cyclonewriter

@cyclonewriter (2168)

United States

Joined myLot 17 years ago

moneysavin.com

Discussions (269)

cyclonewriter's Discussions

What's New? I'll tell you....

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 27 Dec 19

What's new with me? My husband and I had our first Christmas with no exchange of gifts. It was still fabulous and fun. We spent time with family and had great food. We didn't stress over 'finding' something to put under the...

5 responses •

5 people

Living on One Income!

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 30 Nov 19

Sometimes it is hard, but I feel it is worth it! My husband stays home and I go to work. He does a lot to keep the home running and prevent me from having so much stress after work. He also makes a fair amount online doing various...

life

income

spending

7 responses •

7 people

Friends

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 17 Nov 19

I'm finding the older I get, the less I need a lot of friends and instead need good ones. I've had my feelings hurt by several "friends" in the last year and am slowly realizing that it's ok to let them and their stuff go! These...

12 responses •

9 people

Travel Talk: Puerto Rico

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 30 Jul 19

It seems when I travel, my eyes open to so many things. The past 2 weeks, we were on a multiple island Caribbean Cruise. Today, I want to specifically talk about Puerto Rico. Let me begin with, we loved visiting there and...

2 responses •

2 people

Just Returned...

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 28 Jul 19

We returned yesterday from an amazing trip! We visited Puerto Rico, Haiti, St. Maarten/St. Martin, and Bermuda. Wow! We met amazing people both on the cruise and at each port. I think what struck me most was how welcoming people...

5 responses •

4 people

Finally...I Made It!

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 26 Jun 19

My last day of my 22nd year of teaching was today! Whew! This was a long year. We had some good moments and some bad moments, but it was long. I'm ready for the break and by the time summer is over, I'll be ready to return to my...

9 responses •

6 people

Life is hard sometimes...

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 25 May 19

We have had a heck of a few weeks. At night, we sit down and look at each other and think, "Whew! We made it through one more." Between work, illness in the family and other things popping up, out energy is simply zapped! We...

4 responses •

5 people

Please don't...JUST don't!!!!!

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 11 May 19

I never look forward to tomorrow. I go through the motions for my mom and mother-in-law, but I hate it! I wasn't meant to have children! I had uterine cancer very young and had to have a full hysterectomy. I survived and am so...

7 responses •

6 people

About $200 a Month...

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 11 May 19

My husband took some time off to take care of things at home and he wanted to contribute not only by picking up some things at home, but with a little extra funds. He has managed to make about $200 a month online if he is...

15 responses •

14 people

Sunday Plans

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 28 Apr 19

We got up and got the Sunday - around the house- chores done this morning! We both have scheduled massages for this afternoon. We will grab a few groceries and maybe have a quick lunch while out. Later it is Netflix, grilling,...

5 responses •

5 people

I Can't Believe It....

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 27 Apr 19

Woke up this morning after 65 degree weather this week to SNOW! We have had snow here into May before, but not generally after a nice week like this one!! People were out doing yard work and relaxing in the good weather. One...

5 responses •

4 people

Happy Easter Mylot Friends!

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 21 Apr 19

I hope everyone is enjoying the day. Whether you celebrate Easter, Passover, or something completely different, it is a great day to be thankful for what we have and to wish good upon others! We aren't doing too much here. I...

easter

holiday

celebrating

3 responses •

4 people

It's been a great Spring Break!

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 19 Apr 19

We were so in need of a break and this one has been great! We spent a couple days early in the week at a hotel with a pool and hot tub! Last night, we had dinner with friends and today we are getting massages. Then we will spend...

5 responses •

6 people

Date Day

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 13 Apr 19

We had a bit of a date day today to kick off my spring break!! We had breakfast and then went to the movie: Captain Marvel! It was very good! It was better because we had points to cover the entire cost of the movie! After the...

3 responses •

3 people

Finally...We Grilled1

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 11 Apr 19

It was exciting earlier this week when we actually finally were able to grill outside! We had the most beautiful steaks! The weather since then has been terrible again, but for the one fleeting moment, we were able to enjoy a...

10 responses •

10 people

Success!!

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 7 Apr 19

Well, my mom's party was a complete success! She was very surprised and had no idea! Not to mention the turn out was amazing! So many people showed up to celebrate her 70th birthday with us! We had great food, music, lots of...

5 responses •

4 people

Exciting Weekend Ahead (Shhhh...)

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 5 Apr 19

The weekend has arrived!! We've been planning a 70th Birthday Party for my mom for months! It's a surprise!! In a few hours we will decorate our local community center and tomorrow I will get the cake and we will finish up the...

5 responses •

4 people

MyLot Goal for April

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 31 Mar 19

March was a challenging month for us and I did not get to spend much time on Mylot or really anywhere online! However, in April, I'm going to take my start from March and aim for a $10.00 or more payout! I figure it is worth a...

12 responses •

12 people

A Special Find at Aldis

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 31 Mar 19

Well after a few years of only be able to find an item at a single store over 2 hours away, we walked into our local Aldis today and there it was... To say I was thrilled is an understatement. Elli Quark is amazing and pretty...

3 responses •

3 people

Early Easter Celebration

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 31 Mar 19

Some of my family are headed away for the Easter holiday this year, so we celebrated today with some Easter Egg Coloring and a lunch together! Sometimes, you just have to make it work as adults and not try so hard to make it fit...

easter

holiday

celebrating

3 responses •

3 people