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How To Make More Money Before Christmas

September 16, 2022 by Wendy S

The added expense associated with Christmas is coming up quickly. Even in the best of circumstances, stress may be a problem, but dealing with financial difficulties adds another level of difficulty. Before the holidays, some people try to earn a little more money; here are some suggestions on how to accomplish it. 

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Sell your old and unwanted items

One of the quickest and simplest ways to get money is to sell things you don’t need. Have a large number of CDs and DVDs you no longer watch or listen to? Sign them up to sell services. Old video games and systems collecting dust? Also sell them. Stacks of bags of clothing in the spare room sell them on eBay or in a yard sale. Got an old car in your garage? sell it with edmunds.

Use mystery shopping instead 

Paying people to shop? Really? Yup! Ruth Bushi, the editor of Save the Student, explained how to work as a mystery shopper to us last year. Payment can vary per project, but it won’t make you rich. Sometimes the products you buy are yours to keep, giving you an extra Christmas gift to give. 

Live art 

For their art programmes, local institutions and colleges frequently seek out individuals with a variety of physical types. Some models are paid, thus they are not necessarily required to be entirely naked when posing.

Learn to Walk Dogs or Pet Sit 

There are apps that do more than just deliver food that can be used to supplement your income. If you enjoy taking care of animals, you can board or walk dogs to earn extra money. Dog walkers are often hired by dog owners to take care of their dogs while they are at work. Additionally, you may make more money if you could board pets for their owners while they are away.

Complete online polls 

There are other ways to earn additional money before the holidays besides working a part-time job. You can also complete surveys to earn money to bolster your wallet. Paid surveys are a simple way to get extra money for Christmas without making you rich. While waiting for an appointment or while watching TV at night, you can do surveys on your phone. Since they don’t take very long to complete, it’s simple to fill them out whenever you have free time.

Babysit 

Babysitting is a well-known side business to pursue if you’re seeking quick ways to generate money. There is an increase in demand for babysitters as the holidays get closer. If you enjoy spending time with kids, this is a great way to earn additional cash for the holidays. Through word-of-mouth marketing or social media, you can promote your services.

Article Writing for Payment 

One of the best gig economy jobs to get money before the holidays is freelance writing. There is no requirement for a specialist degree, and working from home is possible. Many companies outsource their writing requirements, and some jobs pay very well. Blog articles, white papers, lectures, and other types of content are all possible, if writing is your hobby, start making money from it.

Filed Under: family, Life, work Tagged With: babysit, Christmas, money, online polls

The Importance of Reading to Kids with Mabel’s Labels! @mabelhood #holidays

November 13, 2015 by Wendy S

**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.

There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island. — Walt Disney

Mabel’s Labels knows that reading to kids is important for their growth and development, and also one of the most rewarding and heartwarming activities we can do with our little ones. That’s why they created this adorable video of Mabel’s Labels staff reading with their kids. After you watch it, be sure to check out the great personalized books for kids they have available to make reading with your kids even more special this holiday season.

Star Wars Personalized Book

Discover all the great new products Mabel’s Labels has for the holidays. There are all sorts of ways to be merry with Mabel’s this year!

The Stocking Stuffer Combo  Holiday Return Address Labels

Filed Under: Products & Reviews Tagged With: Christmas, mabel's labels, shopping

Santa’s Christmas Eve Prayer

December 24, 2014 by Wendy S

Santa's Christmas Eve Prayer @ mapsgirl.ca

Santa’s Christmas Eve Prayer

 

The sleigh was was all packed, the reindeer were fed,
But Santa still knelt by the side of his bed,

“Dear Father, ” he prayed, “Be with me tonight.
There’s much work to do and my schedule is tight.

My sack will hold toys to grant all kids’ wishes.
The supply will be endless like the loaves and the fishes.

I can do all these things, Lord, only through You.
I just need your blessing, then it’s easy to do.

I do this only to honor the birth of the One,
That was sent to redeem us, Your most Holy Son.

So to all of my friends, lest Your glory I rob,
Please, Lord, remind them who gave me this job.”

Filed Under: Life Tagged With: Christmas, Jesus, santa

2014 Canadian TV Christmas Specials and Movies #Printable

December 11, 2014 by Wendy S

2014 Canadian TV Christmas Specials and Movies Printable  @ mapsgirl.caWith Christmas just around the corner, I started jotting down when the different Christmas specials and movies will be on TV! I thought I’d share it with you!

If you have any others you think should be added, please leave a comment!

Please note that the times are Eastern Standard Time on Canadian stations.
 

 

Click the image below or here to download or print the schedule!

2014 Canadian TV Christmas Specials and Movies @ mapsgirl.ca

Filed Under: Life Tagged With: Christmas, movies, Printable, TV Specials

Christmas Gift Guide: New Smart Stages™ Toys from Fisher Price

December 2, 2014 by Wendy S

There’s good news for parents and children alike!

Fisher-Price, Inc., the world’s largest infant and preschool toy manufacturer and a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc., is releasing its newest, most innovative toy collection ever! Introducing Laugh & Learn® Smart Stages™, a revolutionary learning technology that grows with your child for up to three years. The toys’ age appropriate content is user-controlled and can be adjusted to match your child’s development.

Laugh & Learn Smart Stages incorporates three levels of programmable learning, offering babies the chance to grow and discover the world at their own pace. Created in consultation with early childhood learning experts, the toys reflect the philosophy that babies learn best by experiencing the world around them.

Fisher Price Smart Stages Lawn MowerSmart Stages Mower

Get out and mow that lawn with the push along Mower that engages with baby through creative role-play, and features a number slider, a turn gas cap, a pull lever, and a light-up face to interact with baby. Parents manually change the level for content updates.

This fun little mower is designed for kids ages 12-26 months and MSRP is $29.99!

 

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages toys are available at all major Canadian retailers including: Toys R Us, Walmart, Target, Sears, Real Canadian Super Stores and Amazon.ca. For more information on Smart Stages, visit www.fisher-price.ca/smartstages

Other fun toys include:

  • Smart Stages Chair
  • Puppy’s Smart Stages Home;
  • Puppy’s Smart Stages Train
  • Smart Stages Crawl Around Car
  • Smart Stages Laptop
  • Smart Stages Vacuum

About Fisher Price

Fisher-Price, Inc., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) located in East Aurora, N.Y., is the leading brand of infant and preschool toys in the world. The company’s legacy of high quality toys has enhanced early childhood development for more than 82 years. Some of the Company’s best-known “classic” brands include Little People®, Power Wheels® and Imaginext®. Fisher-Price is also a leading developer of baby gear products (infant swings, bouncers, high chairs), as well as a wide array of character-based toys inspired by high quality children’s programming such as Dora the Explorer™, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Thomas & Friends®.

The Company’s website, www.fisher-price.ca, as well as its Facebook page, www.facebook.com/fisherprice provide valuable information and resources to parents and grandparents around the world.

Filed Under: Products & Reviews Tagged With: Christmas, Fisher Price, Gift Guide, Smart Stages, Toys

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