After nearly four months of “extreme budgeting,” I came to the realization that our budget has to have a miscellaneous category with a certain amount of money in it, for the sole purpose of flexibility for additional, unbudgeted expenses. Of course, our goal […]
Should I pay my kids to do chores? It’s a question I get asked a lot and today I’m sharing our personal experiences with paying kids for chores, why I think it’s beneficial, and how we’ve incorporated it into our family finances as a whole. So, if you want the
Whether you’re patiently awaiting the end of the school year or dreading summer vacation entirely, it’s likely you haven’t given much thought to what school supply shopping will look like next year. And while I don’t think you need to rush to the store just yet to grab all those
Raising kids and sticking to a budget is no easy feat, especially when summer vacation hits. Today I’m offering five kid-related expenses to consider so that you can embrace the warmer months without the added financial stress. Sound like something you want? Well then, let’s get started. 5 Kid-Related Expenses
Are you tired of constantly rummaging through your pantry in search of your children’s snacks, only to find them scattered haphazardly or worse, expired? If so, today’s video is just for you. We’re diving into the realm of practical snack storage solutions that not only keep your kids’ treats organized
One of my favorite things to do is to look for ways we can streamline our systems at home. The less nagging and reminding I have to do, the better. And that’s exactly why we’ve embraced a chores app to help us stay on top of all of our household
Welcoming a little one to your family can be both an exciting and overwhelming time for parents. In addition to wondering whether you’ll be a great mom, you might also be concerned about how that little bundle of joy will fit into your financial situation. Follow along as we walk
The teen years – whether you love them or hate them, are the perfect time to train your son or daughter in the art of money management. After all, they will be full-grown adults in just a few short years. Not sure where to start? Check out these steps for
Chloe is a work from home mom and writer obsessed with all things budget-friendly. She not only spends time looking for the best bargains but also learning how to manage her family’s finances! When she’s not wrangling her four girls, she’s spending time trying new coffee huts and taking too
We sent our kids to camp this summer. It wasn’t planned, but in lieu of a vacation we couldn’t take due to medical reasons, it made good sense for everyone to have a break. So, while we didn’t necessarily plan for it, we did have the funds to make it
Jessica Brodie is an award-winning Christian novelist, journalist, editor, blogger, and writing coach and the recipient of the 2018 American Christian Fiction Writers Genesis Award for her novel, The Memory Garden. She is also the editor of the South Carolina United Methodist Advocate, the oldest newspaper in Methodism, and a member of
Jessica Brodie is an award-winning Christian novelist, journalist, editor, blogger, and writing coach and the recipient of the 2018 American Christian Fiction Writers Genesis Award for her novel, The Memory Garden. She is also the editor of the South Carolina United Methodist Advocate, the oldest newspaper in Methodism, and a member of