Fall 2015 Update

Hi Everyone,

Thank you for so much for reading the "Frugal and Fierce" blog. For the time being, I have decided to postpone new posts.  I have a lot going on and have decided to cut some things back. As much as I would love to, I realized you cant do it all or you go crazy trying  : ).   

In the meantime, please browse the site and read some of my previous blog posts with some great info on how to live a life of style and class and be fit without spending much cash.  

Sincerely,

Mrs. SC

XOXOXO!!  

The "Two" Do List

In our head, on post it notes, on our phones, on random sheets of paper, just a few places where you may find our To-Do Lists.  It inevitable, it cant be avoided, we will always have something to do in the future, how To-Do Lists are born.  Often times, we need to prioritize the things that we want to get done, some things now, some later.  It feels so good to actually check something off of your list, done, completed.  

About a year ago, I started brainstorming, doing little trial and error experiments in an attempt to not be overwhelmed with everything I had “to-do”.  I found it be extremely beneficial, productive and less stressful to have TWO, yes two To-Do Lists. The first list will be those immediate things that you want to complete, based on your load, this can be a daily list or weekly list.  Date it and put everything that you want to finish that day/week. Make sure that it is realistic and can fit within your current typical day/week. Here is an example of my First list:

To-Do Week of 6-7-15

Add slogan under Blog Header

Create listings for Ebay Items

Order Business Cards

Call to make Doctor’s appointment

Verify Blog URL for Pinterest

If you are unable to complete something on your list, you keep it on the list and it will become a part of your next day/week list.  

The second list will be those things that you still would like to complete but dont need to be done right away, typically those things that you would like to complete within the next month or so.

Here is an example of my Second List:

To-Do Non-Urgent

Create Memory Book for Wedding photos

Clean out Filing Cabinet

Move and store outgrown 12month baby clothes

Research professional cameras

Make list of books I have enjoyed reading

Sometimes it helps to have specific lists as well.  Most often, these are projects or new endeavors.  For example, I also have a To-Do: Blog list, these are things centered around my blog that I would like to complete but are not necessarily a priority at the moment.  

For the past year, I have found that by using two or more, to-do lists, I have been more productive, less stressed and more organized.  Whether you use your phone/device, calendar or good old fashioned pen and paper try creating two or more lists of things you need to get done for improved time management and organization.    

Thanks for Reading!

Beauty Supply Store Surprises

As I seldom get my hair and nails done professionally, I am a frequent beauty supply store shopper.  I dont mean Sallys Beauty Supply or any other large chains, just your locally owned beauty supply store, in which you can typically find one or several in EVERY city or town.

My favorite at the moment is a local beauty supply store in Greenville, SC called Beauty & Beauty their customer service is impeccable and they offer an invitation to their frequent shopper discount club just by giving your name and phone number.  Club members get 5% off of every purchase, it may not seem like much but it does make a difference at checkout.  

Just about every time I visit a beauty supply store, I am surprised by something that I see. From my frequent trips to beauty supply stores, I have found that they always have what I am looking for, items are a better bargain and they stay updated including the latest hair and beauty trends.

Here are some items in which you may not know that most Beauty Supply Stores carry. Beauty Supply Stores will be referred to hereafter as BSS.  

Kids Hair Bows- clips, bows, barrettes, the whole nine, most are only .99!  

Makeup- I love to buy makeup from BSS, they have unique brands, colors, trends, everything for a fraction of what you will normally pay

Vitamins/Supplements- Vitamins and supplements benefiting the hair, skin and nails 

Accessories- Scarves, Belts, Stockings, Sunglasses 

Nail supplies- from polish to cuticle nippers you can find just about anything for the nails  

Clothing and Shoes-several of the BSS I have visited have clothing and shoes mostly being the latest trends

Hair, Skin and Nail Treatments- for any hair, skin and nail issues such as thinning hair, skin discolorations and nail fungus

Hair Styling Equipment- A vast selection of Flat Irons, Hair Dryers, Clippers, etc. 

Jewelry- Earrings, Bracelets, Necklaces, Rings, the latest trends with “blow your mind” prices

Clearance Sections- I had to do a double-take the first time I saw a Clearance section at a BSS. For most, you have to really look as they wont always be at eye level or they may be in the back of the store, in a corner, etc so you may have to do some bending and stretching but its worth it.  

For you next hair or beauty need, I challenge you to visit your local beauty supply store, check to see if they have a discount club or something similar and see what surprises you may find.  

Thanks for reading!