A few years ago we found ourselves in a financial crisis (job loss) that necessitated a Zero Budget Christmas. The financial crisis gave us an …
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My Formula For European Farmhouse Charm
I am fortunate to live in a 1903 farmhouse on the edge of town in the Midwest. I became enraptured with country life through the …
The Spiritual Discipline of Simplicity
There is a backlash of sorts going on around the world against greed and excess. The simple living or slow living movement has come out …
A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned
The quote “A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned” by American founder Benjamin Franklin is still as wise as it was in the 1700s. Today, …
4 Things To Do If You Are Barely Scraping By
I recently polled you lovely ladies, wanting to find out what the biggest problem you are facing is. Unanimously you responded that finances were at …
Where Can I Buy My Kids Shoes?
Do you listen to podcasts? I listen to a few and found myself doing just that last night while I was waiting on my husband …
Save Money By Saving Seeds
Saving Money by Saving Seeds is admittedly one of my favorite aspects of gardening. Gardening, on the whole, can save you a bundle if done …
Realistic Christmas Savings Plan
It’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas! I agree that it’s best to start saving for Christmas in January but even if it …