{Giveaway} The Total Money Makeover

I’ve loved sharing tips each day on how our family saves money. One of the best books I’ve read on the topic is Dave Ramsey’s Total Money Makeover. He basically brings to light how many Americans have the wrong perception of money and debt. He walks the reader through “7 Baby Steps” that will help […]

31 Days: The Goodness of Goodwill Shopping

Although I love a good bargain, it took me a long time to hop on the Goodwill bandwagon, because honestly, some things just aren’t as cheap as I can get them on clearance brand new. But then again, some things are! After seeing my blog (and real life) friend Abbie’s repeatedly successful trips to Goodwill, […]

31 Days- Book It {How to Get Cheap/Free Books}

I hope you’re enjoying 31 Days of Financial Savvy so far! It’s been fun writing these posts in hopes of encouraging others to spend their dollars in the best way- and the writing has also been serving as a good reminder to myself. If you’re just getting started, you can find links to the other […]

31 Days: Zero Credit Card Debt

  So, if you’ve been following this series, you may be wondering “Why be wise financially? Isn’t it just easier to whip out a credit card and go for it?” Well, it may be easier at the time, but paying off those credit cards over the years will NOT be easy and will cost hundreds- […]

31Days {grow your own herbs}

  Welcome to day 5 of 31 Days of Financial Savvy! I honestly cannot believe it’s October 5. Seriously, where has 2013 gone? Can’t say I’m sad to see it leave though- it’s been a hard year for our family! Anyway, you notice the title didn’t say “grow your own food.” I can’t quite be […]

31Days/ FlashbackFriday {Make Your Own Takeout}

(keep reading to the bottom for a mouth-watering takeout recipe!) Today is a combination of two series on the blog: 31 Days of Financial Savvy and Flashback Friday, where I invite you to link up and show off your favorite posts from the past. Last week, Nicole linked up a delicious-looking chocolate chip cookie recipe, […]

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