Every so often, we face a week with little to no money. We must make sacrifices and changes to allow our week to go smoothly. This is one of those weeks. Between jobs and paychecks, when the Costco haul has … Continue reading
I have a 10 year old son named Elijah. When Elijah was about 5 or 6 years old, he started experiencing these light headedness spells. He would turn pasty white, become very weak, and would need to sit or lay … Continue reading
While many set New Year resolutions like losing weight or eating better, we had a slightly bigger plan in place for 2015. To be debt free. Well, free of bad debt. The debt that’s been holding us down in a … Continue reading
Recently I was gifted the most beautiful, bright red, Kitchenaid mixer. For years I have wanted one, and finally I had one to play with. Nothing is more delicious then homemade bread, so this would be the first thing to try. … Continue reading
What is financial peace? Is it living debt free? or is it living in peace, ignoring your debt? Im going to get personal today. Money is always such a hush-hush topic. But why? Why I am hiding behind this elephant … Continue reading
This week I will celebrate five of my favorite places. Hard to chose when I live on one of the most amazing islands on earth, Shelter Island. Surrounded by gifts from Mother Nature, from the calm bay to the lush … Continue reading
How does it happen? When does it begin? Everyone has one. Or two. Maybe three like me? The horrible, no good, junk collecting, disorganized, usually dirty, JUNK DRAWER! Tonight I was cooking dinner. The meal was horribly time consuming, and … Continue reading
My dutch oven is my go to cooking device. I use it for everything! Its one of those nice, heavy, ceramic coated pans. It evenly distributes heat, and holds heat in to keep our meal warm long after the stove … Continue reading
Aisley May, Zizzy May, as we call her. Two years old, turning 3 in just 19 days!!! She is a stubborn, hot headed, too smart for her own good, baby girl. She was speaking in sentences before she could walk … Continue reading
This girl, right here. Our school had an Optometrist come and evaluate all the kids eyes. What a wonderful idea! I can’t remember our pediatrician ever doing a thorough eye exam. I don’t think they ever even did that eye … Continue reading
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