As the years go by, it seems to become more and common for parents to be expected to give gifts to their children's teachers at school. For many families, there's a fine line between showing appreciation and going broke. Finding just the right … [Read more...]
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Reader Strategies for Shopping at Sam’s Club
Membership Fee I work in a very small office. We team up with another office in the same building and become secondary members on their membership and split the fees. This way, we all save money on the memberships. I always use my Sam's Club … [Read more...]
Cheap Date Night Ideas: Entertainment on a Budget
Cheap Date Night Ideas For parents on a budget, “couple time” may be a thing of the past. These days, dinner and a movie can run as much as $100. It’s no wonder that thrifty parents often eliminate going out as a way of saving money. However, even … [Read more...]
Making the Transition to Stay at Home Mom by Shelley Burke
Perhaps you're hoping to make the transition from working full-time outside of your home to working part-time, or staying home full-time. With the Lord's guidance and help and the commitment of yourself and your husband, you can be home with your … [Read more...]
Leaving a Crazy Lifestyle Behind by Lucinda Koesters
"It was a life I wanted to leave behind," says Marijo Varney, 36, of Keene, New Hampshire, referencing her "crazy" dual-income existence of two years ago. Husband, Jim, 40, a Quality Engineer for a large medical company worked two hours away from … [Read more...]
Finding a Playgroup: Advice for Shy (and Not-So-Shy!) Moms by Carren Joye
Playgroups provide fun, friendship and support for parents and children, but many parents find the idea of approaching other parents at the park or joining a group of strangers daunting. It's okay to be cautious, but don't let shyness keep you from … [Read more...]