It currently costs a quarter of a million dollars to raise a child in North America. Pretty sure half of that goes towards school expenses. “Mom – I need $64 for a textbook next week.” “Can you … [Read more...]
A Teenager’s First Job: 9 Priceless Lessons Worth More Than a Paycheck
Chances are, you found this article by searching "How to Help Land Your Teenager's First Job" or "How Can I Get My Teenager Off the Couch?" Either way, welcome to a place of hope and … [Read more...]
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 … [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 … [Read more...]
10 Hints For Stress-Free Home Birthday Parties
If you're looking for me during the months of October, November, December and January, I'll be hosting home birthday parties for our four kids. That's high-level family planning right … [Read more...]
How to Plan Amazing Spring Break Fun on a Budget
If you stay home with kids on Spring Break the choices are simple: endlessly referee cooped up siblings, throw money at last-minute outings or enter the week armed with a low-budget, high-fun … [Read more...]
