College is a huge expense for parents and students funding their education. It comes with a high price tag that only goes up as you achieve higher levels beyond undergrad. The cost of tuition and room and board can be a challenge for some to set aside. While it’s best to start saving early, not […]
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3 Myths of Ownership That Are Stealing My Money
A couple of weeks ago, I shared some thoughts with you from Courtney Carver’s book “Soulful Simplicity.” In this book, she also talks about common myths of ownership. These are things that we mistakenly believe that lead us to buy things that we don’t need. When we do, we often waste money, end up in […]
Find Formula Now
This isn’t necessarily frugal or free, but it is elusive and in high demand. If you are not already aware, there is a formula shortage. That alone is a frightening thought for mothers who either can not or choose not to breastfeed. Many mothers I know are saying there are strict purchasing limits on these […]
Quotes to Redefine Success
You all know that I love good quotes. Last week, after sharing thoughts about needing a financial reframe, I got to thinking about how I define success. What does success mean to me? What are the things in life that really matter to me? After all, I don’t care about “keeping up with the Joneses” […]
5 Signs You Need a Financial Reframe
I’m reading the book “Soulful Simplicity” by Courtney Carver. She’s the blogger/ author who came up with the idea for Project 333, the minimalist wardrobe project. In this book, she shares her experiences learning how to live with less debt, clutter, and stress in order to live with more time, space, and love. In the […]
Favorite Minimalism Quotes
Last month I shared my favorite frugal living quotes with you. Today I want to expand upon that by sharing some of my favorite minimalism quotes. What Is Minimalism? Minimalism has similarities and differences with frugal living. Lots of different people have defined it in different ways. In fact, some of my favorite minimalism quotes […]
Frugal Ways To Relax At Home
Relaxation comes in many diffrent forms. Some people love a great spa day, while others can enjoy a quiet day reading in the park. The fact is, that we all need to slow down and relax from time to time. While some activities cost money, not everything does. Skip the expensive spa day, and try […]
Things I Upcycle Into Dog Toys
I always joke that my dog is in charge of the recyclables in my home. This started with my previous dog. She loved to wake up every morning and walk over to the recycling bin to see what fun stuff might be in there for her to chew up. So, I started paying close attention […]
Favorite Frugal Living Quotes
I always find quotes inspirational. Sure, sometimes they’re a bit cheesy. However, sometimes they really stop me in my tracks and make me think about things with a fresh perspective. This can keep me on track with my goals and aligned with my values. So, with that in mind, here are some of my favorite […]
Common Household Items You Can Live Without
After Christmas, you will bring new goodies into your home. Right around the new year, it will be time to make room for those items in your space. That means you need to get rid of the old stuff, but what should you trash and what should you keep? If you’re finding it difficult to […]