Frugal parenting come with many different types of challenges. A reader and Instagram buddy reached out to me about how we pay for birthday party presents. I agree with her that dropping the kids off to be entertained for a few hours can be really nice, but is it worth …
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I guess we’re never taking the family on a trip to Disney. That was my reaction to reading about the recent increase in ticket prices for the theme park. It’s not like we had set plans to visit Disney any time soon, but it just seems like something that should …
Welcome to 2018! I don’t know about you, but I’ve never been very good about sticking with New Year’s resolutions. Instead, I’ve found success in setting more-general goals for myself, along with deciding on a one-word theme to frame my priorities for the New Year. My focus word for 2018 …
After celebrating Christmas more than thirty times, it seems that each year brings special lessons. Some carry more significance, like the first one without Christmas Eve dinner at Grandpa and Grandma’s house. Others are a little less profound, but still important, such as how much booze to add to your …
Yes, you read that correctly. Mr. Smith and I finally attempted a date night out of the house about seven months after having the twins. We kept it a frugal date night, but it was quite the adventure. I hope that we won’t wait so long to go out again, …
It is truly amazing how much life can change in just a few months. Finding a new job with more flexibility has allowed our family to regain a sense of balance and catch up on life. While we remain committed to achieving financial semi-independence, I have a new goal of …
It’s Black Friday, the biggest shopping holiday of the year. While us frugal folks like to encourage DIY Christmas presents, odds are that you can’t get away with making your own gifts for everyone. If you are going to spend money on Christmas, here are some practical gift ideas to …
I have never disclosed my occupation on this blog for a variety of reasons, including concerns about anonymity. There have certainly been discussions about work-related things over the past few years, like “big projects” and lots of student loans. However, my exact job title has been a secret . . …
I’ve got a huge reveal coming tomorrow, but for today let’s talk about buying property. Owning a home is one of those standard expectations that goes along with being an adult. We’re taught that renting is for college kids or people who can’t afford to buy a home. Investing in …
