It’s OK to Have a Simple Birthday Celebration for Your Kid.

Does anyone else feel like celebrations have gotten out of hand? From weddings, gender reveals and kid birthday parties, it feels overwhelming to keep up with expectations especially when you are flooded with constant comparisons on social media. Even last winter I had those feelings and opted to simplify how we did Christmas. After throwing … Read more

Budgeting Tips – Manage your Money

Things have become expensive. Between inflation, “shrink-flation” and the cost of raising a child (and two dogs), my wallet is tired. More than ever, I’m trying to keep my spending under control and budget my grocery bills. But before I dive in with budgeting tips, you must first understand your default spending. #1 Understanding recurring … Read more

New Year Resolutions 2023

Happy New Year with eucalyptus

One of the most exciting parts of New Years Eve is the anticipation for something new. A new year is filled with expectancy- Will this year be better? Will I finally get in shape? Will I move to that city I’ve talked about? I, like many, love New Year’s resolutions. The idea of bettering oneself … Read more