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I have been a teacher since 2004. I have a dream to travel more with my family. This is how!

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Ninja Creami

 Hello Everyone! 

**this post does not explain how to work from home, but is something you can do while working from home! 

Does your family love ice cream? Do you spend a bunch of money on ice cream? Our family loves ice cream! So of course, I became more aware of the Ninja Creami. Have you heard of this gem? I thought I would dig in a little bit and share what I think about the Ninja Creami! 




The Ninja creami is designed to transform the way we prepare food and drinks. It is a multifunctional marvel that combines cutting-edge technology with unrivaled blending capabilities. Here are a few of the features of the amazing Ninja Creami!

The Ninja Creami has a robust motor and of course, being the Ninja brand, a set of ultra-sharp blades, making it capable of effortlessly mixing and chopping almost anything that crosses its path. You are able to use anything from fruits and vegetables to ice and nuts. The Ninja Creami will break down ingredients with precision and speed, resulting in smooth and silky textures. With multiple speed settings (7 or 11), and pre-programmed functions, this blender offers you control over your creations. 

       
    

One of the best features of the Ninja Creami is that is versatile. Equipped with blending ups, containers and accessories, you are able to enjoy your creations easily. You can make anything from a nutrient-packed smoothie, a creamy soup, grind coffee beans or even make homemade nut butter! The Ninja Cremi comes with many attachments, such as the dough blade and whist, which will extend its functionality further  by allowing you to prepare doughs, batters,  and even whipped creams effortlessly. 

Is the Ninja Creami durable? Reviews and statements being made by people are saying that the Ninja is built to last. It is made from high-quality materials that make it durable and that are able to withstand heavy daily use. It has an easy-to-clean design which we all love to hear!

In conclusion, the Ninja Creami is a game-changer. It has power, versatility and features that make it a must-have for anyone that is passionate about cooking- even if it is just ice-cream! The Ninja Creami is able to tackle various tasks and can simplify food preparation and will even elevate the quality of your creation. I am going to be working hard to be able to purchase this gem! I have not met one person who does not enjoy theirs, it only makes me more jealous!

 Do you want to get yours?  Ninja Creami through the link here:  

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Sunday, June 18, 2023

Let's Talk Etsy

Want a sample of what I am creating? Keep reading!

My first thought of a job to do from home- Let's talk Etsy.  Have you heard of Etsy? Who has not? I am pretty sure so many of you have heard of Etsy, shopped on Etsy, or bought something from Etsy. Etsy is something I like to browse through, similar to Pinterest, but I can actually buy the product and I love it! Plus, going through Etsy, you are supporting small shops or someone with a small dream of earning extra money (enter my smile here)! 

My Etsy Shop- JFY Designs

Now, I have played with a few things on Etsy for a few years, and decided, now is the time to take the plunge and see what happens. Knowing how Etsy works, I know that this will take me a few months to really get a good idea of how everything works. But, I also know my personality and I don't like to fail and I like things to work quickly and easily. This can cause some extra stress, right? How am I going to handle this? How would you handle this? One way I have approached this is positive self talk. When I thought about positive self talk, I thought, Hey I have a whole board on Pinterest for quotes I love, like and live by. Could I possibly use this for my Etsy shop? And, that is how I started. 

Many tools that I have used to start this adventure is YouTube and the very honest TikTok (HA). I have found so many sites that has helped guide me to get started, but honestly have also made me more overwhelmed. I have had to take baby steps and not try to tackle the whole thing at one time. I have made a list and I am slowly making my way through the list until (hopefully) this all starts rolling. 

I started making a few different prints and AI art prints to have available in my shop. I seem to be getting views, but no purchases, yet. I also get a ton of messages about helping me with marketing. I am thankful for some that are reaching out, but like I said this is a side hobby I am trying to build. I don't want to dump a ton of money right now, when the goal is to make money. Will I have to eventually? Most likely! 

In conclusion, I am trying to build this adventure. I am trying to enjoy this adventure and not just turn to teaching materials like I am good at making.  I need to think and reach outside of the box. I need to be brave and take a risk. I see many people making an Etsy shop a great side job. They are making money and doing well. This could be a great option for you if you are wanting to try something from home and you have a great idea! So, give it a chance, research and see if Etsy could be right for you! 

Want to see one what I have been working on? Check out my store - JFY Designs

Want a free download? Click the link below.

1. First click on the image or the link.

2. The image or link will open a JPEG with the design. 

Final thoughts: I made this an 8x10 so that it would be easy to print at home or a quick easy one to send to your favorite store to be printed. Please let me know what you think! Enjoy!   




Friday, June 16, 2023

The Adventure Begins

 Well, the adventure begins. If you know me, you know I love numbers. Naturally, that means I love money. I am always looking for ways to make some extra money on the side for fun. Why?  I make decent money, my husband makes decent money, but I always find that we have enough for what I have made a budget for. I want that extra money for extra trips, a fun activity, or to pay for soccer and dance. When I look at the big picture, I feel like I make decent money, but I am a teacher. Need I say more? I know that if I broke down my yearly salary with what work I do, I am probably making pennies. So, I find myself looking for extra money all of the time. 

Let's start from the beginning. I started teaching 18 years ago....18! I love my job, I really do. However, I have found over the last 18 years, that teaching has become more and more difficult, especially since 2021. So about 7 years ago, I started teaching online teaching English to kids over in China. After all, teaching is what I know. I have always wanted to be a teacher. I put my heart into teaching. I put so much of my life into my teaching. But, I love it. In the middle of this teaching side job, we decided to move and build a home. Teaching in the early mornings became more difficult. I am not a morning person at all, but I was doing it. Long story short, after we moved into our new home in 2019, China decided they didn't want out of country teachers teaching their children. There are many other reasons for China's decision as well, but that is a whole other story. Well, there went that side money. 

Since Covid, we are all aware the money doesn't grow on trees! Prices have gone up and let's face it....I am getting old. Our kids are growing up and that means a little (lot) more money being put towards their soccer and dance. When they get older, we might feel like we hit the jackpot. I am tired of wishing for extra money to do a few of the extreme things we want to enjoy. So, here I am again, trying to find extra money. 

Let's talk about what I have done so far. I have researched! Since I am a teacher, that basically means I am in counseling to talk about many things my job comes with. I am finding that my one main hobby is TEACHING. And teaching, is taking a toll on me. During Covid, I could sleep and I was so easy going, but since I returned, I saw that teaching was really affecting my life.  I needed to find something away from teaching and to enjoy for me. 

I decided through my research and the love I have for making digital products, why not start an Etsy shop? This is where I am right now. Researching and trying my hand at an Etsy Shop. Am I going to become rich? Well, I joke I will. I will be happy with an extra $500 a month really, that's all I want. Through my research I have found that I wanted something I can do on my own, on my own time- enter Etsy Shop here. I have found many different opportunities during my research to bring in some extra money, that I have so many different ideas. Besides my Etsy Shop, I decided I am going to blog about some of the jobs I have found and what happens with them, when I try them. I have come across some really amazing routes to earn some extra income. But, I do know that doing this on my own, it is going to be some time before money comes in and it is going to take some work.  

So, the adventure begins. I wanted to share what products have helped me! This blog will guide you into some opportunities that you might be interested in trying. It may not be the Etsy Shop, but it could be little things like transcribing, reading books, writing books, etc. Through the blog, I will share how my Etsy Shop is doing and how it is going (it will make me be more patient and stick with it). I hope you enjoy what I bring to you and ask questions or give me extra things to think about during this adventure. Who knows, this might actually lead me to do more with my teaching sites and other ideas!