Hi. My name is Karen and I am a human debit machine. At least that's what my children think. "Mom. Can you give me money for [insert random, ever-changing item here]?" Sound familiar? If you pop open a window and poke your head outside, you will likely hear this anthem ringing across our … [Read More...]
Parenting
To the Mom Who Does Not Need More Judgment
If ever there was a moment for a Mom to crawl back into a fear-based parenting shell, it was today. Today. When a routine walk to school almost ended tragically. Here is an open letter to the Mom whose son gave us all a scare. /// I stood on the … [Read More...]
Why Moms Deserve Parenting Wins, No Matter How Small
Sunday mornings have always been precious around here. Since my husband gets paid to go to church, he leaves much earlier than the rest of us (he's a pastor). This means that I am the shuffle-kids-out-the-door Mama which we all know is a lovely … [Read More...]
5 Mother’s Day Heroes Who are Often Overlooked
At the exact moment I became a parent, I had a new appreciation for the expression “It takes a village.” After giving birth, I suddenly wanted my Mom to move in with us. And even if I don't know you, I would have loved your Mom to move in too. … [Read More...]
Money
5 Ways to Stop Giving Our Children Money
Hi. My name is Karen and I am a human debit machine. At least that's what my children think. "Mom. Can you give me money for [insert random, ever-changing item here]?" Sound familiar? If you pop open a window and poke your head outside, you … [Read More...]
Smart Money Tip #1: Pay Cash for Big Items
Once upon a time there was a Mama who wanted her children to have piano lessons. Except they didn't have a piano. And she didn't have room in the budget to buy one. The. End. C'mon - you know me better than that. My love for a challenge would … [Read More...]
4 Surprisingly Affordable Birthday Parties
Is it possible to host an affordable birthday party that is not in your home? Parents can pay hundreds of dollars for off-site venues without even blinking. That is not hard. What is more difficult is not spending a small fortune. My recent … [Read More...]