I thought I would give this blog one more update, because I know people are still finding and reading it. I just read a few of the comments and they are very enlightening--some of them probably more than the blog itself. If you are considering trying Zaken, it would be well worth your time to read them, especially those on the blog before this one.

But my main reason for wanting to update this blog is that I understand that people looking to work for Zaken (and wanting to make sure it's not a scam) are the ones that visit this site, mostly. Therefore I want to let you know about a work-from-home opportunity that, it my opinion, is much more feasible than Zaken. You can read about it in my other blog, Vibe in the Valley. That blog will be, like this one, an ongoing commentary on my experience in this venture. And as of July 5, I can say that it's working for me--and I failed in many previous attempts at home business, so that's saying something. So if you're looking for a legitimate home business, at least take a look. It might be the answer you are looking for. I would suggest, though, that whether you think the business is right for you, that you go ahead and sign up and order the product to try. You may decide you want to take it whether or not you work the business. I personally don't ever want to be without it again. But go to the Vibe in the Valley blog to read more about it.

Alternately, feel free to check out the recommended links at the left. If you have any questions about any of them, don't hesitate to contact me (through my profile).

Updated 4/21/08.

My sincerest apologies for not updating this blog earlier. I had my baby October 30, 2006 and have been busy ever since.

Here's what happened. With a baby coming, I knew I would not be able to work on the business (and was I ever right!) so I called told them I was going to return it, and then I did. They issued a prompt refund to my husband's credit card--not just for the original price, but also for the shipping. The only part we lost was the $10 for rushing the shipping, but that's okay. We weren't expecting to even get the shipping back!

So my conclusions? I don't really think it's a scam, but it could have been advertised more realistically. I hope those who are really trying out the business will post their results here on this blog under the comments and keep it going.

For those interested in home businesses, other than Zaken, take a look at the links I have to the left of the blog. Now that my baby's a bit older (almost 5 months now), I have a bit of time to look into this kind of thing. I'm experimenting with mystery shopping and also doing a bit of sewing/mending on the side, besides taking care of my baby and my husband. I will be keeping a running list of mystery shopping companies that I believe to be legit (that is, ones that have paid me). As for the sewing, if you live in the Rio Grande Valley area (or are willing to pay shipping), you can contact me at mrs.reynoso@gmail.com if you need sewing done. I have over 10 years of sewing experience. If you have problems getting clothes to fit, I can also make patterns customized to your figure. As of this writing, I am still learning, so my prices are very low. But in a few months I hope to get lots of experience, so in a few years I probably will start charging more, so get me early if you can!

Thank you all for reading and commenting.