If you’re anything like me, you’re looking for ways to save a buck and stay on budget in the midst of earning that degree or navigating newlywed life or the busyness of family. Sometimes it seems like life costs more than the resources we have to pay for it. Over the past few days, I’ve … Continue reading A Penny Saved
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DIY: Do Inspire Yourself
Our recent move has inspired a new wave of thrifting, restoring, and DIYing for our beautiful new townhouse. I would walk through Pottery Barn isles and dream of my house looking like a magazine. But what twenty-something has the budget for that? After months of projects and research, I have compiled your one-stop shop for … Continue reading DIY: Do Inspire Yourself
Goal-Setting God’s Way
My husband hates the idea of setting goals. And although most of the time I roll my eyes at him and continue my perfectionistic, categorized list of ambitions, this year, I heard him out. Why do we set goals? For me, it is a deep need to “get stuff done,” to check off a list, … Continue reading Goal-Setting God’s Way
“Giving” With Purpose
Christmas is the season of giving. There’s no doubt about it. In fact, Gallup estimates that American adults will spend about $855 on gifts this year! It is SO much fun to pick out that perfect gift for a friend or family member…PLUS the sales are so irresistible! Today I got to thinking about the … Continue reading “Giving” With Purpose
7 Fall Favorites from My Family to Yours
Fall is my favorite. Pure and simple. I love the changing colors, pumpkin-EVERYTHING, the festive decor, and warm apple cider. Now that I’m married, it has been my mission to create new and festive traditions. You all have shared your ideas, I have brainstormed some of my own, and together I wrote about 7 fall … Continue reading 7 Fall Favorites from My Family to Yours
First Year Finances: How to Deal with Money in Marriage
One major aspect of marriage preparation people often ignore is finances. The irony is that finances are one of the most crucial and potentially volatile topics in the marriage relationship. Although I can’t speak to finances through the longevity of marriage, there are several things Mason and I have learned that are important to understand in … Continue reading First Year Finances: How to Deal with Money in Marriage
M.R.S. Tips: How to Plan a Wedding on a Budget
Engagement is one of the most exciting stages of life! You have a beautiful, shiny ring on your finger that you can’t stop staring at. You are celebrated by all your friends. And you can finally unearth that Pinterest Wedding Board that you’ve been discreetly adding ideas to for years. As the weeks wear on, the … Continue reading M.R.S. Tips: How to Plan a Wedding on a Budget
5 Saving Techniques For The Savvy Student
If you’re anything like me, you’re looking for a way to save a buck and stay on budget in the midst of the tight college and post-college lifestyle. It seems like life costs more than the resources we have to pay for it. However, over the past few months, I have discovered 5 ways to … Continue reading 5 Saving Techniques For The Savvy Student