Is It Better To Live Within Your Means or Work More To Afford More?

Is It Better To Live Within Your Means or Work More To Afford More?

Is it better to learn to live with your means? I think the answer is yes for many reasons. Many people struggle with this though for many reasons. We think we are entitled to things. We deserve things because we work hard. We should have a fancy new house, a new car, expensive vacations every year (or multiple times a year), name brand clothes, newest gadgets, expensive cell phone plans, satellite/cable television, etc. We work hard and deserve the best…

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Corn Chowder

Corn Chowder

One of my very favorite soups has to be corn chowder. I have tried many versions before I created one on my own that had plenty of flavor and could easily become a comfort food. I wanted a corn chowder that could easily be made with ingredients I had on hand and were naturally good for us. I also wanted a corn chowder that I could add a protein to it because I need a lot of protein to curb…

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Frugal Friday: Clean Up Email Time!

Frugal Friday: Clean Up Email Time!

Being frugal is not just for money. A lesson I have learned over the last year is that being frugal applies to all areas of life except for family and friends. The time you spend with them is priceless and cannot be overspent! However, there is an area that has really come to my attention. My email. I was not being very frugal in the area of my email. The realization of how many emails I received in a day…

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Top 10 Posts of 2013

Top 10 Posts of 2013

Every year, I like to share with you what may have drawn you to this blog of mine, or a post that you might have missed that was wildly popular. These, as do all of my posts, mean a lot to me and I am so happy to share what I have learned with you in 2013. 1. Dehydrating Blueberries 2. Homemade Laundry Detergent Revisited 3. Nourishing Foods For Your Food Storage 4. Frugal Tip Friday 5. Monday Frugal Update…

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Are You Struggling Financially This Christmas?

Are You Struggling Financially This Christmas?

How is Christmas going for you this year? With Christmas being just two weeks away, are you feeling overwhelmed or joyous? Wondering when that Christmas “miracle” is coming so you can afford to get some gifts? Wondering how you can buy gifts when the bills are piling up? Wondering how you can get presents for everyone? This time of year is difficult for most people, but those struggling to make ends meet already feel the pressure even more. The temptation…

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