I lugged my city girl butt to the local country agricultural fair this week, and had a blast. Who knew judging chickens, goats, pigs, bulls, and large squash could be so much fun. I chatted with farmers, learned some farming lingo, and enjoyed the sights and sounds a country fair has to offer.
On Chickens
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I did it again. I went and wrecked my wrist. I’ve spent nearly a decade now battling inflammation of the dreaded carpal tunnel. I blame poor posture, bad equipment, and a plethora of hours spent typing at a keyboard. It’s not natural, sitting at a computer all day pressing little keys. If nature had intended [...]
I’ve been farming this week. It’s not sexy, glamorous, or delicious. Actually, getting covered in dirt is kind of sexy and fun…but seriously not delicious. I’m back next week with a bunch of helpful and humorous posts for your reading pleasure.
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Welcome to the 164th Carnival of Personal Finance: City Slickers Edition! If this is your first time visiting Squawkfox, welcome! Check out my best stuff under Top Squawks and be sure to get free Email Updates or free RSS Updates in your reader.
Moving from the city to the country takes some getting used to. Once [...]
I’m getting personal with finance! Next week (August 4th, 2008) I’ll be hosting the grand daddy of all financial carnivals – the Carnival of Personal Finance!
This carnival has traveled to some of the biggest money blogs in the blogosphere, so I’m honored to be hosting the #164th Edition right here on Squawkfox. I’m also kinda [...]
This week has gone by and seriously boggled my brain. MSN Smart Spending featured my article 50 Reasons to Go Green with Reusable Shopping Bags as an Editor’s Pick! So my little blog spent a few days linked to the homepage of MSN Money. I’m still boggled by your comments and email. Thank you!
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I don’t smoke. Smoking is a disgusting, life sucking, and expensive habit. I don’t own a car either. I must admit to having the same disdain for most drivers as I do for smokers. I feel particularly loathsome towards the drivers of larger gas-guzzling trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs).
I recently linked my abhorrence between [...]
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By Kerry K. Taylor
Kerry K. Taylor
is the creator of Squawkfox.com, a journalist, and a two-time Ironman triathlon finisher. She beat $17,000 in debt and saved a six-figure portfolio. Kerry lives on an organic farm in British Columbia with her husband, Carl, and their mutt, Pivo.
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