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I was at Heavenly Ham over the holidays and saw such long lines of folks trying to get their turkey and ham for Christmas. This is such a popular place to go when trying to get the perfect ham or turkey for your festivities. The prices are modest compared to some local specialty stores in town.Did you know that Emajuan's Concierge And Errand Services will deliver that delicious bird or juicy ham

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I've done a little digging to see where the best deals are this year on the holiday turkeys. This is a sampling of the meals prepared or the turkey you can prepare at home.Harris Teeter 29 cents a pound with a $25 dollar purchase.Krogers 39 cents a pound no extra purchase required.Super Target 78 cents a pound.Holiday Meals DealsHeavenly Ham - The Grand Buffet $129 - 7 lb Boneless

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I was watching CNN yesterday as it reported on a recent poll conducted among businesses, which suggest employers may temporarily stop contributing to your 401- K due to the slow down in the economy and their decreasing bottom line. The poll also shows these employers may give a lower performance based cost of of living increase. This news should remind us to be budget minded as well as,

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When is the last time you visited your neighborhood library? If you are looking to save money and be frugal at the same time take a new look.Here are some free services at your local libraryMovies and CD rentals (2 Weeks)Current Magazines and Local and Out of State NewspapersReading on tapes and cdsFree wireless access (check with your particular branch)Free Internet accessFree research help from

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Well, I thought I knew how to cook a chicken however, Valerie gets a high five on this recipe out of Hillsbourgh, NC she is a good friend of mine. Buy Large Chicken or Roaster the key is (Large)Bake or Boil or Use crock pot to get every morsel.Remove legs and thighsRemove breastRemove wingsSave the restUse legs for chicken with riceUse thighs for chicken and dressingBreast cut into four piecesUse

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Well, perhaps we can take a sigh of relief the gas prices are finally falling. The latest reports show gas has fallen below $78 a barrel. Now take those extra dollars that you were putting in the pump and put them aside for a rainy day. If you are not taking advantage of using store coupons maybe you need to reconsider them. Read my previous article and take advantage of the links or log on to

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Do you want to save money on your groceries? Well there is a program available where you can purchase a weeks' worth of groceries to feed a family of four for $30. Incredible but true, it's the Angel Food Program that is available in a town near you.If you are a Senior Citizen this program can offer you meals which are prepared for $28.00. 10 meals to dine on for a week which includes a

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Are you are feeling gas pains literally at the pump? So what do you do?Here are my suggestions.Drive Less.Consolidate your trips.Put the windows down and feel the fresh autumn breeze (burn less fuel).Car pool to work.Share expenses with a friend or coworker and combine errands in one vehicle.Use public transportation.Invest in a motorcycle or scooter.Use a errand service to run around for you (

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I had the opportunity to attend the Durham's 4th Annual Community Outreach Dinner tonight. It was a gathering of the community to come together to share as well as, reach out to the local community at large.Various agencies and businesses shared information and enlightened the citizens to the programs available in the community. I was impressed with the programs that we as citizens can avail

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ERRAND SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS ATTENTION SENIORSDo you need a little extra help to write letters, or make telephone calls due to hard of hearing disabilities? How about some extra hands to pick up your groceries or medicines? Do you currently participate in the Angels Food Program or want to? Yet do not have a way to pick up your food? Call me today and I can do the driving

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EMAJUAN’S CONCIERGE AND ERRAND SERVICES Do you ever wish there were 48 hours in each day to get done all the stuff you need to do? Wouldn’t it be nice to have an extra set of hands to run over to the dry cleaners, drop off that package at the post office, pickup tonight’s dinner or do your grocery shopping? How about some help with many of the small and thankless tasks you do each day?Have

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So you want to lose weight and feel healthy? yet find it hard to stay on a diet? Well, sometime ago I posted that I was going to lose this stubborn weight and become healthier. I been on this plan for over four weeks and I am happy to report that I have lost weight and inches. I feel full after eating and my appetite has decreased which allows me to go from meal to meal without that I gotta eat

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Legal Advice with little or no cost.If you have limited income there are various agencies, which can assist you with the legal issues you have. Whether you need to get a will, change your name, get a divorce or file bankruptcy they are available to help you. Agencies such as Rural Legal Services, Legal Aid, or Self Help Centers through your local county government offices are available by

