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7 Budget-Friendly Interior Design Ideas

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7 Budget-Friendly Interior Design Ideas 1. Paint an accent wall

painting an entire room 2. Coordinate with new fabrics Décor Aid 3. Install unique statement shelving.

4. Repaint wooden pieces. 5. Add greenery. 6. Include a statement headboard.

style of your bedroom 7. Refresh your cabinets.

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Choosing My Online Wedding Invitation: Paperless Post Review

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In case you missed it, I'm getting married soon! It seems only yesterday when I was enjoying the ups and downs of the single life, wondering if I will ever find the one. It was a long journey but God has plans far better than I've imagined. Fast forward to today, here I am stressed out and excited at the same time, planning a small and simple wedding; meeting suppliers, finalizing details and choosing my online wedding invitation because it's more practical and better for the environment. Why I chose to go digital?

Paper wedding invitations are expensive.

All suppliers I've contacted both locally and abroad require a minimum of 50 copies. Again, this is a small wedding. We don't need 50 copies.

Honestly, people will either throw it away or keep it and forget about it after.

It will only collect dust or add to people's clutter.

We want to help the environment and save a tree.

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Travels

3 Australian Cities To Spend An Extraordinary New Year’s Eve

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3 Australian Cities to Spend an Extraordinary New Year’s EveeDreamsSydney This beautiful city is sure to amaze you with its astounding display of fireworks. Once you reach the Darling Harbour, the nocturnal sky there will keep your eyes still for a few moments. If you are done, move towards the Harbourside, say with your favorite drink, and witness dazzling displays like you had never dreamt of. Just don’t worry about cafes and restaurants as the Darling Harbour is lined with a lot of these. A visit to the Bondi Beach will also be quite memorable while the light shows at Taronga Zoo will keep your little ones happy.

Melbourne What’s best about Melbourne is that it would bring you a plethora of locations where you can take short visits and keep celebrating. People usually head to the Docklands, Southbank, Federation Square and CBD. In case you are willing to party hard, visit the suburbs like Richmond, Collingwood, St Kilda, Abbotsford, South Wharf and more. There are exclusive European bars that arrange Hawaiian themed parties where you are surely going to have a blast. Even at 123 Queen Street, entertainment will take a new note with themes of 90s.

Brisbane Nothing can beat the magnificence of the 31st night over the Brisbane River that goes illuminated with an out-of-the-world light show. Although the show lasts ten minutes, it’s grand enough to get you goosebumps. To have the best views, move towards the River Quay or the Streets Beach or rather towards Clem Jones Promenade.

Don’t worry about the routes as eDreams will be your tour guide and would give you the best possible suggestions for a nice and pleasant journey.

Enjoy and All the Best!!

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Life Lessons

How To Spring Clean Your Life In 2019

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How to Spring Clean Your Life in 2019

Review Your Finances & Start Saving

Do you have little money in the bank after many months of hard work? This indicates you’re not spending your money wisely. Provide yourself with more financial security in 2019 by reviewing your budget.

For example, compare your outgoings against your income to identify where you are wasting your revenue. You also should open a savings account to develop a rainy-day fund so that you can enjoy some financial security throughout the year.

Spruce Up Your Credit History

Speaking of your finances, have you got a poor credit history? If so, this could be preventing you from securing a mortgage or car loan. However, it is possible to dispute a report to repair your credit. Crediful specialize in helping people take control of their finances, so you should read their review on a popular credit repair company, which could help you to receive the keys to your own property or car in 2019.

Alter Your Attitude

A negative attitude can affect your daily life. Give yourself a fresh start by developing a more positive mindset. Whenever you have a pessimistic thought, counteract it with a positive affirmation.

It might also be helpful to undertake cognitive behavioural therapy to effectively manage your emotions and problems, as it can change the way you both think and behave.

Remove Physical Clutter

Clear your mind by clearing your home of physical clutter. Take the time to remove items that are simply collecting dust in your home. This means finally tackling your junk drawer, pulling unwanted items out of an attic, or purging your rooms of items that are taking up unnecessary floor space in the home. It will help you to create a light, airy and bigger home.

