Living With Less: Dollar Store Deal

Last week I took one of my boys to the pediatrician for a check-up.  My allergies have been a mess over the past two weeks and the intake nurse and I chatted about that a bit.  Then she said, “Did you know that you can buy a generic version of Zyrtec at the...

Friday’s Quote of the Week

“If you believe in a God who controls the big things, you have to believe in a God who controls the little things.  It is we, of course, to whom things look “little” or “big.” ~Elisabeth Elliot

Our winners and a bit more college info…

Thank you to all of you who participated in our “College For Less” discussion last week! Our book winners are: Living Rich for Less Lisa S (lisastierspen) Lisa M (ourkazocu)     The Little Book of Big Savings Karen (Clemsonke) Katie (katie_chris)...

Our Basque Son

Last summer we had the privilege of hosting a young man from the Basque region of Spain through an exchange program called SUSA. Inigo brightened our home with his laughter, his vibrant personality, and his love for life. He loved his US visit so much last year that...

Guest Post and Giveaway: Affordable Strategies for College–Day 4

This week America’s Financial Expert, Ellie Kay, is teaching us about affording college education without a boatload of school loans! In addition to the guest posts this week, Ellie Kay is also giving away 2 copies of her Living Rich for Less book and 2 copies...

Guest Post and Giveaway: Affordable Strategies for College Day 2

This week I’m featuring guest posts by Ellie Kay who is known as America’s Financial Expert.  Ellie has been a well-loved speaker at our Hearts at Home conferences. Today’s post focuses on creative savings strategies for future funding of your...

Friday’s Quote of the Week

“Clarify your expectations before you hold your children responsible for meeting them.” ~Julie Ann Barnhill