How Not to Overspend on Labor Day Sales
When you think of Labor Day, what is the first thing that comes to mind? If you said Labor Day sales, then you are in good company. Retailers across the board have created a shopping holiday by...
View ArticleHow to Set Up a Family Budget
Setting up a family budget is one of the most important steps you can take to control your finances. It doesn’t matter how much money you have – in order to make the best use of your income, you need...
View Article6 Ideas for Date Night with your Child
Looking for something fun and unique to do with your kids? Consider splitting up and spending precious one-on-one time with your child by taking her on a date. My kids just GLOW when they get a parent...
View ArticleControl Your Spending with the Envelope System
Is the Envelope System Right for You? So you’ve taken the first step in getting a grip on your finances and you’ve set up your budget. As hard as that was to do, you may realize that creating your...
View ArticleSpend Time With Your Spouse on Little or No Money
Married life can be hectic … filled with kids, jobs, activities. Taking time out with your spouse has to be deliberate or it tends not to happen. Also, with today’s economy, sometimes it is hard to...
View ArticlePrioritizing Family Habits
As a mother of two boys, I’ve spent the last 8 years running. Either chasing them, mothering them, or transporting them – and then attempting to squeeze my needs in between theirs. I’m also a working...
View ArticlePocket Money Rules for Parents and Kids
There really are no hard and fast pocket money rules that parents and kids everywhere should follow. Your family’s pocket money rules will depend on the preferences and needs of your own particular...
View ArticleThe Lice Lady Speaks
It all started three years ago when I got “the call” from my neighbor. “My daughter has lice,” she said, “you should check your kids.” When my son returned from an afternoon at his friend’s house I...
View ArticlePinaTwitBook? Where To Spend Your Social Media Efforts
The best thing about the Internet, despite the fact that one person can Google anything in the world and become an instant expert, is that you can connect with anyone you want through social media....
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