Since I was 15 years old, I played in bands as a guitarist and if I had a gig, well so much for whatever job I had. As I reached my twenties, still being broke and flopping wherever I could was not as cool as I previously thought... More >>

I'm attaching a link to an article that is trending online lately that made me proud to be a stay-at-home mom. I worked very hard to attend my university on full scholarship and feel that the work ethics, discipline and education I learned in college transcend into the home, where I am now working hard to teach my children the same core values... More >>

I am one of the few these days who was taught financial lessons growing up. Ever since I started to receive money for birthdays or babysitting, my parents sat me down and showed me how to budget and save money... More >>

Backpacks, new clothes and sack lunches are buzzwords this time of year. But for parents, they can bring worry and concern about their little ones. Beginning school for children is a time of excitement and anxiety... More >>

"Secrets that are a matter of life and death should never be kept." More >>

Parents desperately want to communicate with their kids. But few know how to get a tight-lipped teen to open up. The result is a dead-end "chat" that leaves both parent and child feeling disconnected... More >>

I buy a fashion accessory at the full retail price, directly from the manufacturer's own retail store, and then resell them on Amazon and eBay where, believe it or not, I make money... More >>

It's no secret that barbecuing is a big part of the summer. What often is more of a mystery, though, is the simple strategy that can give you signature grilled dishes in minutes: secret sauce... More >>

I just wanted to email you to say thank you for reminding me on a daily basis to appreciate my husband and show him how much I love him. He is the best thing in my life and our marriage is a beautiful romance... More >>

My biggest influence on my work ethic was my father. WE had certain chores that were EXPECTED, not asked of, but expected. When these were not performed, or not properly performed, we had to do them at whatever hour it was, or redo them to make sure it was done properly... More >>