DIY Lifesize Jenga
Crafting is my jam. I love everything about it. And I'd love to take it a step further and venture into woodworking. But I am learning that some things you’re really good at ... and others you’re...
By my own admittance, I am a shopaholic. There is just something about the ding of a cash register that makes me squeal with glee. But, when it comes to dressing my pregnant self, I am slightly lost. I...
April 15th is quickly approaching, but like in years past, we are facing this day with as little stress as we can by hiring a CPA to do our taxes. Full disclosure, I grew up in a family of...
How to Save Money on Your Family Home's Utility Bills
Just like any other parent out there, lowering our family home's utility bills was always in the back of our mind. So, when we decided to purchase a home that...
The holidays are upon us, and you may find yourself looking for a way to decorate a table with fresh flowers for a dinner or party without breaking the bank. Using local foliage and some inexpensive flowers available at...
My New (School) Year Resolutions
Now that I have finally admitted that I am in fact, in my mid-thirties and a pretty darned responsible mother, the beginning of the school year is infinitely more significant than the start of an...
I know that some people love the thrill of the chase, the hunt, the SCORE! I get that. I do.
But, I don't like crowds. I don't like irrational, crazed people that feel that they are more entitled to the...
Last month I gave you several tips to get ready for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I also promised that I would remind you and explain the programs that you should sign up for with a little more detail....
Disclosure: Winn-Dixie sponsored this post, but we encourage all New Orleans moms to consider attending this FREE event in mid-city on Saturday, May 10! RSVP soon to guarantee your spot as a VIP, receive a swag bag with Kuddles products...
Full disclosure :: this is NOT a political piece. It doesn't have to be. The issue that concerns families across the United States is that of student loan repayment. No, this topic is not, as they say in law school,...
Disclosure :: Louisiana Credit Union League sponsored this post.
It's International Credit Union Day
Today is International Credit Union Day! You might think Credit Unions are just another kind of bank, but you'd be very wrong. Credit Unions are members of...
I've never been very crafty. Pre kids, I used to oil paint in my down time, but that's as far as it went. My sister in law and I are notorious for failed Pinterest projects. We always have these grand ideas...
15 Reasons Why Every Mom Needs A Vacuum Sealer (Even If You’re Not That Into Cooking)
As a lover of all things food - and kitchen gadget-related, I’ve been known to sing the praises of my favorite appliances from time...
Who DOESN'T have a smart phone these days? How smart are they really, though? If you use them correctly, they can certainly help you be more money smart! I am LOVING the apps that give you cash back and...