Okay, so it didn’t go quite like that. But I did quit my job. Last Friday was my final day. It wasn’t a sudden decision. I had been planning to leave for months. A change in company owner...
A couple of weeks ago, I asked for your best advice on saving a several hundred dollars each month. Thank you so much to all of you that participated! You had some great ideas for shaving dollars off...
We try to keep a moderate schedule. My oldest son is typically in one or two extracurricular activities that never require more than a couple of hours one or two evenings each week. This spring, howe...
Source: Uploaded by user via Cynthia on Pinterest There have been some exciting developments happening in my world lately. A couple of fantastic opportunities I’ve never before considere...
Source: bordengymnastics.ca via Jenny on Pinterest The past few weeks have been a total whirlwind for me. Earlier this month I launched my first e-book, then awaited some changes looming in my...
Source: flickr.com via Jenny on Pinterest There are many areas in my life where I practice frugality, or just do without. The funny thing is, those areas where I cut back are areas in which I ...
When we find ourselves in the midst of a crisis, it can be difficult to let go of our current circumstances and jump into the unknown. Sometimes clinging to the familiar — no matter how painful...
I am absolutely thrilled to share the release of my first e-book, Wake Up: Break Free from Advertising Influences with you! It has been a long time in the making, but this e-book is finally available...
I’ve had requests from several of you for an update on our emergency fund progress. I’m happy to report, our emergency fund is now completely funded. The timing couldn’t be better. ...
Less debt. Less stuff. Less commitments. Less stress. More flexibility. More peace. More free time. More contentment. I’ve asked you what you want to hear more about on Ex-Consumer and you told...
The kids enjoying the sand while waiting for the sun to "sink into the water." You may have noticed that things have been a little quiet over here. I spent the last week taking a much neede...
Warning! This post might get a little deep. If you’re not into the whole meaning of life question, you’ll probably want to skip this one. Still with me? OK, but don’t say I didnR...
Those of you that have been following this blog for awhile know that near the start of a new month, I like to post an update of any financial goals I’m working towards. Currently, Kirk and I ar...
Commercial deodorants contain questionable ingredients that soak into our underarm lymph nodes each time we apply them — antiperspirants especially. It’s widely known that ingredients lik...
Many of us spend a good chunk of our income on food. We all need to eat, and many of us have children to feed as well. This single spending category can be the easiest to let get out of control. How ...
Just when I thought life was going according to plan, an un welcomed fork in the road emerged quite unexpectedly. While I can’t yet divulge the details of the sudden end and potential new begin...
It occurred to me the other day that many of you may be getting irritated with my emergency fund updates. Particularly if you’re new here, you may be wondering where the heck I’m getting ...
I have mixed emotions about Valentine’s Day. On the one hand, I love doing a little something special for my husband and children on February 14th. On the other hand, I’m repulsed by the ...
Today’s guest post is written by my friend Josh Martin over at www.joshmartinink.com. Any of us that are or have been in debt can relate to the nakedness we feel once we decide to stop trying t...
A few weeks ago I shared some of my favorite DIY cleaning recipes with you. Today I would like to share one of my personal care favorites. First off, my reasons for making many of my own personal car...
Is it just me, or did the first month of 2012 seem to buzz past quickly? This winter has been unusually mild in Ohio, so maybe that’s why it seems to be moving so fast for me. I haven’t r...
Sometimes I have to stop and realize that not all people feel comfortable discussing personal finances. I’ve always enjoyed discussing money matters, but this may be because I feel that money m...
Over the past year I’ve derived great pleasure from learning how to make many everyday cleaning solutions myself. In the past, the overwhelming scents and fumes of commercially sold cleaners bu...
Happy New Year! As I look back over the little things we did last year to enable us to pay off all of our consumer debts, I realized one of the most important things we did – and have always d...
As 2011 comes to a close, I’m left reflecting over what the past year has brought. I’m feeling overwhelmingly grateful as I stop to remember all that has been accomplished this year. Paid...
Think back to the last time you picked up a magazine or catalog and walked away from it feeling better about yourself. If you’re having a hard time remembering such a time, you’re not alo...
Over the past year, I’ve talked a lot about how to eliminate debt. You’ve joined me as I found creative ways to reduce expenses and increase my cash flow. Today I want to share with you s...
Have you ever discovered a truth that you knew for certain would improve the world — if only more people knew? Have you ever excitedly gushed to friends and family about the life-altering knowl...
I love Christmas. I love the family gatherings, the cookies, the lights and most of all — I love the magic glimmer in children’s eyes as they anticipate the excitement of the holiday seas...
Sometimes life gets busier than we want. When this happens, sometimes friendships and relationships suffer. I’m fortunate to have a few very old friends that I can meet up with every so often a...
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