Personal

The heart of this site has always been sharing life with you, and the posts in this category are just that- sharing ups, downs, and personal topics like finances and health.

Reflections

Consider this section a peek into my personal diary and inner thoughts

Day in the Life

Every six months or so I like to record a typical day as a snapshot to look back on of what life looks like at that moment

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Day in the Life: Eight and a Half and Six Years Old

Day in the Life: 5 Years and 2 1/2 Years Old

Day in the Life: 20 Months and 4 Years Old

A Day in the Life: 7 Months & 3 Years Old

Day in the Life: 6 Weeks & 2 1/2 Years Old

Finances

From grocery budgets to saving for big life goals, finances are a fascinating topic

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How to Talk to Your Spouse About Money Without Fighting

How Budgeting Led to the Creation of the State of the Family

5 Ways I’m Reining in our Grocery Bill

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Transitioning to Being a SAHM: Finances

Whole Foods Haul (Budget Week 4)

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