We’re officially in full swing baby-prep mode, which is good because our new little guy will be joining us in the next few weeks. There was something about the ever-decreasing number of days on the calendar that finally gave us the drive to clean, organize, and set up everything (it’s so much different having …
The Spanish Tortilla (also referred to as a Spanish omelette or tortilla de patatas) is an easy, cheap meal or appetizer. It is great for using up leftover meats, cheeses, and vegetables. The Spanish Tortilla is not especially healthy, but it is delicious. In Spain, they eat this hot or cold, at any time …
Selling our unwanted stuff is one of the ways that we’re earning earn extra money to pay off our debt this year. While I’m still a beginner at selling on eBay, I have learned a few things that will be helpful to anyone trying out this side hustle. 1. Set Up Your Account – I was …
The farther I propel myself away from the consumerist status quo, the more I seem to experience a sense of incredulity at the way in which other people choose to spend their money. I find myself in shock and awe, with “Really?!?!” echoing in my head. Instead of trying to educate people …
We don’t have an emergency fund because all of our income is going towards the credit cards. So the recent sound of grinding brakes while driving my car could have been a sign of troublesome consequences for our family. We have been working hard to be as frugal as possible and make extra …
My employer allowed me to start working from home one day per week last year. This relatively-minor change to start telecommuting or working remotely has been wonderful for my productivity. My friends continue to make comments about how they wouldn’t be able to work from home because nothing would get done. …
I recently was nominated for the Liebster Award by two awesome bloggers. Jessica at The Greenish Mommy has some great posts about “Mommy Shaming” and comparing “Natural vs. Chemical.” Anne from Stretch Your Peso blogs on a wide variety of topics from DIY, to parenting, and life hacks. The award …
“Harmony’s Toolbox” features products or services that I personally use and recommend. I’m always looking forward to those infrequent opportunities to relax and lose myself in a good book. As a working mom, it’s hard to predict when I will have enough time to start, and finish, reading something new. …
There are certain activities that seem “normal” for all middle-class families. One example is the typical childhood trip to Disney. A good parent is expected to work hard so that their children can experience this American rites of passage. To skip out on such excursions surely would prompt suspicions from …
Finally, I can breathe again. To any regular readers out there, I apologize for not updating this blog in more than a week. A project at work kidnapped me and I’ve only now managed to sneak away from my captor. My waking hours were consumed in their entirety by this stressful …