meeting new classmates. (Really, do you think I’d say anything bad? My … Continue reading →

Posted in commute, new job | 3 Comments