Most headlines would have you believe that having kids and living on a single income is impossible. But, from my own experience, I would argue that being a stay-at-home parent saves you money in a variety of ways. As of…
Frozen Burritos Elevated: 5-Minute Meal Prep
When time is short, it is so easy to run for take-out. That’s a costly endeavor! By keeping frozen burritos and a few ingredients on hand a 5-minute meal prep is possible!
The Value of Time Quantified: Services Worth Paying For
As a mom to five, I’m busy. So, it’s easy to think I understand the value of time. But, I also have a budget to stick to and sometimes that’s where my focus gets stuck. Yes, I could make my own…
5 Reasons Dinner at Home is a Budget Game-Changer
In a fast-paced world where convenience often takes precedence, the art of making dinner at home seems to be fading away. Yet, when it comes to managing your budget, the benefits of embracing this tradition are undeniable. Beyond the cozy…
Financial Boundaries: 5 Reasons It’s Okay to Say No to Friends
We all need financial boundaries, so why can’t we admit it? Especially to our friends? A few days ago, my friend Lacey suggested on a friend group chat that we all take our kids and go to the theater to…
September 2021: Family Budget (Real Numbers, NO Secrets)
First, Some Background Mr. C recently finished up his third (and final!) master’s degree. He also switched jobs that resulted in a pay increase. Between a pay increase and no longer needing to pay for tuition, we suddenly (and for…
July/August 2021: Family of Seven Budget (Real Numbers, NO Secrets)
SOS! I have to say, this is NOT going to be my typical meticulous budget recap. THIS IS A DISASTER! The basic story is this: My parents bought a new boat and we helped outfit it for the big trip…
June 2021: Family of Seven Budget (Real Numbers, NO Secrets)
First, Some Background Mr. C recently finished up his third (and final!) master’s degree. He also switched jobs that resulted in a pay increase. Between a pay increase and no longer needing to pay for tuition, we suddenly (and for…
May 2021: Family of Seven Budget (Real Numbers, NO Secrets)
First, Some Background Mr. C recently finished up his third (and final!) master’s degree. He also switched jobs that resulted in a pay increase. Between a pay increase and no longer needing to pay for tuition, we suddenly (and for…
April 2021: Family of Seven Budget (Real Numbers, NO Secrets)
First, Some Background Mr. C recently finished up his third (and final!) master’s degree. He also switched jobs that resulted in a pay increase. Between a pay increase and no longer needing to pay for tuition, we suddenly (and for…
Single-Income Family of Seven: APRIL 2021 Net Worth Update
It seems like there is always a lot of talk about budgets-why you need one, how to get on one, and what it should look like. But the big question is: WHY? Budgeting is a tool to help you and…
March 2021: Family of Seven Budget (Real Numbers, NO Secrets)
First, Some Background Mr. C recently finished up his third (and final!) master’s degree. He also switched jobs that resulted in a pay increase. Between a pay increase and no longer needing to pay for tuition, we suddenly (and for…