One Project at a Time: 12/31/13
Here we are, the last day of 2013. It’s hard to believe another year is coming to a close! Needless to say, it’s with great anticipation that I look forward to all the wonderful new things that 2014 has to hold. But it’s with great comfort and delight that I Read More
Sticking to a Grocery Budget
Groceries tend to be a category in which many people overspend. Here are 10 tips for staying on track. via freedigitalphotos.net 1. Create a food budget! Obvious, yes, but it’s important to start here. While the average American family spends 9-12% of its monthly income on food, the amount will Read More
One Project at a Time: 12/17/13
Welcome back to our Link Party! I’m so glad you all could join in the fun. I know life can get busy but it thrills me to know you all take the time to visit. Christmas preparations can be time consuming, daunting. I told you all, last week, that my Read More
Happy Organized Holidays
I am so thrilled to be here today! We’re going to be talking about how to keep the holidays “happy” by using organization and by taking a “less is more” approach. So grab a pen and paper and let’s get to planning the happy into this holiday season! Selective Read More
Holiday Shopping on a Budget: Apps
Between Thanksgiving and Christmas meals, entertaining, and purchasing gifts, not overspending in November and December can be a challenge! Here are five apps to help you plan better, stick to your budget, and save money along the way. (Note: I do not own a smart phone but have been Read More
Month at a Glance: September 2013
Where, Oh where did September go!? Isn’t it amazing how it seems like just yesterday we were shipping the kids off for the first day of school and yet it seems like there’s no way it just was a few weeks ago? It’s been a busy month in Read More
Household “Bill Payment Center”…
Bill paying can be a chore… a painful chore. But it doesn’t have to be. If you are organized and on top of your due dates & your budget, bill paying can be quite fun. Today I am going to help YOU set up a bill paying center in Read More
One Project at a Time: 9/10/13
Feeling over-whelmed by life as kids are headed back to school and activities are in full swing? How about that budget you’re trying to stick to? Maybe it’s that last minute craft project you had hoped to finish before the next errand needed to be run. No matter what is Read More
Back to School on a Budget
Going back to school can be overwhelming for a budget if you don’t have a plan. Here are a few tips for managing those expenses so that they don’t manage you. via freedigitalphotos.net 1. Delay the purchase of some school supplies If your kids are in public or private Read More
Month at a Glance: July 2013
Has a family vacation, running a taxi service for your kids or spending every possible minute by the pool or at the beach kept you from enjoying your favorite blog as much as you had hoped to this summer? You’re in luck! As the heat of August beats Read More
