I got my hair cut and colored a few days ago. I haven’t done that forever. I actually just went in to get a cut, and the sweet girl looked at my hair and side, “um….when was the last time you colored your hair, it needs it.” I knew it needed it, but not that bad. …
The Entitlement Trap
Do you pay your kids allowances? Do your kids ever ask for things over and over in the store and you just keep saying “NO”? Do your kids take good care of the things you buy for them? Do your kids have responsibilities each day to accomplish? Do your kids feel like they are entitled…
Financial Planning 101
How are all your goals going so far this year? Especially those financial goals to stay on budget and be on track for anything you are saving for? I am a little obsessed with the subject, but I really want to learn more. Here are some post I have written in the past on financial…
How to Host An Inexpensive Birthday Party!
It has been busy at our house with dedicating a whole day to my little girl yesterday, and then having her party this morning. Yesterday was her birthday and she wanted to have it just be a family day. Then this morning we had 10 girls and 3 boys over for a barnyard style birthday…
Clothing our Children Not Decorating Them – Becoming a Bargain Shopper
This morning I headed over to the outlets in our area to rent a wet suit. This gorgeous tight fitting masterpiece that is supposed to help keep me afloat while I attempt to swim a 1/2 a mile in lake with little fishes that might try to bite my toes. Oh just thinking about it…
Saving Money for Summer Vacations!
I am all about summer vacations, but I am also all about saving money for summer vacations, and not just using our credit cards. This last year we have been teaching our kids to save money along with us. A couple of years ago I made a cute jar {mason jar} with stickers on it…
Live Your Life for Half the Price!
I recently read this book Live Your Life for half the Price and LOVED it. There are so many great ideas to help with finances and budgeting. Here are some things I got from the book! Live Your Life for Half the Price 1-Live by Faith · Only the Lord knows the future, but we…