TAX & BUDGET TIPS by A. C. Jack

TAX SEASON IS HERE....!
By- A. Jack, MD

Here are a few reminders to get you better
prepared (this is a 5-7 day-preparation process- the saving process is
not included).

1.Taxpayers start getting your tax deductible vouchers and receipts in
order according to category ( 1-2 days).

2.Call your mortgage company to see if your statement is available
online prior to 31 January(15-30 min on the phone).

3.If you are a tither at church ask your head Deacon when your financial statements will be available; do you need to pick it up or will it be mailed (this is 15 minutes after Sunday service).

4.Research (2-3 day process)how you would like to have your taxes
prepared.
*Local FREE services are usually available in the
community-usually for those with a limited income ($30K or less).
*Check Staples, Office Depot, or purchase them online download
to your PC (Turbo Tax, TaxCut and TaxACT).
*Do-it Yourself Income Tax Preparation Services Online(Complete
Tax, H&R Block, Rapid Tax & The Masters Tax Service)

5.Get you tax forms online at www.irs.gov if you are doing them by hand
(1 day- if you do not have access to a computer go to your local library
with $3 in change to use the printer- Cost is usually about $.15 to .30
cents a page).

6.Put some cash aside to purchase from the store and for those of you
that got rid of the credit card (CC)this year you can use paypal (many
online purchases depots use paypal-they can deduct funds right from your
checking account).

NOTE: If putting aside cash is a problem for the next two weeks (one pay
period)do this two or all of the saving options below...

1. bring a lunch at work...savings $50-80 dollars
2. brew your own coffee at home or bring in your own tea bags
sugar, etc....($10-20 dollars)
3. do not purchase a soda...savings $10-15 dollars

This will save you $115 max or $70 minimum. This is just an estimate of
your possible savings.

If you start now you should be good to go by 20 January 2010.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT~
Ms. Jack at 301 675-8706
between 6-7:30pm Mon-Thur only

Majestique Recipe! SALT FREE SEASONING!

Holidays are HERE! I thought this would be a good time to post of my favorite blends.... SALT FREE SEASONING!!! With health concerns such as Diabetes and High Blood Pressure... I find this recipe "refreshing"!

Salt Free Seasoning Blend
2 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
1 Tablespoon Crushed dried parsley
2 teaspoons crushed dried Basil
2 teaspoons crushed dried Thyme
1 teaspoon Onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground white powder
1/2 teaspoon ground Mace
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes

In small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients: stir until well mixed Transfer mixture to seaoning shaker. Makes about 6 tablespoons.
Use to season meats & veggies!

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I LOVE BOO... Just in Time for HALLOWEEN!!!!

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I LOVE BOO ... Just in time for Halloween!!!

TOSS IT! ~Majestiquely CLEAN! Obtaining “NEW” energy!

Let’s face it… we live in an extremely fast paced world… some call it a “microwave society”. We don’t always get to follow through on the little things that clear the way for good energy and relaxation! So… I’ve compiled a list of a few QUICK tasks that will help clear your environment and in the process rejuvenate your space and energy!!! I’ve tried them and I must say it works!

1- Clear ALL clutter and junk from your home. This is hard for pack rats!!! BUT… simple rule, if you haven’t used it by the time you found it again… then you won’t need it anytime soon. Toss it! Don’t fool yourself by saying.. “oh, I can sell this on Ebay”. NOT gonna happen. Most of the time if you’re a pack rat, then you’re a procrastinator also. TOSS IT! This goes for your cars, purses, pockets, etc. (no gum wrappers, receipts, loose business cards or flyers) The entry way to your home, under your bed and behind your doors should be free of clutter.
2- Get rid of unwanted gifts and presents. YES, it’s alright to toss those too. I admit I feel bad about throwing out gifts, but if you’re not using them, and they are taking up space, TOSS IT! Besides, your close family and friends know what you like, and will be around to see you enjoy it.
3- ONLY keep photos that remind you of GOOD THINGS & TIMES!!! Toss (or burn) old photos of ex’s, old friends whom with your not so friendly anymore or anything else that brings bad energy or memories! TOSS IT! Put loose photographs in frames, photo albums or a photo box or… do what I do.. use them as postcards!
4- RESOLVE OLD ISSUES! Get rid of flakey friends, lovers and all people who do not have your best interest at heart. This can be hard.. but boy oh boy is it liberating and it feels GREAT! Get rid of old bills… keeping the current one so you can PAY IT! Read your mail OVER your trash can and eliminate junk mail.
5- PRAY & Meditate daily!!! A lot of us “hit the ground running”… and we don’t carve out that time to connect with God. Although we all should be walking in prayer constantly many of us fall short.. BUT.. it will help if you begin starting your day with a period of prayer and meditation. I do this as soon as I open my eyes. It’s a beautiful way to start your day… and a beautiful way to end the day.

Now, don’t try to get this all done in one day… it way take a few weekends to achieve, but once you start to purge and clean your environment, you will notice a different energy surrounding you and your family. Life will not seem as “hurried” and you will ultimately feel more relaxed in your castle. Blessings!!!

by. C. Little~ Majestique Events & Gifts, Inc. 2000

Majestique's July Scent of the Month!!!

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Majestiquely Clean!!!- Clean your microwave with Lemons!!!

Majestique Cleaning~ Cleaning your Microwave with a Lemon!!!!

As busy Ladies.. And Gents... we may not always have the time to sit and scrub those nasty splatters of food inside our microwaves!! Here’s a GREAT Natural way to clean you microwave!! It’s not only a GREEN cleaning method... but it’s EASY!! I tried it and was amazed at how easily the microwave wiped cleaned after this method. Dirty microwaves are gross to look at, transfer foul odors to food being cooked inside it, and also harbor bacteria and germs. So here’s a surefire way to get your microwave FRESH and CLEAN with no harmful chemicals or sprays!



Directions~
1. Cut a lemon in four parts.
2. Place Lemon in microwave safe mug.
3. Fill cup with water leaving about ½” space to top and place cup in microwave.
4. Turn on the microwave for 1-2 minutes (adjust time depending on wattage of the microwave- you want the water to create steam on the walls).
5. Let cup sit inside microwave for about 2 minutes.
6. Remove cup and lemons from microwave.
7. Discard the used lemons & lemon water (try placing them in your garbage disposal and running your disposal. This will clean, deodorize and freshen your disposal.
8. Using a damp sponge, finish wiping down all surfaces inside the microwave.
9. Leave the door of the microwave open to allow the inside to air dry.
10. Once dry, replace the glass tray.


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Be sure to light your "FRESH" Hand Poured Scented Majestique Soy Wax Candle after the cleaning is all finished! (on a nearby counter of course!...not inside the microwave)
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