Indian Time - A Voice from the Eastern Door

Summer is here and while most people will head to the river, beach or island, some like the sights, sounds and bustle of the big city, and you can’t get any bigger than New York City. Sure we can run...

I ran into my niece at the post office, she was driving her small, used and rusting car. She was so excited about being accepted at a local university and looking forward to starting classes in the...

Summer is here and after our long winter – we all want to be OUTSIDE! With the rising numbers of people getting skin cancer it is better to take precautions than end up with potentially harmful sunbur...

I am sure every has heard the expression once, if not a hundred times, “it was a long and cold winter”. With truth to every bit of that expression we can finally start enjoying warm weather act...

I’ve written a few articles on saving money while on vacation and here are a few more ideas. With that said, going on vacation doesn’t have to break your bank or blow your budget for months to com...

There are many things that can be passed down from generation to generation. Some things are great and others not so; your height, weight, the color of your eyes, an inheritance, and lesser known...

There are some things to take into consideration before you spend the money from the Tax Class Action Suit. For one, this money is extra money, it is money you never expected to get, didn’t really w...

5. Musical Equipment Things like amps, guitars, and recording equipment can run into the hundreds and even thousands brand-new. A decent microphone alone can go for several hundred. Any musician tryin...

A couple of weeks ago, I gave you a list of things you should not buy used. Well this week, here is your list of things you should buy “Used”! 10. Clothes It’s utter insanity to buy clothes modeled on...

By Kaniethonkie Everyone knows a good deal when they see one, but how about waiting for a good deal? January and February are noted for certain things that go on sale and this year is no different....

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and by the time this is published, guys and gals – you’ll have 8 days to come up with a gift that has meaning and shows you care. Buying a diamond (or diamo...

2. Swimsuits Buying a swimsuit is about as much fun and demoralizing as buying jeans. So without trying on a hundred of them I can’t imagine wearing someone else’s swimsuit. Think about it - swimsuit...

By Kaniethonkie 2014 is here! And with the New Year you get a fresh start on everything; your health and weight, your home, and your budget. One way of keeping within your budget – “Is it better to...

Continued from last week 11. Personalized Calendars. You can buy calendar blanks or use a template from a program; add pictures of things or people meaningful to the recipient; add in important dates...

Are you running out of ideas or just tired of the craziness of shopping for gifts they won’t use or remember. Here is a list of ideas for gifts that could become cherished forever, at least make s...

Each November, businesses across North America encourage locals to shop small. It’s a way of bringing in locals (and visitors) to shop in their own hometown, in shops run by your neighbor, your cousin...

We’ve all been living here for many years now and let’s face it - we live in a climate with cold temperature for at least six months of the year. And we all know the dangers of driving an unsafe veh...

By Kaniethonkie Looking for a good deal on school clothes? There is always the Big Box Stores; Wal-Mart, Target, JCP, Sears and more. Then there are the “it” stores; J Crew, Aeropostale, Abercrombie a...

Let’s face it, it’s the end of July, we are hearing advertisements for the Franklin County Fair, the Sate Fair and more. Summer is coming to an end and school is just waiting to start all over aga...

By Kaniethonkie We are all for making things easier, finding things less expensive or just finding things quickly. Here are some apps for iPhone users that make things just a bit more organized, save...

By Kaniethonkie When it comes to saving you don’t need money to begin, and summer is the best time of year to get ahead on your savings or to finally start saving money. Some lists for saving money t...

There are many ways to combat mosquitoes, but if you are worried about the chemicals you’re putting on your skin or on the super sensitive skin of your child, here are eight ways to rid yourself a...

Herbs and spices are an easy way to liven up all your meals, but did you know they have many other uses as well? By giving your herbs and spices double duty you are expanding their practical use by...

1. Hiking. The Adirondacks right next door to Akwesasne provides a range of trails from the novice to the experienced hiker to explore. Decide on a trail that matches your ability and time, wear good...

Whether you are just starting out or a mature consumer, credit cards are a staple of the economy and probably play an important part in your life. Young or old, any consumer can learn a few basics to...