"I recently saw a special on the TLC cable channel called "Extreme Couponing" where people use coupons to stockpile grocery items, which they get nearly for free. I would love to hear your thoughts about it."More >>
When I was 24, an ambitious young woman and aspiring entertainment executive, two things rattled my career-gal world: First, I read Lisa Belkin's article, "The Opt-Out Revolution" about successful women who decided to "opt-out" of their careers and become SAHMs. Second, I started listening to you. More >>
One great way to save money on paper towels is to use rags more frequently. In this article, I'll briefly describe how to cut rags to get the most efficient use out of them. More >>
The majority of Moms do NOT need to work. It depends where their priorities are and how much they are willing to sacrifice. My sister and her husband live 45+ miles from any major town and raised 4 children. He works, she does not. More >>
My fondest memory of a Christmas past is a conversation I overheard between my parents. I was around five years old at the time. They knew I really wanted to learn how to play the piano but the purchase of a piano would be above and beyond what they could afford in those days. More >>
Do you know that fewer than half of Americans make New Year's Resolutions?
Of those who do make them, the three most frequent resolutions are about weight loss (no surprise there), exercise, and stopping smoking. Also popular are ones dealing with better money management and debt reduction. More >>
After college, I had the opportunity to take a job in my hometown. The pay was so low, I would have to live at home. My mother said "No". She said if I didn't break out of my comfort zone and spread my wings at that time, I never would. More >>
Hearty back-to-school meals can be quick and simple, as these split-second specialties prove. Sweet potatoes stuffed with soy cheese and pinto beans will pep up even the most hesitant student to finish homework. Cucumbers filled with goodie-enhanced whipped cream cheese probably will delight picky eaters of all ages. Those tuckered from after-school workouts, like football or basketball, will be well rejuvenated with healthful desserts, such as fresh raspberries and sugar-free whipped cream topped with warmed chocolate bran muffin and raisin crumbles. More >>
Summer cooking - whether it's a quick grill or just tossing together fresh cold ingredients - is marked by ease and speed. That alone, is enough to make some folks dread the transition to more complex autumn dishes, no matter how tasty they are. During these next weeks of seasonal transition, though, it's a wonderful time to synergistically blend the best of both times of year. More >>
"I recently saw a special on the TLC cable channel called "Extreme Couponing" where people use coupons to stockpile grocery items, which they get nearly for free. I would love to hear your thoughts about it." 
When I was 24, an ambitious young woman and aspiring entertainment executive, two things rattled my career-gal world: First, I read Lisa Belkin's article, "The Opt-Out Revolution" about successful women who decided to "opt-out" of their careers and become SAHMs. Second, I started listening to you. 
Do you know that fewer than half of Americans make New Year's Resolutions?
Hearty back-to-school meals can be quick and simple, as these split-second specialties prove. Sweet potatoes stuffed with soy cheese and pinto beans will pep up even the most hesitant student to finish homework. Cucumbers filled with goodie-enhanced whipped cream cheese probably will delight picky eaters of all ages. Those tuckered from after-school workouts, like football or basketball, will be well rejuvenated with healthful desserts, such as fresh raspberries and sugar-free whipped cream topped with warmed chocolate bran muffin and raisin crumbles. 
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