Sallie Mae is not my BFF

Posted by chica with issues under general issues

I have issues with Sallie Mae. I also have issues with the so-called poverty level.
Last week, I applied for a deferment with Sallie Mae to halt some of my loan payments (80) as I cannot stop the stupid private loans that I took out. I also have loans with EdFinancial. My student loan payments are […]

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Am I a sucker?

Posted by chica with issues under general issues

Each Monday deals with misc. general issues
Two weeks ago, a co-worker realized before lunch that she had left her wallet and her lunch bag at home, which is 45 miles way and we only get 30 minutes. She didn’t have any money in her car or any food at her desk. I heard her going […]

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The importance of being able to laugh together

Posted by chica with issues under family & relationship issues

Each Sunday is focused on Relationship/Family issues (this one posted a day late)
I think it is easy to say that you and your significant other have a good relationship when the times a good. It’s when times get tough that you discover how strong your relationship really is. The clue? Being able to laugh together […]

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Issues link roundup for 6/3 - 6/9

Posted by chica with issues under issues roundup

Each Saturday focuses on a general roundup of issues for the week.
Here are some posts that are worth a look from this week:
20 Ways to Eliminate Stress From Your Life at Zen Habits
and, on a related note, Put a Stop to Your Anxiety with These 8 Simple Tips via the Positivity Blog
Getting things done: The […]

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Getting focused by creating a to-do list each morning

Posted by chica with issues under personal development issues

Each Friday is dedicated to personal development issues.
Personal development seems to be more or less an umbrella that a lot of different things fall under. It is a little productivity and GTD principles, it is a lot of motivation issues, it involves goal setting and problem solving, and making solid decisions that better your life. […]

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I don’t have the right package to get a business-related job

Posted by chica with issues under job, career, school related issues

Every Thursday deals with issues related to jobs, career and school.
Having a newly earned MBA should open a plethora of doors for anyone in the various business disciplines. Should is the operative word here. I wish someone had told me that the reality is that the degree doesn’t matter if you do not possess the […]

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Now with regularly scheduled posting!!

Posted by chica with issues under general issues

In an attempt to post with some regularity and conquer my procrastination demons, and because it seems to work so well over at Zen Habits, I am going to have certain topics for each day.
The schedule is as follows:

Sunday - Relatioship issues
Monday - general issues (an anything goes theme)
Tuesday - Health/image/body issues
Wednesday - Personal finance […]

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How to have a safe and speeding ticket free road trip

Posted by chica with issues under travel issues

Before you leave home for that family vacation, keep these things in mind for a safe trip.
Check your everything on your car - tires, lights, wipers, and fluids to make sure everything is fille up and in proper working condition.
Use your cell phone to get directions by texting GOOGLE with this formula “[location] to [destination],” for instance “Los […]

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