Charlotte, NC

With all the talk goin’ on about the shape of the economy, folks around the nation (and ourarea) are turnin’ more and more to some very unique and innovative ways of handling the cash/job shortage.

Or … so they think!

Already, I’m hearin’ from people in Harrisburg, Pineville, Davidson and right here in town talkin’ about goin’ into business for themselves, doing service work (such as: repairing or detailing cars, doin’ handyman work, housekeeping or even becoming plumbers!).
Some … no, make that many … are starting vegetable gardens; whether they’re yard-size, like my daddy had, or just small planters in apartments, these are planted in hopes of deflecting the rising costs of food. Besides, “home-grown” is always better than the “canned” stuff, right?

Fortunately, Charlotte’s recycling plan is showing benefits during this crunch — but folks are going beyond that and learning how to re-use quite a few plastics, metals and other items we once took for granted.

We’re also learning the value of car-pooling, taking the CATS buses and light rail, and even just “hot-footin’ it” to wherever we need to go (I personally put in about seven to ten miles every day that way)!

But, y’know what? If we look back … say, fifty, sixty years ago … what were we doin’ then? Yep … the very same THING! And not only did we survive and bode well during those times, but we also were healthier, happier … and became stronger as a community!

These tough times aren’t gonna last forever … but the benefits that we derive from “tightening our belts” can stick with us for a lifetime!

WORD FROM LAS VEGAS …

Oh … forgot to tell ya: Got an email from the Stephens’ (remember? They were movin’ out to Nevada?). Well, they finally made it into Las Vegas, and they decided to check out the town by reserving a hotel that was close to the action. Besides, they had to wait a coupla days for their furniture and other stuff to arrive.

Anyway, they were totally confused about which one to take — until they found the site I’m gonna introduce you to in a moment. Not only does it have all the fab hotels in and around the sleepless city, but it’ll also give ya maps, where the pools are, tips to enjoy your vacation, and more!
Now, I’m not gonna tell ya which one they settled on, but I will say that, for anybody who’s going to Vegas for vacation, or as a stopover on a business trip or whatever reason, you’ll find this site invaluable! From choices (and, man, do you ever have quality choices!) to amenities, helpful tips to amazingly affordable prices, you’ll find it all when you book a las vegas hotel through these folks.
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