It is one thing to have a budget down on paper. It is an entirely different process to use your budget when you are out and about. Once you have made a few purchases, you may not realize just how hard those purchases have hit your budget until you plug in the numbers at home. By then, you may have already ruined your budget for the month. We live in an age where virtually everyone is attached to his or her smartphone. While some may argue that this is a bad thing, it can be a very good thing … [Read more...]
5 Ideas for Finding the Best Scholarships
As an adult, you don't need to be persuaded that college is important. Whether you attended or not, you can recognize that having a college degree helps you set the stage for your life and career. It is pretty easy to see the importance of college given your experience. The same cannot be said for your kids in high school. Despite what you may have told them, they do not have the same outlook on college as you do now. The whole process can seem intimidating, and there is a whole lot to worry … [Read more...]
5 Online Money-Saving Tips For Young Parents
Young parents need all the help they can get to make sure they give their little ones the best care. While many new parents would splurge on their baby’s clothing, furniture, toys, and other items, taking care of young ‘uns doesn’t have to burn a hole in your wallet. There are many practical things that young parents can do to save money online, and here are five of the best. Get started with couponing. Babies need supplies, and lots of them. Shopping in bulk for the daily … [Read more...]
I deserve a vacation? Give me a break!
I'm taking a vacation later this year. My first "just for fun" vacation since my honeymoon 14 years ago. Yes, I'm a tired mama who works hard to homeschool my 5 kids and make our house a sanctuary. Yes, my husband is an overworked engineer who gives up much of his little free time to a church ministry. But, guess what? We're not going on vacation because "we deserve it". No way!! We're going because our finances are on track. We're working hard to pay off our remaining debt (our … [Read more...]
4 Ways To Take The Stress Out Of Shopping For Your Children
Shopping for your children may sound like fun but it's often chaotic, confusing and frustrating when you're trying to keep kids happy and find the right clothes. There are a few ways you make the experience better for yourself and your children. With the right preparation, you'll be able to get your shopping done without you or your children breaking down into tears. Weigh In and Take Measurements Before you leave the house, weigh your kids on the bathroom scale. Next, you'll … [Read more...]
eBooks vs Printed Books – Which are best?
What's your take on the debate: ebooks vs Printed Books? Which does your family prefer? Let me back up: I'm 33. Not really so old and yet, not exactly a spring chicken either. As each year passes I understand the value of a good book more and more. A book can entertain, inspire, admonish, or enlighten. It can be terrible (ugh, those are the worst!), or it can become the bar to which you aspire. These days there are many different options for buying books. Being a tech-minded … [Read more...]
Separation Anxiety in Children: 9 Tips for Managing SAD
It is normal for toddlers to be anxious when being separated from their parents. But some of them are so reliant on their parents over time that they regularly feel severe panic attacks and uneasiness when separated from them even for a short period. If your child is one of them, he could be suffering from separation anxiety disorder (SAD). SAD symptoms Being deeply anxious about losing parents or caregivers is common for toddlers aged 8 to 14 months. Some kids continue to … [Read more...]
Surrogate Travel: Why We Send Papa Away
Want to hear something that's going to sound really crazy? In the past five years, my husband has travelled to Europe twice. "That's not so weird!", you argue. But wait- here's the kicker: He wasn't travelling for business, but for leisure, and each of those times I happily stayed home with our young children. In fact, I'm the one who came up with the idea and encouraged him to go. Seriously. Give me a minute to explain. My husband rocks the casbah. Truly. He's an amazing … [Read more...]
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