tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post8930861634100410607..comments2024-03-29T03:24:32.682-04:00Comments on TBMD: Shopping & FinancesChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-53459840169420849992013-04-02T04:15:16.776-04:002013-04-02T04:15:16.776-04:00Hi Lina, This is a suggestion: If you can afford i...Hi Lina, This is a suggestion: If you can afford it, you might want to look into volunteering a couple of hours a week in your chosen field. Three ladies in my department volunteered & later were hired as Program Directors.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-17014438128475103622013-03-23T03:58:54.878-04:002013-03-23T03:58:54.878-04:00Aw, thank you! You're so sweet :)Aw, thank you! You're so sweet :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-37472784538723796622013-03-23T00:05:04.425-04:002013-03-23T00:05:04.425-04:00D'oh! You're right, the thought didn't...D'oh! You're right, the thought didn't even occur to me. My head's been buried in code much too long! At least I didn't use <> haha. Thanks, Justine.Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-70587008792755529132013-03-22T21:10:49.005-04:002013-03-22T21:10:49.005-04:00As an aside, I chuckled at your use of !=. I don&#...As an aside, I chuckled at your use of !=. I don't think the average person knows that means ! means "not."Justinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10521931350498436953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-346368781343801772013-03-22T17:35:32.814-04:002013-03-22T17:35:32.814-04:00Hi Tiffany! Lurk away ;) Ahh, house hunting... it ...Hi Tiffany! Lurk away ;) Ahh, house hunting... it really is a roller coaster ride, but definitely one that's worth it if you're thinking of settling down in one area long-term. Best of luck to you! And congrats on your engagement and upcoming wedding!Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-66373071987188355842013-03-22T15:36:18.177-04:002013-03-22T15:36:18.177-04:00been following for awhile but was always lurking :...been following for awhile but was always lurking :P my fiance and i are looking into houses now (unless we move to SF, in which case rent there is equivalent to paying for a mortgage anywhere else, ugh)and so this post was close to my heart. thank you for sharing the decision making process and detailed breakdown behind how you handle your finances. <3Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-37603810046555088612013-03-22T12:07:48.914-04:002013-03-22T12:07:48.914-04:00Great post!! CarrieGreat post!! CarrieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-59580158042190013222013-03-22T10:30:18.665-04:002013-03-22T10:30:18.665-04:00Thanks, Jean! I'm all rambled out for now :)
...Thanks, Jean! I'm all rambled out for now :)<br /><br />Your charting experience brings a smile to my face, which my nerdy side can really appreciate. My MIL dabbles in the stock market, but not that well according to DH. I keep telling him that she should've bought Chanels instead, keep them in her closet, and would be making a killing if she sold them now. Of course, hindsight is 20/20.Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-11167500982870528902013-03-22T01:03:53.410-04:002013-03-22T01:03:53.410-04:00I've been loving both "ramblings" po...I've been loving both "ramblings" posts this month, Cee! This topic is close to my heart and I really enjoyed reading your perspective behind your shopping and styling. Kelly also brings up a funny memory of mine about Chanel and your bullet # 3 - in my former blog, I actually remember charting an analysis about the return from re-selling certain designer handbags, versus major stock index returns during the lows of 2009. As my stocks plunged, I "invested" in a pre-owned Chanel bag which is now going used for about 4x the price. But of course there's no letting go of it now!Jeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12216324874406973211noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-85666937727420381712013-03-21T22:41:22.072-04:002013-03-21T22:41:22.072-04:00Thank you, Kat!Thank you, Kat!Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-74702404569582324222013-03-21T22:41:04.086-04:002013-03-21T22:41:04.086-04:00Thank you Helen for your kind words. Sometimes I w...Thank you Helen for your kind words. Sometimes I wonder if I come off as a braggart if I talk about the good things in my life, or if I'm trying to gain sympathy if I talk about the bad. I'm still trying to find a good balance, but I'm glad you can see that I'm trying to be myself, albeit on the blunt side :)Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-79223706650112554682013-03-21T22:36:57.425-04:002013-03-21T22:36:57.425-04:00But Kelly, you can't sell your red Chanel flap...But Kelly, you can't sell your red Chanel flap! The red's gorgeous. I bought my black flap for $2700 a few years back and I believe it's now up to $4400+tax, so I can probably make a profit if I sell too. It's not going to happen though because I'd kick myself if I ever have to re-buy.Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-76056281218731062222013-03-21T04:06:45.532-04:002013-03-21T04:06:45.532-04:00Great post :) I do like your style and can tell th...Great post :) I do like your style and can tell that you are a smart stylish shopper :) Great insight to how you spend :) <br /><br />katattack2000.wordpress.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-57661140369146344982013-03-21T01:24:02.085-04:002013-03-21T01:24:02.085-04:00I appreciate your honesty and it is why I read (in...I appreciate your honesty and it is why I read (instead of just look at pictures) your blog. There is something very genuine about you that set you apart from other fashion bloggers! Thank you for taking the time to do this for us. You are awesome!Helenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17657991659502831755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-42783540787922674862013-03-20T23:12:36.960-04:002013-03-20T23:12:36.960-04:00Cee, thank you so much for replying. I do apprecit...Cee, thank you so much for replying. I do apprecite your insights and tips. <br /><br />I'll be sure to keep you updated, hopefully in the near future. <br /><br />Thanks again,<br /><br />LinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-4342797417677348052013-03-20T22:58:36.310-04:002013-03-20T22:58:36.310-04:00Very