Automate Your Bills

Take a little stress out of your life by automating your bills, as you’ll simply need to make sure there is enough money in an account to cover your outgoings each month. You also can streamline your payments by ensuring your bills leave the same account to make it easier to track your payments.

Get Real About Your Career

As your career will take up a large majority of your time, it needs to make you happy. Ask yourself if you’re in the right job or if there is something both bigger and better waiting for you. Maybe you are settling as you’re too afraid to step outside your comfort zone.

If so, there is no time like the present to take your career into your own hands, so change jobs, expand on your qualifications, or identify the different ways you can climb the corporate ladder.

Start Clearing Your Debts

If you want to live a happier, more peaceful life, embrace a debt-free lifestyle. Similar to decluttering your home, getting rid of your debts can make you feel much happier. Aim to pay off your credit cards or make bigger loan repayments so that you will free up your finances in the future. You can then focus on spending the money on home improvement tasks, a dream vacation or a large nest egg.

Say Goodbye to Toxic Friends

While it might not be easy to say goodbye to friends you’ve known for many years, you need to remove them from your life if they pull you down instead of building you up. While you might feel connected to them due to the length of time you’ve known them, or the journey you have gone on together, you cannot keep them in your life simply for nostalgia. If someone treats you badly or damages your confidence, they’re not your friend.

Make a To-Do List

Do you struggle with organization? Do you constantly miss deadlines or fail to identify your priorities? If so, consider making to-do lists so that you can perform every essential task on schedule. Whether you’re juggling multiple tasks at work or want to complete projects within the home, make a list that will break down the tasks by priority, day or concern, which can simplify your life.

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Travels

5 Places To Visit For Your Family Vacation In France

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5 Places to Visit for Your Family Vacation in France
Opodo 1. Paris
The capital city has to be on the list as it is also the most populous one with plenty of remarkable things to witness. To top the charts is the Eiffel Tower followed by the Louvre Museum, the Sacre-Coeur, and the Arc de Triomphe. Well, if it’s not the first time for you, head to Denfert-Rochereau, the Place de la Nation, the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Marais where you can keep a bit of distance from the crowd. Besides, you can take your family to let them witness around 6,600 sculptures at the Musee Rodin. The Seine Cruise, on the other hand, will be quite enjoyable as it would take you past the famous landmarks, making way to the English Channel. Don’t forget to take your kids to Disneyland Paris where they will enjoy taking spectacular rides.

2. Lyon
Rested in east-central France, Lyon is the third largest city that boasts of a long history and attracts tourists to witness its vibrant culture and historic architecture. Do not miss exploring its various districts like the Presquile that is surrounded with bars and restaurants, the Croix-Rousse that is known for its secret passageways while Fourviere will leave you spellbound with its Gothic churches and Roman ruins. The Lyon Cathedral and its astronomical clock of the 14th century too is sure to grab your attention.

3. Strasbourg
This is one amazing place in France where you will discover beauty in its art and architecture, food, fashion and even in its language. As it is located along the Rhine River, it has a fine blend of German and French cultures. Moreover, what the ladies would love here is shopping from the range of Alsatian textiles, stork-shaped souvenirs, cookware and what not. Pick up those exclusive gift boxes, candies, and cookies from those little shops to leave your little ones delighted.

4. Corsica
Who doesn’t want to witness the birthplace of the great Napoleon? Ajaccio, the capital of Corsica, takes pride in having places in the name of this German legend, especially the Bonaparte House Museum. Besides, water activities are plenty here as a lot of tourists spend weekends here kayaking, surfing, water skiing etc.

5. Marseilles
If you are keen to witness the amalgamation of African and French culture, this is the city for you. The beaches here too deserve mention like Plage de Prado, which is quite wide and open for kids who can find climbing walls and playgrounds as well. Of course, the historic museums like the Art Museum and the Natural Art Museum will accumulate memories for the art lovers. The unmatched Mediterranean food keeps calling back tourists every year while young graduates love choosing this French city for weekend evening parties.

