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HEALTH POWER - LEARN ABOUT MINORITY HEALTH INFORMATION - MULTICULTURAL HEALTH RESOURCES - HEALTHY LIVING AFRICAN AMERICANS, HISPANICS, ASIANS AND NATIVE AMERICANS

Changes for 2012

Wow what a year it has been.
Can you look back to the past and think what changes lie ahead?

Each year of life is truly a blessing of new things to come.
We must look forward to what this year has to bring.

 What ways do you intent to improve and change your life for the better?

 Focusing on the spirtual and physical well being is so important in life recovery.
There are some great resources that will enable each of us to open up to our personal freedom.

Although, there are some struggles that we all face, we must move forward.

Happy New Year

Well this time of year we focus on what went right and where things went wrong. Have you decide to make any changes in your life. This is the time to reflect on how to improve yourself and reach your goals. There are great sites to research self improvement. Taking the time to spend with family and those you love is essential.

Skip the Cable

Product: Roku 2 XS Streaming Player by Roku

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Skip the Cable with Roku

 12/26/2011

Pros:

Built in Wi-Fi, Reliability, Video selection, High quality picture, Easy to use, Great value, Compact, Cheaper than Cable, Easy to set up

Cons:

Want more channels, Want more video choices

Best Uses:

Bedroom, Primary TV, Secondary TV, Everywhere, Living room

Describe Yourself:

Power User, Made for everyone

I love this product recommended to me by a close friend. In this economy this is best investment. Cheaper than the cost of cable, this will be the most bang for your buck. The channels provide all the latest information regarding news and current events. The movie selection is endless with multiple channels available for free or low cost. This is the future, be apart of the change. I am getting this for my parents who are retirees on a fixed income.

Holiday Shoppiong on a Low Budget

This holiday season shoppers will have to strech a limited budget and buy for all. One great way to save is to look at th dollar section or shop at the dollar store. Most major stores have a bargain section where one can creatively find deals to satisfy the holiday spirit. For instance, I was shock to find a major retailer offering all types of deals on items less than 10.00.  Also, making list help key impluse buying under control. Shopping for yourself should be off limits until after the holiday season. Furthremore, use online shopping outlets to declutter or create space in your home. Giving is the spirit of the season, so find a local charity that can benefit from items you no longer use.

Time with Family

Tis the season or not more and more workers are not able to spend time with their love one's this Christmas season due to the economy. Employers know that workers will not risk loss of pay or possible loss of their job for the holidays. As they say some things money can't buy and family is surely one of those things. Hopefully, working together we will realize the importance.  Realizing the gift of time has not price and can not be bought back later. Take the time to spend with your love ones and let them know you care.

Gifts for the Holidays

This year as we continue to experience a slow moving economy and massive job loss. We should use the holiday to reflect on giving. The retail industry continues to focus on the need to spend money on gifts to show others we care. This holiday we can focus on regifting or developing creative and thoughtful gifts. Here are a few suggestions for those on a low budget to consider:
1. Develop a color theme and find items that are useable.
2. Focus on the person's individual taste and needs. This shows a deeper level of thought and care.
3. Set limits and how much to spend to maintain a budget.

Items such as baskets, trays, or use a plastic shoe box to place gifts.
Go to the local dollar mart and purchase low cost wrapping.
If you know the person is into recycling or conservation, use brown paper bags for wrapping.

These are some helpful tips as we focus on giving to others.