nice post Cee! Agree with a lot of your appro...Very nice post Cee! Agree with a lot of your approaches. I've also seen a trend with myself as far as buying less, but settling for smaller discounts and/or paying full price. I think it has to do with a growing confidence in knowing my style and taste, coupled with a decent closet foundation which leaves room to buy "statement" things there and there, but who knows. <br /><br />And there is only one thing I own that has actually appreciated in value...that crazy red Chanel flap! I've seen those things go for nearly twice what I paid for it a few years ago! Apparently you can invest in colored Chanel bags...who knew?Alterations Neededhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17555124576937762228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-33424538393580782982013-03-20T22:19:55.827-04:002013-03-20T22:19:55.827-04:00Thank you for your kind words <3Thank you for your kind words <3Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-15453796293477486412013-03-20T22:18:09.420-04:002013-03-20T22:18:09.420-04:00I'm glad you enjoyed this post. I don't cu...I'm glad you enjoyed this post. I don't currently have any more posts similar to this in mind, but I'll be sure to do some self-reflecting and pick my brain :)Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-17583231933258180372013-03-20T22:14:32.524-04:002013-03-20T22:14:32.524-04:00Thank you Jillian for sharing bits about yourself!...Thank you Jillian for sharing bits about yourself! Casual clothes can already be pricey, so I can imagine the daunting task of a professional wardrobe on a budget. I think your journey would be an interesting and fun read because while there are many design blogs out there, it'd be different to get a glimpse into the wardrobe of an interior designer.Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-46376184747976028022013-03-20T22:09:43.625-04:002013-03-20T22:09:43.625-04:00Here I was, all proud of myself for not wanting al...Here I was, all proud of myself for not wanting all nice things in my life and you have to bring up good sunglasses. Jk. I really appreciate your comment and experience. I don't spend much time outdoors and have only made sure the ones I buy block out UV rays. Off to do some research soon!Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-4778125951908918042013-03-20T22:05:41.278-04:002013-03-20T22:05:41.278-04:00Lauren, for some reason your blog's blocked at...Lauren, for some reason your blog's blocked at my work, so I don't get to visit as often as I'd like =/ But I'm really looking forward to your future post.<br /><br />Now you're just making me look bad because I didn't debate nowhere near as long before purchasing my WOC ;)Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-86191516705723154462013-03-20T21:56:12.619-04:002013-03-20T21:56:12.619-04:00Hey there, thanks for taking the time to comment. ...Hey there, thanks for taking the time to comment. I think most of the big bloggers make a ton of money through affiliate links/ads, have high-paying careers, come from wealthy backgrounds... or perhaps a combination of the above. Of course, there are probably some that are in debt. I'd love to know too (darn my nosiness), but can only speculate.<br /><br />You make me sound so wise, but really I'm not, haha. I may finally be maturing (gasp) and so part of that process is reflecting on past experiences and learning to improve from there. I'm glad you found this post helpful though :)Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-64921351058549284122013-03-20T21:44:26.521-04:002013-03-20T21:44:26.521-04:00Hey Lina! I'm sorry to hear that you're ha...Hey Lina! I'm sorry to hear that you're having a tough time finding a job. No matter what news outlets say, I still don't think the economy's in great shape, so know that you're not alone. I'm not sure I'm qualified to give job hunting advice in my own industry, let alone others that I don't know well. Some general tips off the top of my head... I'd say polish up your resume and have others read it to give you feedback. Can you ask friends/coworkers/acquanitances to see if there are any openings at their workplace? Some employers are much more likely to hire a "known" person rather than a stranger. I would also browse meetup or professional websites to see if there are any networking events that you can go to to meet more people. Also think about what kind of marketable skills you have that may not even relate to your degree and see if you could broaden the scope of your job hunt. I'm of the belief that most people don't work at their dream job, so it's okay to "settle." Once you find a job, you can explore the possibility of pursuing your passion then.<br /><br />Thank YOU for being honest. I've also felt envious of others, whether it's material things, relationships, careers, etc. It's so easy to compare ourselves to people who we perceive is doing "better," but keep in mind that we don't know all the details. Someone could be having a great career, but it may be at the sacrifice of another part of their life. I think it's fine to want nice things because it'll give you a goal to work towards. Work hard, focus on one aspect of your life at a time (career), and I'm sure you'll be on your way in no time. Do keep me updated :)Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-38763599930679760102013-03-20T21:27:21.882-04:002013-03-20T21:27:21.882-04:00I think you set a great example for young women ev...I think you set a great example for young women everywhere! The blogosphere as a whole can promote a highly consumeristic and materialistic mentality to impressionable young fashionistas (glad that the hidden advertising agenda has gotten some press lately), but you are an exception to the rule ;-)Petite-ishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15516879816898630216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-710964387493427621.post-55177485924548272552013-03-20T21:23:07.424-04:002013-03-20T21:23:07.424-04:00Glad I'm not the only nosy one ;) I blame it o...Glad I'm not the only nosy one ;) I blame it on my curious nature, haha. <br /><br />Re buyer's regret: Oh man, I've certainly experienced that. I can happily say the feeling doesn't occur as often as it used to, so I am learning!Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183749125846812753noreply@blogger.com