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 […]
How To Protect Your Travel Plans
We are going into a busy travel season. A lot of students are coming up on their spring break, and people are ready to get out of the house. Couple that with rising fuel costs, and you’ve got a serious issue on your hands. Right now, if you plan on traveling by air, ticket prices […]
5 Treats I Should Probably Stop Spending Money On
I’m trying really hard to figure out how to lower my expenses. As I’ve explained before when sharing my budget with you, I typically tend to look at how to reduce my big expenses. For example, I spend a fortune on food, which I have been cutting back on. However, there are smaller treats that […]
How February’s Budget Went Awry And What I Did to Navigate It
One month ago today, I shared with you my plan for February’s budget. Unfortunately, things went awry. Emergencies happen. That’s why it’s important to have an emergency fund as well as contingency plans for when financial plans don’t go as expected. What Went Right With February’s Budget Not everything went wild when it came to […]
Frugal Dollar Tree Finds
Have you all been to Dollar Tree lately? I know they have gone up on prices, but the upcharge hasn’t deterred me from shopping there. Honestly some of the stuff they have in stock you couldn’t get anywhere else for $1.25. I will probably always venture inside the store to see what they have. This […]
20 Tips for a Zero Waste Life
Recently I’ve been reading Anita Vandyke’s book “A Zero Waste Life in Thirty Days.” It suggests that you can reduce your waste by 80% using the tips in the book. However, it also offers realistic alternatives for people who want to reduce waste but aren’t going to hit those zero waste levels quite, yet. Reducing […]
Things I Got Cheap This Week
I know you guys love a good freebie. For this week, I’ve been scouring the web to see what I can get for the low. I found a few interesting and discounted deals, but I also got some freebies. Here are the things I got cheap this week.
Things I Do To Stay Frugal
I would say I am in the lower end of the middle class, but I do very well for myself. I can travel the world, drive a decent car, have a nice home, and eat out every day if I want to. Those are the things that matter to me. With that being said, there […]
Budgeting: February 2022 Planned Expenses
I’ve taken many different approaches to budgeting over the years. Right now, I start the month by reviewing all of the previous month’s expenses. Then I look at what my planned expenses are for the coming month. I try to find areas where I can cut back on costs. Then I review my income and […]
How To Create a List for Your Guiltless Spending
Let’s face it, most of us don’t like a budget. We feel like it’s a constraint on our money and lives. It can be challenging to follow. It’s also strict, demands our attention, and holds us accountable for our financial decisions. Even though it can be daunting, it’s a very useful tool to have. While […]