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Impulse Shopping
Q. The ads for boxing week sales seem to start earlier every year. While we don't go shopping on Boxing Day, it's tempting to pick up a few things during the following week. Are the deals really worth it?
A: The sales at this time of year can look enticing--and so they should, as retailers look to enhance their bottom line.
But the real bottom line you need to consider is your own. Ask yourself a few questions as you think about what you might still like to buy over the holidays:
Q: It's really expensive keeping up with technology these days. My kids say that my cellphone and laptop are lame compared with the new smart phones and mini netbooks available today. I can't afford to keep upgrading every year or so. Any suggestions?
Everyone has bad hair days—even those with no hair
We’ve all heard the expression of someone “having a bad hair day.” But what does it really mean? I think it’s safe to say that for most, it means more than a bad hair-style day; it means that they’re having trouble with some of the tasks and decisions they need to make that day, or that they’re dissatisfied with some part of their day.
