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27 Things I’m Thankful For
When things are going well, it's easy to feel gratitude. But when things are kind of lousy, it's a lot more difficult to feel thankful. I'm writing this post not just because of Thanksgiving, but because I need to make more of an effort to be grateful. As I've...
How to Start a WordPress Blog on Bluehost
Blogging has changed my life in so many ways. I’ve made friends that I never would have met if it weren’t for my blog. I’ve earned extra money that I’ve been able to put toward the debt snowball on my student loans (we've paid off over $80,000 of debt so far!). I’ve...
It’s The Little Things
I don't know about you, but I've been feeling crabby lately. I've been in a funk for the past few weeks due to health issues that are causing constant pain. For reasons I won't bore you with, I can't go to the doctor right now (even though I have insurance), so I...
Month in Review: October 2016
*Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I only promote products that I truly believe in. I love fall. Autumn means wearing cozy sweaters, drinking hot cocoa, picking apples, carving pumpkins, and playing in the leaves. It's the little things in life....
5 Things I’ve Given Up During My Quest for Minimalism
When we think of minimalism, we often imagine sleek, sparse décor. De-cluttering is an essential aspect of it, but minimalism is about so much more than just getting rid of old junk. Minimalism is about getting rid of anything that weighs us down. It’s about...
What’s Next? Paying Off Debt is NOT the End Goal
Someone recently asked me what I plan to do once my student loans are paid off. I said something vague about buying a house, and the conversation made me realize that I don’t spend that much time thinking about what comes next. When our student loans are gone, then...
4 Ways to Find an Affordable Vet
As veterinary medicine has advanced, most vet hospitals have purchased expensive equipment in order to provide critical care for seriously ill pets. These days, it’s not uncommon for dogs with cancer or other fatal diseases to receive chemotherapy, highly specialized...
Month in Review: September 2016
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I only promote products that I truly believe in. I like to plan things in advance. I write my posts ahead of time whenever I can, and this post was no different. I had a cheerful draft of this post all ready to go - I...
Shopping for a New Car? Here’s How to Find the Best End of Year Deals
Auto makers have always had a calendar year of their own that rarely if ever, squares with the January to December calendar year observed by the people they hope to count as customers. Model year 2017 cars are already arriving in dealership showrooms. And, though...
3 Things I Still Splurge On While Paying Off Debt
The hubby and I are paying off $117,000 of student loan debt in three years on entry-level salaries. This forces us to live an extremely frugal lifestyle. People often ask me if there is anything I do splurge on. I rarely splurge, but there are a few things I...
#Minsgame Part 1
I recently went to my friend Heather’s house for the first time, and seeing her house inspired me to start the Minsgame challenge. Heather lives in a 720 square foot home. A lot of homes this size might seem cramped, but Heather’s didn’t. Why? Because she’s a...
Month in Review: August 2016
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I only promote products that I truly believe in. August has been an interesting month with a lot of ups and downs. The weather has been cooling off a little bit (which is odd for August, but I love it). I'm excited...