How to Fix Spending Habits
Sometimes we don’t realize that we have a spending habit - we fail to see those small everyday purchases. The Redbull at the gas station, the chapstick at the checkout line, the item from the One Spot Continue reading...
It’s our anniversary but YOU get the present!
I can’t believe that it’s been six years ago today that I said “I do” to the hottest guy around in our $500 wedding ceremony. That day was the official start to our real life on a budget and it has Continue reading...
I need a vacation….like now. Finding Contentment in Life.
“Jessi, I love how content you are.” “Your contentment amazes me and inspires me.” “How are you always so content?” These are just a few of the comments I’ve received throughout my life about how Continue reading...
Real Life on a Budget – Sometimes it’s Just No Fun
Sometimes I get angry over having to live a real life on a budget...I mean let's get real for a moment - making sure you don't go over budget sometimes just flat out sucks. I know, I know, that's not Continue reading...
How to Start Freezer Cooking & Why I Changed My Mind About It
I have to be 100% honest with you – I never in a million years thought that I would be interested in nor did I expect to actually freezer cook. Seriously, freezer cooking to me has always meant that I Continue reading...
Summer Squash Casserole
I love having a garden, but it can be so overwhelming when you reap a large harvest. All of a sudden, you have a zillion and one yellow squash, zucchini, tomatoes, and an assortment of other produce Continue reading...
How to Fix Money Problems in Marriage
I have written about marriage and money many times before but it is a subject that can't just be written about once and then forgotten about. You have to continually keep working at it. Now, this Continue reading...
How to Prepare for Death – Make Your Death Easy on Your Loved Ones
In times of crisis, times of the unknown, times of pain, loss and suffering - thinking clearly and making sound decisions is nearly impossible. Many of my readers know that I recently lost my Continue reading...
2015 Goals Update #6
***Thank y'all so much for your kind words and prayers during this difficult time. I've appreciated every uplifting word y'all have given me after losing my Daddy to cancer. Sincerely thank you. Continue reading...
How to Generate More Income – Where to Begin
How do you generate more income when it feels like you’re already zapped and just plain exhausted? I’m a firm believer in the side hustle – working outside your “normal” job to make additional money, Continue reading...
