I loved Walmart – back when Sam was still in charge. The atmosphere of the stores abounded in friendliness and warmth. The employees I knew told of a family more than a job. You could find what you needed and at reasonable prices. The entire story from start to finish was all-American. Things change, and Walmart went away and was replaced by a massive superstore. One by one, the little stores around the community closed up. Maybe it was coincidence, but I had my doubts. The big supercenter had its benefits – mainly great prices and one stop shopping. The …Find out more
Income Tax Refund Boosts Debt Freedom
The bumps in the path on our move towards debt freedom jostled our resolve. We had no debt but the mortgage and an equity loan that had allowed us to enlarge the home to three bedrooms for our growing family. When he left his job in 2007, our income fell …Find out more
Running the Heath Insurance Maze
My husband gets insurance through his work and the coverage is good. The only issue we have is our lack of need. Even with regular check-ups, our family does not visit the doctor enough to justify even the small premium that we pay through the employer. Traditional health insurance does …Find out more
Squeezing Milk from a Turnip
The numbers all turn up zero. The finances have been tight the last several months. The outflow is more than the inflow due to a steep decrease in the inflow column. Hours have been spent trying to remove some of the outflow, but a dead end and brick wall seems …Find out more
Quick and Easy Taco Pie Recipe
Feeding growing boys gets exhausting and expensive. Several years ago, I created a recipe for Taco Pie that cuts back on both of those. I have even modified it a little to be used in a crockpot if you want something to be ready when you get home. Taco Pie
Three New Outfits for Free
My closet needed help. The last few years I had relegated myself to baggy pants and t-shirts (all the better to deal with three boys). Last year was the first year I had bought a new pair of heels and I LOVE them. I was determined to make a change, …Find out more
Tater Tot Casserole Feeds the Crew
Time and money get tight in a house filled with men. Even the four year old can eat like a bear stocking up for the winter. Trying to find meals that will satisfy this hungry crowd can be overwhelming at times. It helps to be able to look to a …Find out more