The "Spreadsheet Queen" is baaaack! You might remember me from when I shared all about - Why I Don't Give My Kids an Allowance - gasp! Well today I'm sharing Why I Don't (really) Budget! Quick reminder, if you haven't filled out my 2015 Reader Survey please do so! I LOVE getting your valuable … [Read more...] about Why I Don’t Really Budget
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Five Fun Facts About Visiting NYC
I'm taking a small break from posting about health and home today, and talking all about travel! You can see my life page for more of our adventures. Also a quick reminder that today is the last day to sign up for the Winter OC. (MWM subscribers - be sure to check your email for the discount … [Read more...] about Five Fun Facts About Visiting NYC
What’s Up Wednesday – Books
I just returned from a whirlwind trip to NYC. It was four days full of fun, fun, fun! My daughter and I met up with my friend Sarah and her daughter for a "Girls Weekend." We took in so much over the four days that I'm still trying to remember all that we did. I'll share a recap soon, because … [Read more...] about What’s Up Wednesday – Books
Married Well – My Three Tips
Hi lovelies! Today is a special day! My hubby and I are celebrating our 19th Wedding Anniversary (on the 19th) - our golden anniversary, not our 50th, just the 19th on the 19th! I've had some of you ask me to share my marriage advice. I love that you want to know, but I also know that I don't … [Read more...] about Married Well – My Three Tips
Control the Chaos in your Home
Recently I introduced you to the "Sidetracked Home Executives" book and I said I'd be back to share with you about how I'm busy re-implementing their system. Years ago, I used the SHE plan and it worked very well for me to help "control the chaos". I found that it gave me a great weekly plan and it … [Read more...] about Control the Chaos in your Home
Why I Don’t Give my Kids Allowance
Being the "diamond shape" in my marriage, I happily took on the role of CFO from day one. David has his strengths and I have mine. And, yes mine include charts, graphs, percentages, and numbers. While he is SO much better at creative play, magic tricks, and telling jokes. (Can you guess who is the … [Read more...] about Why I Don’t Give my Kids Allowance