According to Forbes Magazine, student debt in America is higher than both credit card and auto loan debt, with over 44 million borrowers and over $1.3 trillion in outstanding loans. With these numbers, it is no surprise that your child may be feeling a crunch on their finances as a result of student loan payments. Many graduates find it difficult or nearly impossible to make their student loan payments every month, while others just want to … [Read more...]
How to Plan the Ultimate Family Staycation
How to Plan the Ultimate Family Staycation Who says you have to travel halfway across the globe to have a good time? The truth is, you and your family can enjoy an amazing experience right in your own backyard. That’s right –– no road trips, no flights, no cramped hotel rooms, and not one “are we there yet?” The key to creating an awesome staycation for you and your kids is to be creative, open, and innovative. Fortunately, we can help you get … [Read more...]
Eliminating Debt for the Modern Mom
Graduating from college is one of the happiest, momentous, exciting, saddest, horrifying, and turbulent times for any adult, nonetheless a mother also dealing with the needs of a family. With such a large range of emotions, focusing on the next steps in life becomes difficult. Life altering decisions hang in the balance while you transition from a student to a full-time participant in the world of capitalism as an employee or entrepreneur. … [Read more...]
The 7 Best Movies to Watch If You’re a Music Fanatic
If you love music and everything to do with it, there are a few movies that you’ll appreciate both the storyline and soundtrack of. Music can really bring a movie to life. Here are some of the best movies to watch whether you play or are just a big fan of music. Chicago A huge Broadway hit, this movie was made in 2002. If you are a fan of musicals and Broadway shows, you’ll love the music-filled movie set in the jazz-era, which follows … [Read more...]
8 Foods to Avoid for a Flat Belly
8 Foods to Avoid for a Flat Belly Whether you’re looking to avoid a bloated belly or shed off some extra pounds, the solution is in your diet: you need to eat clean! While the grocery store is decorated with aisles full of colorful snacks and pre-packaged meals, the majority of them should be avoided at all cost. This food is full of harmful chemicals, artificial sweeteners, and excess fats that serve no purpose other than to bloat you, stay … [Read more...]
Chocolate Guinness Donuts with Baileys Glaze
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Chocolate Guinness Donuts with Baileys Glaze With Valentines Day in our rear view mirror, it's time to start planning for St. Patricks Day! I typically look for mint or green items, but this donut recipe looked like a fabulous treat for the grown ups in the crowd! With both GUINESS and BAILEY'S it's sure to be a hit for your next Patty's Day get together! INGREDIENTS Donut: 1 cup Flour 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder 1/2 tsp Baking … [Read more...]
To Buy a Car, or Not to Buy: Which Should You Choose for Your Family?
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To Buy a Car, or Not to Buy: Which Should You Choose for Your Family? You’ve been plugging along just fine in your decade-old vehicle until you see Miss Jones pull up to the school in her shiny new SUV. Hmm, is it time for a new car? What would you choose? Would you buy or lease? We’ve all been in that position before. And it’s a huge decision, especially if your current vehicle is in good working order. Let’s explore the pros and cons … [Read more...]
Signs of Hidden Water Leaks You Shouldn’t Ignore
The source of some water leaks in your home, like a leaky faucet, is very obvious and therefore, easy to fix. But what about those leaks that are not as obvious and exist for days or even months? Before you can fix a problem, you have to know where it is. Because water leaks can cause a lot of damage, it is important to understand the signs of water leaks so you can identify and then fix them. If you live in Melbourne, visit … [Read more...]
What Inspires Me to Stay Healthy #BetterOffHealthy
This is a sponsored post in partnership with The Motherhood on behalf of Nature’s Bounty I recently shared my weight loss journey here on the blog. It's taken many years, but I've successfully taken off 185 pounds, 95 of it recently, and have managed to maintain for the past year. It wasn't an easy process by any means, but I had inspirations from many corners of my life. My biggest why.... my biggest inspiration was that I wanted to be able … [Read more...]
3 Tech Gadgets to Help Moms Get Through Busy Mornings
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Mornings are hard enough for everyday people, but as a mom, you know the horrors that mornings can entail all too well. The baby kept you up all night so forgot to set your alarm, then your three-year-old wakes up with the stomach flu, and now you can’t remember which after-school activities your oldest child needs to be dropped off at today. And although the chaos seems to never end, there are some things to help your mornings go a little … [Read more...]
