As we all know, the U.S. is currently suffering the effects of economic downturn. We, the taxpayers, are being brutalized by rampant budget cuts and gross squandering of our tax dollars in Washington. Job security rates are plummeting through the floor while unemployment is in double digits. Many people are unsure of their futures and searching for a way to ensure that their families are provided for.

After witnessing the handover of billions in bailouts, a soaring national debt, and no sign of relief in the near future, Americans are displaying a widespread mistrust of the present government and of Wall Street. People want to know one thing (Okay, maybe 2.): "How can we protect ourselves?" and "Can it be done inexpensively?"

The answer to these questions? Gold.

Shares can be purchased for anywhere between seventy and three hundred dollars per unit and there are many funds to choose from. Check out the New York Stock Exchange's GLD, a gold bullion fund, or MXI, a global reaching materials fund. Either of these funds are a great stepping stone into the gold trading world and sure to make good returns on even the smallest investment.

The History of Apple Pie

You're So Cool

This song is great.

It makes me want cupcakes.

Hear more from these guys here.

Check out these designs from the Dollar ReDe$ign Project.
Although submissions are no longer being accepted, voting doesn't end until Sept. 30.



As mentioned on their Web site, the Project's goal is to "...bring about change for everyone" by "...rebranding the US Dollar, rebuilding financial confidence and reviving our failing economy."

Pretty cool huh?

Good news! My Compadres are coming back to the States!
Super excited to see them and their brand new DIVA!

Check them out here.
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So today wasn't a TOTAL loss...

I got all of my errands done ON TIME!

*AND* On my way home,
I purchased my favorite perfume ON SALE!

JOY!

"...Life has a funny way of sneaking up on you
when you think everything's okay and everything's going right.
And life has a funny way of helping you out when
You think everything's gone wrong and everything blows up in your face..."

Your audacity never ceases to amaze me.

Calling me at 7:00 a.m to tell me you're

"coming over"

What part of the game is that?

Thanks but no thanks.

Blah blah blah...

You're starting to bore me.