I swear I was just celebrating my 29th birthday. My husband threw me a surprise party which we referred to as my “forever 29” birthday […]
Family, Money Matters, Seasonal
“Hold the Mother”- Why traditional debt payoff advice can be detrimental to a mom’s mental health
Picture this: You had a baby 6 months ago. You have been home with a toddler and small baby in the thick of it. Your […]
Seasonal
A Cheap Neighbor Gift Idea, No Baking Required (free printable included)
We all know that feeling when a neighbor stops by with a Christmas gift and you’ve got nothing…. crickets. It’s not that we don’t care […]
Food, Seasonal
6 Cheap Freezer Meals to have Ready in your Freezer this November (or any busy month)
It’s almost November and, if you’re like me, you may already have the holidays on your mind. As a mom the busyness of the season […]
Money Matters, Seasonal
Keeping the Motivation for your Money Goals in the Summer
I don’t know about you but it gets really dang hot where I live in the summer. Triple digits most days from July through the […]
Seasonal
What we spent on Christmas 2021
Another year has come and gone. Anyone else still processing the fact that 2020 happened and we’re already about to head into 2022?! Every year […]
Money Matters, Seasonal
5 Money Lessons I learned in 2020
2020… that was a wild ride wasn’t it? Some people were more effected by the events of 2020 than others, but it’s safe to say […]
Money Matters, Seasonal
What we spent on Christmas this year
Well 2020 sure feels like it was 5 years long and 5 minutes long all at the same time. I can’t believe it’s already Christmas […]
Seasonal
How to Host Thanksgiving Dinner on a Budget
Thanksgiving is my favorite Holiday! I love the traditions, the family time, and, of course, the food! Hosting Thanksgiving can get expensive though, especially if […]
Family, Money Matters, Seasonal
Year in Review- Our Biggest Money Wins and Fails this Year
Are you a “2019 was the best year ever!” person or more of a “don’t let the door hit you on your way out, 2019!” […]