One of the popular parenting tips out there is to give your child choices, so they feel like they have control over their decisions. I can’t say I 100% agree or disagree with the above when negotiating with your child. It has helped us get out of many arguments and skip the long, drawn-out fits …
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What financial goals should I have for my family? That wasn’t something I thought about very much. Fast-forward to year five of our marriage, and it became abundantly clear after reviewing our bills that we needed more income. I was providing in-home daycare for one child, and Joe received an honorable discharge from the military, …
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I love a good pot roast. What I love more than a good pot roast is a flavorful, creamy gravy. A good gravy can turn the driest of dishes into the most desirable of dishes. My mouthwatering pot roast pie encompasses everything you love about some good ole meat and potatoes, smothered in gravy and …
What parent isn’t thinking about the money? If you don’t have to worry about money, you probably aren’t reading this post. If you often think about your income, how you can save money as a stay at home mom, and make better money-conscious decisions, welcome to the club. We aren’t struggling these days, but that …
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A Little Back Story Effective communication with your spouse? I never thought that would be a problem. I’ve always been a fairly confident person; at least, I try to be. Maybe I’m not, who knows. Joe and I got married when I was 20 years old. At that time, I can assure you that I …
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When was the last time you opened a cookbook? I have gone from using recipe books, to finding recipes online. If I’m completely honest, it’s usually all from Pinterest! To the creator of Pinterest, I tip my hat to you. These recipes can be easily tweaked to help stretch your meal and save money. The …
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Have you ever had bread fresh from the oven or baked that same day? It’s like a little slice of heaven in your mouth. Fluffy, soft, and warm, simply scrumptious! It tastes like it took a lot of work, but would you believe it’s actually pretty easy to make? One of our favorite children’s books …
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“I love cleaning the toilet!” Said no one, ever. Cleaning the toilet is like no other chore in the home. Frankly, trying to keep the toilet cleaner is my 2nd least favorite chore next to dusting. Aside from changing diapers and cleaning up after your pet, cleaning the toilets is the only chore that entails …
I have always been a princess, and Joe is definitely my knight in shining armor, but I wouldn’t say our marriage has been a fairy tale. It’s been more like a collection of divinely orchestrated mistakes, which taught us some good decision-making. In the early years of marriage, it was effortless to date my husband. …
Who is a Last-Minute Mom? A mother who, by no desire of her own, never fails in needing to rush around at the last minute to get everyone out the door on time. Maybe this sounds familiar … You and the family need to head out the door in a bit. Play-date, church, doctor appointment, …
