Archive for May, 2008
On Food Stamps And Still Hungry @ $280 A Month
photo credit: LabGP & SigOther
Would you believe that in this day and age where we have coupons, food banks and discount supermarkets like Shoppers, people are still complaining about not being able to make it on $280 a month using food stamps for a family of two? The CNN Money Article-On Food [...]
Senior Healthcare Options: Navigating The Murky Mess That Is The US Healthcare System
photo credit: Hamed Saber
It never occurred to me that the health care system for seniors in this country was so dire until my FIL became ill. To have every door closed to us because of a pre-existing condition, age and lack of continuing insurance blew my mind. So what options do seniors [...]
Expensive Weekend: Emergency Trips, Decorating and Footing the Bill for a Stray Kitty
photo credit: pfala
I can’t say how stressful the past week has been both emotionally and physically. I have been near tears several times and broke down a few more because at times it became too hard to manage. Thankfully I’ve had supportive friends, family and even professor who is letting me complete [...]
