They lived next door to me. They oftentimes argued about lack of money, among other things. They had one modest car and the other was very small. ...... One day they both pulled into their driveway with brand new cars. They traded in the very small car for an SUV. The arguments stopped. One day … Continue reading A Rags to Riches Story.
Family Finances
Try Getting Rid of “Stuff” If You Want Better-Behaved Kids!
Hello Friends! I'd like to share with you something interesting I've found during my years of parenting. I've found that the more stuff you have to manage and maintain, the less time you have to parent effectively. Let's think about it. If you're coming home every day having to make your kids clean up their … Continue reading Try Getting Rid of “Stuff” If You Want Better-Behaved Kids!
Too Many Pairs of Shoes
We make purchases oftentimes without much thought because we have the means to do so by way of credit cards or the fact that we just got paid. We end up accumulating so much stuff that we do not even use. Look around you and take note of all the new storage facilities that are … Continue reading Too Many Pairs of Shoes
Have You Ever Thought About This???
Many of us are busy maintaining our households, shuffling our kids off to school, then scurrying off to work. Life gets busy, but have you taken the time to plan for life without you? I know that does not sound too inviting, but many of us do not take time to plan for the inevitable…the … Continue reading Have You Ever Thought About This???
Savings Tip from Warren Buffett
Let's commit to saving first. By changing unhealthy habits (spending first) we can make healthy changes (improved finances). Our financial health has a direct impact on our mental health. Lacking often results in anxiety, worry, depression and other illnesses. So let's take Warren's advice and make this change! A Frantic Mom 💜
Stop Wasting Money and Program That Thermostat…
Hello my fellow Frantic Moms! I know you all have heard it a million times..."program your thermostat"; however, I'm here to tell you to ACTUALLY do it. Spend 30 minutes (or less) programming your thermostat to save hundreds of dollars a year on your heating and air conditioning bill. Hundreds of dollars in savings is … Continue reading Stop Wasting Money and Program That Thermostat…