Oh, I wish I were an organized person! Peter Walsh asks in his book, “What is clutter costing you?” He thinks in terms of space, peace and relationships but after this week’s decluttering experience, I’m considering the monetary costs. I have shared several ways …read more
The Hidden Cost of Disorganization
July 23, 2016 at 6:30 pm
5 Pet Care Tips from an Animal Rescue
April 9, 2016 at 2:07 am
My middle daughter and I have been volunteering at an exotic animal rescue for several months. We have scooped a lot of litter boxes, snuggled many bunnies, discovered the softest animal in the universe, researched animal sounds and meanings, and learned so much about animals, breeds, …read more
Budgeting Your Thanksgiving Dinner
November 10, 2015 at 6:41 pm
Whether you’re hosting the big meal at home or preparing just a few dishes to pitch in with others, Thanksgiving dinner can get a little pricey. There are hostess gifts, decorations, dinnerware and, of course, turkey with all the trimmings.
I’ve been hosting Thanksgiving dinner for several …read more
Last Chance to Pay with Lovin’ at McDonald’s (Giveaway)
February 12, 2015 at 6:34 pm
I was fascinated when I saw the McDonald’s Superbowl commercial introducing their Valentine’s Day Pay with Lovin’ campaign, but it’s been even more fun to see it unfold. Throughout the day, customers at participating McDonald’s are randomly selected to receive their order for free — all it costs …read more
31 Day Budget (Day 31): Examining Your Budget (Again)
January 31, 2015 at 3:23 pm
31 Days to a Better Budget
Examining Your Budget (Again)
Each day of the series offers new tips, ideas and a challenge to start the year with a solid financial plan.
Whew—we made it! After trudging through the budget through the last month, we have made some adjustments, eliminated a few things …read more
31 Day Budget (Day 30): Spending “Bonus” Money
January 31, 2015 at 3:17 am
31 Days to a Better Budget
Spending “Bonus” Money
Each day of the series offers new tips, ideas and a challenge to start the year with a solid financial plan.
When an influx of cash comes in, ;either through a tax refund or bonus, it feels like free money. The urge to …read more
31 Day Budget (Day 27): Increasing Income
January 27, 2015 at 4:25 pm
31 Days to a Better Budget
Increasing Income
Each day of the series offers new tips, ideas and a challenge to start the year with a solid financial plan.
For the last several weeks, we’ve organized our budget and shared money saving ideas to help lower it. However, there’s another part to …read more
31 Day Budget (Day 26): Managing Finances Together
January 26, 2015 at 2:14 pm
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31 Day Budget (Day 24): Applying Rebates to Your Budget
January 24, 2015 at 4:42 pm
31 Days to a Better Budget
Applying Rebates to Your Budget
Each day of the series offers new tips, ideas and a challenge to start the year with a solid financial plan.
A few months ago, Kay Lynn from Bucksome Boomer shared great tips on mail-in rebates—free after rebate, …read more
31 Day Budget (Day 24): Applying Rebates to Your Budget
January 24, 2015 at 4:42 pm
31 Days to a Better Budget
Applying Rebates to Your Budget
Each day of the series offers new tips, ideas and a challenge to start the year with a solid financial plan.
A few months ago, Kay Lynn from Bucksome Boomer shared great tips on mail-in rebates—free after rebate, …read more
