Earn, Save & Live Smart
I can’t say that I’m a fan of dusting and scrubbing, but I do love living in a clean house. I’ve learned that if I want my house to look nice on a regular basis, there are some chores that I absolutely must do every day. Thankfully, there are also some jobs that I can … Read more
No matter how much a minimalist lifestyle appeals to me in theory, the reality of it is that my kids have a lot of stuff. Some days it feels like there are toys, toys everywhere. Fortunately, a bit of organization makes the kids’ collections feel a lot more manageable for all of us. I’ve found … Read more
My bedroom closet is only about half the size that I would like it to be. Oh, what I could do with more space! That’s wishful thinking, though. Instead, I try to make the most of the area that I do have. The neater and more organized that I keep the space, the better it … Read more
I remember Lent growing up, and dishes during that time were usually rather bland and tasteless. I also recall my mother spending hours in the kitchen, trying to come up with meatless dishes that would appeal to her family. With the Lenten season upon us, I wanted to find quick, easy meatless recipes that my kids … Read more
Crunches on my living room floor? Those I can handle. Walks around my neighborhood? I’m there. But a pricey gym membership? No thank you, that’s just not for me. I’m all for being healthy and I know that fitness comes at a price. But, I just don’t want that price to come out of my wallet. … Read more
Did an unexpected bill appear in the mail? Or did a friend invite you to a must-see event? No need to worry if you need quick cash, as there are many ways to earn online. My favorite money-making opportunity is selling stuff around the house. It’s fast, easy, and much faster than other methods. Here are ten … Read more
Your sweet little bundle of joy has finally arrived, and you are over the moon. You have everything you need for your little one — the crib, the stroller, the car seat, even the adorable outfits he’ll probably outgrow before he can wear most of them. What you probably don’t have is a secure investment … Read more
I’ll admit it: I was pretty far into my adult life before I learned to appreciate coffee. I had dropped my son off at a morning class and had 45 minutes to kill before picking him up. Having nothing else to do, I stopped in a local cafe and–against my better judgment–ordered a cup of … Read more
I recently went to a wine tasting, and the sommelier said something that stuck in my head: Just because a wine is expensive doesn’t mean that you will necessarily like it best. Wines that costs less than $20 a bottle might appeal to you just as much—or more—than the pricey ones do. That’s great news … Read more
Like most women, I enjoy wearing makeup every now and then. What I don’t enjoy is the cost; some of the most basic cosmetics cost as much as a new outfit. Being a history buff, I knew women made their own makeup for many years before the cosmetics industry became a thing. I wondered how … Read more