My almost 4th grader is seriously speeding through books. This kid has a true love of reading that makes my reading-loving-heart proud! The only problem with this situation is that I can't get to the library fast enough to keep him loaded down with reading material. We only make it to the library every two or three weeks. I'd love for that frequency to increase, but right now, that's where … [Read more...]
Money Monday #45
Welcome to money Monday, where I share my highs and lows from a week of money management. Wise Money Management This week I saved money by participating in the Kids Bowl Free program. I'm always amazed how many families don't know about and participate in this program that offers two free games of bowling to kids all summer long. We really enjoy these evenings as a family. The program … [Read more...]
A Week in The Life: First Week of August, 2018
This week was our last official week of "summer break". As homeschoolers are inclined to do, we slowly ease our way back into the school year over the course of several late-summer weeks. Keeps everyone's brains from exploding. Mostly. Do you see what I see? It's a ghost baby! Halloween came early, and boy was it CUTE! Having a daughter is turning out to be lots of … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Easily Minimize the Cost of Home Renovations
There are many reasons why homeowners decide to renovate their homes. Maybe your family has expanded and you need more room for everyone to feel comfortable. Maybe your needs have changed and you need an adequate accommodation to meet them. Or maybe your house is just old, worn out and in dire need of a facelift. Regardless of what the reason behind your remodeling is, you need to know that this … [Read more...]
Money Monday #44: The Awesomest Rental Car Tip
Welcome to money Monday, where I share my highs and lows from a week of money management. Wise Money Management This week I saved money by purchasing American Express's premium car rental protection. Only $25 and it'll act as my primary insurance if our rental goes ka-boom or gets jacked. Sweet. Mismanagement. Ouch! How does a $200 travel crib sound? Expensive? … [Read more...]
A Week in the Life: 3rd Week of July, 2018
This past week feels like the true start of summer. The only problem? It's a mere two weeks until we start school again. To remedy this perceived problem, I keep telling myself that, in reality, August and September are some of the best months of the year in Southcentral Alaska. Thankfully, I'm telling myself the truth. If you really use your eagle eyes, you can see a couple of … [Read more...]
Four Month Sleep Regression Tips
Last week, during our heat wave - almost 90 degrees! - the newest member of our family fell into the four month sleep regression. Never heard of it? The four month sleep regression is a transition that generally occurs between 3-5 month of age. During this time baby sleep transitions from that "sleep through anything" stage into a more mature sleep cycle. It's no secret that I'm … [Read more...]
Money Monday #43: Laptop Revival
Welcome to money Monday, where I share my highs and lows from a week of money management. Wise Money Management This week we saved money by buying a new laptop battery from eBay. Our primary laptop (the one I'm using right now) is a 2012 Macbook Air. I love it. Once you go air, you can't go back. They're so light and easy to haul around. We also have a 2008 Macbook that is still … [Read more...]
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