If you are willing to explore these cities or other any other location in France with your family and friends, Opodo will assist you without any hassle. Grab this opportunity now and you never know this can be your dream vacation you have been waiting for!! Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share.
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Food

4 Ways To Make The Most Of A Farmers Market

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4 Ways To Make The Most Of A Farmers Market Purchase Fresh Seasonal Produce

Image via Flickr by katerha Top restaurants often pick up produce Travel to Different Farmers Markets get a hotel nearbyarea attractions and events Try New Produce Farmers markets help us learn what's in season Talk With the Producers Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share.
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Life Lessons

How To Save Money During The Holidays

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I remember when I was a kid, I was excited around this time. Yes, the Yuletide season is near! It's when people get together...and apparently spend more than they should. I enjoyed Christmas more when I became an adult because I'm able to buy gifts now for people I value. But then, gift-giving could cause a problem to your budget if you're not careful. Here's what I learned about how to save money during the holidays.

How To Save Money During The Holidays

Make a list and check it twice

Do what the big guy in red does (according to that famous song). Make a list and check it twice. Not necessarily to find out who's naughty or nice though but to see how much you're going to spend on presents.

When you make a list, write the name of the recipient on one column, the gift options you're getting them on another, and the price. You can check online to see how much each item costs or if you have enough time, check at the stores or malls and compare.

I write at least three gift options that I could give a person. Writing down the prices and seeing which one is more practical to give helps me decide fast.

Start early

Last Christmas I started shopping for gifts as early as October. I think earlier than that is even better. Because when -ber months start, prices usually go up.

It helped also because stores are not as busy yet as December. There's no Christmas rush so paying at the counter is quick as there's no long line. Plus you're able to scout for more gift options when you know you're not in a hurry.

If you can, shop early to avoid the Christmas rush. If you are in a hurry, chances are you would not be able to think clearly and end up spending more than you plan.

Recycle gifts

I know, I used to shudder at the idea of recycling gifts. Isn't that an insult to the giver? And isn't that too embarrassing to do? Well, no and no.

It is more insulting if you don't use the gift and just let it accumulate dust. Or worse, throw it away.
It is not embarrassing if you give the gift to someone not connected to the giver.

When my friend gave me a coin purse during my birthday, I was grateful. It was thoughtful of her and it was a dainty coin purse. But after a year, I still was not using it. Because I've got other coin purses which are also gifts.

I like to use my stuff until it's all worn out and I can't use it anymore. I still have clothes and bags that I purchased five or ten years ago.

I don't want to hoard things I don't use. So I gave my coin purse as a gift to my other friend who's not from the same circle. She loved it!

Don't be afraid to recycle gifts. After all, it's been given to you so you can do what you want with it.

Coupons or vouchers

Make use of coupons, gift checks or vouchers. They're there to make your shopping life better. You can use them to buy gifts or give them as gifts.

It is a practical and thoughtful present especially to those whom you can't decide what to give to because they seem to have everything they need. Or for moms who'd love to buy some groceries or items around the house instead.

Shop online

I am an online shopper because I like the convenience it brings. You save time and effort going outside to buy, and you see lots of options just sitting there on your chair, and the items get delivered at your doorsteps. You practically don't leave the house if you don't like and can still do your Christmas shopping (I'm an introvert).

May I just say again (in case you missed my post about it) that I now have my own online dealer store? What I like about the company Human Nature is that they carry only organic and natural, cruelty-free and sustainable products that are globally competitive when it comes to quality but is much cheaper compare to other brands.

I started as a buyer then became a fan and now I can sell their products online.

So when you buy gifts from my Human Nature Lucky Shop, you give gifts that actually give back to the community and the world in general. How awesome can that be?

Volunteer

Give your time, talent and treasure to those who can't pay you back. (But when you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind, and you will be blessed. Since they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous. -Luke 14:13-14)

Christmas is the season of giving and giving is very rewarding. It is life-changing. It is like emptying your hand so you're ready to receive more blessings. Whatever happens, know that God can never be outdone in generosity.

Are you excited for the holidays? Remember that you can enjoy without overspending. Do you have tips on how to save money during the holidays that you'd like to share?

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