It is not all bad news out there. This is because the british Royal Mint has announced a production mistake of not putting the date on some 20p coins which has made them worth £50 each because of their rarity. That’s what you’ll get if you return them to the Mint itself. Another piece of the good news [...]
The Man In The Mirror
June 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Since Michael Jackson died last week, there has been lots of speculations as to the real cause of his death. Everybody seems to be pointing accusing fingers to everybody else. We are all waiting impatiently for the autopsy report to reveal the ‘truth’. If we all look at the situation properly, we can come to the conclusion [...]
Michael Jackson Dies At 50
June 26, 2009 By 3 Comments
Well, it is another Friday but there’s nothing funny about this one because there is a “bad” news in the air. First Farrar Fawcett, one of the original Charlie’s Angels lost her battle against cancer then Michael Jackson died from heart attack at the age of 50!! You may be wondering what all these have got [...]
Rich Dad, Wealthy Dad
June 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment
After writing yesterday’s blog-post, i started to ponder on what type of Dad (financially) do i have and what type am i to my children? As a reader of the Rich Dad books who understands the main characteristics of a man you can call a Rich Dad and those of a Poor Dad, i can [...]
What My Father Taught Me About Money Management
June 21, 2009 By 1 Comment
Today is Fathers’ Day in the UK and i (along with other fathers) received a special celebration cake from all the mothers in the church. Nice gesture, ladies. After church, i called my Dad just to say ‘Hello’ and wish him ‘Happy Fathers’ day’. While we were talking i recalled something that he told me [...]
Funny Friday – One Man's Junk….
June 19, 2009 By Leave a Comment
In China, a bungling burlar has been jailed for a year after breaking into a bank and stealing forged notes. Zhan Chui took £1000 cash that has been confiscated by the bank in the eastern province of Jiangxi and was earmarked for shredding. He was caught when he tried to spend the duds. I know [...]
Happily 'N'Ever After
June 15, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Spring-time usually ushers in the season for weddings in any given year and this year is not an exception even with the ongoing financial crisis. However, there is a new development which may stir the course of many new marriages towards ‘the rocks’ from day one. The wedding custom mostly used in the western world comes [...]
The Trouble Tree
June 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Here is a story that i hope will brighten up your day as you head for a restful weekend: I hired a plumber to help me restore an old farmhouse, and discovered he had just finished a tough first day on the job: a flat tire made him lose an hour of work, his electric [...]
Millions Losing Sleep Over Money Worries
June 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
It has been reported that one in every three adults in the UK lose sleep at least once a week because of the recession. Sleeping habits are rapidly changing as thousands try to battle this worry-induced insomnia. A recent survey revealed that one in six are turning to alcohol to help them sleep. Others are [...]
It Is Never Too Late!
June 1, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Being an Arsenal fan, this is kind of not easy to write but for the sake of my readers i will just ‘bite the bullet’. Carlos Ancelotti was appointed today as the new manager of Chelsea Football Club of England. During his first interview, which he answered questions in his limited English, he told reporters [...]
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