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Finding a Moms Group by Amy Allen Clark

Becoming a mom was both an exciting and scary time for me. I returned back to work full-time and, despite these great changes in my life, found that my work & friendships resumed back to what … [Read more...]

Exiting off the Fastlane by Cheryl Gochnauer

Chores I used to perform as the rest of the family slept are now done during normal working hours. I schedule my duties to fit my family's timetable. I like being able to focus on doing this one … [Read more...]

A Decision to Stay Home by Monica Resinger

I worked at an office job up until my son was two struggling with the guilt and yearning of wanting to be home to raise him full time. I was extremely lucky because my grandmother watched him, but I … [Read more...]

Frugal Foreigner: The Sari – Not Just a Fancy Dress

May 18, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 7 Comments

Before I came to India, I pictured saris as special occasion-wear - fancy, nice, and expensive. Now I know better. "Work saris" are sold for as little as 99 rupees (just over $2). Weddings, church … [Read more...]

Frugal Foreigner Cost Comparison: The Cost of Being White

April 27, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 2 Comments

Here are three sets of girl’s Indian bangles (bracelets). The first set was bought by me in Commericial Street, a touristy shopping area in downtown Bangalore. I forgot to bargain and paid the … [Read more...]

Muffin Tin Monday: Spring Muffin Tin Breakfast

April 25, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 2 Comments

This week's muffin tin meal was a breakfast tin. I did another Spring-themed meal. (See my Easter Bunny muffin tin lunch, and Resurrection-themed muffin tin meal as well.) Our Spring muffin tin … [Read more...]