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I love to steam vegetables instead of boiling them to preserve the nutrients; here is a slim down version of my steam cabbage recipe. I hope you enjoy it. Do you have any low fat recipes?Steamed CabbageIngredients1 small head of cabbage1/2 cup of mixed vegetables(frozen or fresh)1/4 cup of yellow onions2 slices of bacon (optional)1 teaspoon of olive oil1/2 teaspoon of salt1/4 teaspoon of

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Just Do It!We’ve heard that familiar phrase made famous by the Nike commercials. So why don’t we just do it? Well, actually it sounds a lot easier to say then to do it. Don’t you agree? Well I have tried countless weight loss products over the years and frankly, I have never stuck to any that amounted to a significant amount of weight loss. However, I made the decision today to really make a

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Which One Are You Using?I was so afraid to drink my tap water due to the hype of toxins and pollutants, which could be found in the drinking water. Earlier last year my city came under fire due to improper water treatment reporting. So naturally I was skeptical of drinking my own tap water. In my distressed state I purchased water at Sams Club or the local grocery store, amid all the local

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Work Part-Time From HomeI’ve been working with an online company that offers employment in many areas for people who need to make some extra money. I have made at times one to two hundred dollars per assignment working the various programs. It does not matter if you have a job or due to circumstances need to work from home this is a great way to earn extra income. This company does the hard work

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Losing Weight Or Least Trying ToHave you ever decided you were going to cut back on all the junk food and go on a real life style type diet? Well, I have said it many times, purchased the food and mentally was all set. I even thought to myself, this is going to save me money too. I will not be wasting money on fast food. Then what happens? I either forget my lunch or whatever excuse I can come up

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You DecideTimes are tight right now and I am a firm believer you do what must done in order to get through the tough times. If you shop at places that double and triple coupons the savings add up. Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Kroger, Publixs these stores offer at least double coupons savings. Here’s a new spin on couponing I recently discovered, coupons clipping companies they do all the hard work

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Celebrate ResponsiblyI know, I know, we will be cooking, grilling, driving, dancing, drinking and having a good old time. Lets not forget the service men and women overseas and at home who risk their lives everyday to keep us safe.Remember to keep it safe and have a great Fourth of July weekend and don't spend too much money!Debra J

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Emajuan's blogspot is dedicated to the two women who greatly influenced my life Juanita, my mother and her mother Emma. These two women who are both now decease have guided the decisions I make even on today. Is there a special person who has influenced you or shaped your life to help you become the person you are today? Some of the memories perhaps are happy and some sad yet, can we really shake

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A Simple Method To BudgetingHave you ever attempted to save for a special goal only to use the money for another purpose? Or have you put money in your checking account earmarked for a bill and spent it on a whim? Well here is one solution perhaps may work for you. Try setting the money aside by putting it in envelopes marked with the intended use such as, cable bill, trip to the Bahamas or

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Ways to Earn Extra CashDo you need to earn some extra money to make ends meet? Do you want a part-time job but not the commitment? Here are a few ways to raise some extra cash in a hurry.Hold a yard sale and sell items you no longer use.Do odd jobs such as running errands or lawn work.Sell items on EBay. Search for gigs on advertising sites such as craigslist look under ETC and part-time

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Ok, enough already! Several days ago I was reading in the USA Today paper the local police in a North Atlanta suburb are going to start charging a fuel surcharge when you are stopped for a speeding or moving violation. They claimed this is a necessity due to the increased cost of fuel. So speeders beware you know every town in America will be doing the exact same thing. The article stated this

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Stretch Your Paycheck or Lack of OneIn today’s economic down times how do you survive? What steps should you take if the situation is whether you eat or put gas in the car? Who could imagine $5.00 gas prices at the pumps as well as, soaring food prices at the grocery store. In these economic hard times penny pinching has become a way of life. Here are a few ways to save money and cutback on

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Tainted Tomatoes ScareWhat better way to scare you then to say the tomatoes you put in your salad can kill you? This is the latest news being circulated on the media outlets and internet. How is it that something which is designed to nurture your body can harm it?This is why I am an advocate of growing your own vegetables where you can control what you grow, how you grow it in addition to, who

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Growing Vegetables In PotsPlanting vegetables can be a rewarding experience which can be enjoyed through out the year. Growing your own vegetables is not only healthier, it can be empowering to grow them organic and apply natural pesticides.Gardening is viewed as a form of relaxation in addition; it's an alternative to purchasing vegetables by growing your own. Whether you live in the city or

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