Sometimes it’s hard to find good cross country moving companies as you always have to worry about your things and how good the company really is. If you are looking to move anytime soon and you are moving a great distance you should make sure to find reviews on the companies you are considering.

The internet is the best place to find information and sometimes you find more then you thought you would. Recently I looked up moving companies for a friend and found that many sites have very helpful reviews. So before you decide on a company take a Savey Spender tip and research.

Today I was talking with a friend of mine who has just gotten engaged, now I love this friend, but just after telling me she was engaged she started complaining about her ring. She’s a drama queen and I say that in the nicest way. She has always wanted the most expensive, most dazzling and most high end items. Her ring was a hand me down from his grandmother and she hates it.

Now unless you have one of the many good jobs in finance or you happened to hit the lottery chances are that you too will have sub par items. Of course they are only sub par if you think they are. Me, I would love a hand me down ring or any piece of jewelry for that matter. They mean something and are important to the people giving it to you.

Today I want you to think about what you have that someone you know could use and give it to them, remember what you give is what you will receive.

Eventually fall will be here and with it will come cooler weather, the air will get crisp, the leaves will turn colors and start to fall from the trees. Even though fall is still a few months away now is the time to start thinking about fall and winter clothing as summer will be over before we know it. Fleece is one of the best ways to stay warm and if you live in Europe you can buy some great North face fleeces that will do the job well. I personally love the feel of fleece. It’s soft warm and cozy and just writing about this makes me wish it was winter. Yes I’m crazy, but when you visit this site and see what they have you will also start thinking of cool fall nights and snowy winter days. North Face carries men’s and women’s fleece, in both bright and dark colors so your sure to find something you will like.

North Face also provide free shipping across the EU, though outside of the UK does require a set purchase amount, this varies by country so check the website for details. Of course since they carry a huge selection of clothing you should be able to come up with enough to get that free shipping. Besides fleece they also sell shorts, waterproof coats and kids clothing. I spent a good amount of time on this site yesterday and am very impressed with the ease of use. If you live in the EU you should really take a look at all this site has to offer, and remember think about the months ahead when your shopping.

Have you ever known someone who defies everything you thought you knew. I know a few people like that and though I don’t know the women who runs craftyGAgal, an etsy store, I have read though my friend Connie at My Chronic Life that she is an amazing person who has over come many problems. Since I don’t know her myself I will direct you to Connie’s blog to learn more about craftyGAgal also known as Meredith.

Her store on the other hand I can talk about. I clicked the link on Connie’s blog expecting to find some decent stuff to check out and was rewarded with some of the best handmade jewelry I have ever seen. She works mostly with stained glass creating some very beautiful jewelry. She also works with hemp, beads and crochets. This is one store that you will want to check out if your looking for a unique gift for someone. Meredith also does custom orders so you can check that out as well, just in case you cant find something that works for you.

Besides making jewelry and crafts Meredith also runs a very cool blog that I’m now a subscriber of, called craftyGAgal’s Designs. I have to say after reading her post on how much she loves her etsy shop I think I may have the inclination to start my own.

If your like many Americans you have spent a lot of time and money one diet products. Things like diet shakes, fat burners and nutritional foods that are a huge business. Some of these work and some don’t, but people still are buying these items.

If you must have one or a few of these diet products follow a few tips to get the best prices:

One is to shop around. Different places offer different things. One store may have a sale one week, but the next another store has a better deal. If you buy often take a look at the prices at a few stores, call so you don’t waste money driving.

Another tip I learned is to contact the company directly. Ask if they have a coupon they could send you so that you can try their product, many companies will do something just to get your business.

The last tip I have is to really look at what you are buying, do you need that supplement or can you get it in another cheaper way. Don’t waste money you don’t have to.

Do you have a child that goes though video games like crazy? Do you spend over $200 a month on video games for them, or do they spend that much. Most video gamers beat the game and never play it again. With the increase in software development and games going in and out of style you or your child should check out renting games. You can rent them from your local video store or you could check out an online video game rental company that will allow you to keep the games as long as you want. Handy if your always spending money on games.

I have always wanted to try a sleep number bed. A friend of mine has one that I was able to check out the other day and I love it. Now I want one. They adjust to fit what you want, then the other side adjust to fit what your spouse may want. Of course if your like me and single you just adjust the bed to fit you over all. The best part is there are many discounted off brand mattresses that work well, so you don’t have to spend a lot of money on one of these things.

I have heard that the health benefits of these beds are great as you usually don’t wake up stiff and get a better nights rest then with a regular mattress. Of course I believe the testing is mostly based on couples. So maybe one won out over the other when it came to buying their mattress.

Everyone is saying it: Shop around for the best deals. Most people though do not and it’s really sad. In order to get the best deal you need to know what is out there. Now that doesn’t mean you have to switch companies or services but sometimes calling up your company and telling them that you have looked around is enough for them to lower your bill.

Lets use car insurance as an example. I always shop around for car insurance I have found for my needs that my company is usually cheaper, they also offer a discount to existing members when they renew. A year ago I shopped around and found that another company was around $10 a month cheaper then mine. I called my company up and talked to them, telling them I saw this price. They gave me a $15 a month discount just to keep my business. It works, now you go out there and see what deals you can find.

Prices for cruses have dropped tremendously over the last year. It seems that cruise lines will do almost anything to get and keep your business. Right now European cruises are at some of there lowest prices in years. You can visit places like Rome, Athens or England on a cheap cruise that will help you save money or have more spending money. Either way you win.

Personally I would love to to a cruise to the Mediterranean, I’ve always wanted to visit that area and most of my wanted stops are big ports so it would work. I also wouldn’t mind going on one of many European river cruises. If you were to take a cruise where would you go?

Even if your not planning on saving someones life, it may be a good idea to learn how to use an AED or Automated External Defibrillator system. You may also want to buy one for yourself if you work in a nursing home, school, work with a sports team or care for someone who may run a high risk of cardiac arrest. These are very helpful pieces of equipment, most people learn to use them in first aid classes.

They help by using electricity to get the heart going again. It’s simple and many can be used by average everyday people who have received some training. The device itself will help guide you though the process and the public systems are very simple to use and navigate, many have large screens and buttons to help keep even the most nervous person on task.

Just over a year ago I wrote a review on stainless steal soap. I received this soap by being a member of a cooking club and I was very excited to try it out. Now a year later I have to say I am very happy with this product. I used it this morning in fact and it took all of the smells off of my hands. It even works on pet smells, you know the smell you get when you have been petting your pet for a while.

I received the brand that you see to the right, but there are many more brands, sizes and shapes that you may like more. They do not cost a lot and so far I am very impressed with mine. Of course you will have to try it for yourself to see if you like it. If you cook a lot this could become your best friend.