http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog Princess on a budget Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:26:03 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en One of my favorite shows is Intervention on A&E because I think that substance abuse will effect most families in one way or the other. In a lot of cases the patients have to detox before they can ever go to treatment. I guess it usually takes like eight ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/03/10/at-one-time-or-another/ Bad things happen to good people, even if they are a princess. Lately I've really been thinking about how the people who need to get on social security disability usually can't. It seems like everyone gets denied the first time. Then they need someone like Allsup to help them ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/03/10/backup-plan/ I notice that whenever I read forums people assume the worst, get offended easily and pick fights in ways that they normally wouldn't in real life. If only people would do the exact opposite of that the world would just be a much better place. This is one ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/03/08/rutiliated-ring-contest/ The random number generator chose Cindy to win with her comment: My random act of kindness is always sharing baked goods. Each week I tend to bake a sweet bread or a batch of cookies for my family. We are a small bunch so I love taking a tray of some ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/03/08/marcasite-ring-winner-3/ I think that if I actually put a clock or timer in the bathroom I'd take the time in the morning to perfect my hair and makeup. It just feels like it's taking forever and I'm going to be late. I was really intrigued when I came across all ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/03/07/hairstyles-that-take-10-minutes/ Update:  This contest is closed but a new one starts soon Random Acts of Bling is a weekly jewelry contest. The winner can either keep the jewelry or give it away to someone else in hopes that it will brighten up someone's day. To enter the contest your comment must be ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/03/01/marcasite-ring-contest-4/ The random number generator chose April to win with her comment I have a great friend who’s non-judgmental and always there for me. I think I’d give it to her just because she is who she is. Thanks to everyone who entered and a new contest will start tomorrow. http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/03/01/dragonfly-brooch-winner/ This is essential in times of recession. It's also just useful if you are watching your budget so you can save for retirement or life insurance like a responsible adult. Here are a few things I have learned. Lately, it hasn't really been practical today being close. However, of ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/02/24/how-to-get-a-new-look-without-spending-any-money/ Update:  This contest is closed but a new one starts tommorrow I'm lucky enough to have a wonderful group of family and friends who are always there whenever I need a laugh or encouragement. I realize that this isn't always the case for everyone else but it should be. This is ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/02/22/sterling-dragonfly-brooch-contest/ The random number generator chose Happy to win with their comment: I would give these earrings to my niece. Citrines are her birthstone and I know she would love them. She has been working hard in school and sports, and her first game is in a few weeks. These would make ... http://blingonashoestringjewelry.com/blog/2010/02/22/citrine-earrings-winner-2/