Money creates strong emotions in many of us. The way we spend, save and otherwise use our money impacts in many ways. When we have differences in philosophy with a life partner, though, things can get even more heated. The way we view and use money is at the core of who we are as […]
Author: Miranda
Are Your Finances Affecting Your Health?
We often try to compartmentalize different aspects of our life, allowing us break things down more effectively. As a result, when we think about health, we don’t think about money. In fact, we are likely to focus more on food and exercise when we try to figure out what’s at the root of some of […]
Kids and Money: The Allowance Debate
In the United States, April is Financial Literacy Month. Whether or not you live in the States, it’s a good time to review your own financial practices — and consider the type of financial education your children receive. When it comes to kids and money, there is no replacement for the allowance debate. As you […]
How to Sprout Your Own Garden Starts
One of the best ways to ensure good food — and save money in the bargain — is to grow a garden. My parents always had a garden when I was growing up, and my husband and I regularly planted a garden when we had a house. While you can buy young plants to transplant […]
How to Reduce Distractions When You Work from Home
One of the things I love about what I do is the fact that I get to work from home. I enjoy sitting at my home office, setting my own hours, and being home for my son if needed. It’s a great setup. Unfortunately, working from home also comes with distractions. The kitchen is a […]
How to Show You Care without Breaking the Bank
We all like to feel loved — and we like our loved ones to feel loved. At times, though, it can seem as though showing you care goes hand-in-hand with spending money. Whether it’s buying an expensive present, or whether it’s helping pay the rent, showing you care can get really expensive, really fast. But […]