Little by little...

I thought I would share some little savings I've discovered lately.

Over the weekend I saved at least $100 on a replacement battery for my iPod. You see, the guys at Apple told me a new battery would run me $100 plus labour plus shipping and handling. I decided it wasn't worth it and have been going without my iPod for the past few months. Then I found a battery at Future Shop on the weekend for just $40. The package suggests you have a professional install the battery but it also comes with a step-by-step video. My boyfriend did it for me (because I was having trouble opening the thing up). In just half-an-hour my iPod had new life. It was a little tricky, and I knew I was running the risk of totally ruining my iPod, but it wasn't much use without a battery. Now I don't have to consider replacing the whole iPod (which is what the guy in the store suggested!).

I also discovered my running club has two free runs a week. Anyone can join without paying the $70 I paid for the clinic. As soon as this clinic is over, I'm going the free route. To find out about clinics near you click on www.runningroom.com

One other small savings I made today: I refilled my water bottle twice instead of buying another bottle. That's at least $2.

I also made it through the day without my specialty tea fix with only a slight headache (I'm sure it is a sign of withdrawal). A coworker and I have decided to take a walk on our break to get out of the building. A walk that doesn't end at a cash register!