I’m not entirely sure how it happened, but mattress sales on Memorial Day are ubiquitous across the United States. Then, there are the home good sales. And the linen sales. And the lawn furniture. And the list goes on. While I have nothing against scoring a bargain on something you actually need, no one should … [Read more…]
New year, new me. This “new me” doesn’t come with any groundbreaking resolution or a detox of any kind. Instead, I’m simply looking at this year–and hopefully this life–as an opportunity to manifest a little less stress. No, I didn’t stumble upon a magic wand. Nor did Santa leave behind a promise for a stress-free … [Read more…]
You’re probably thinking you’re reading about the money moves that I’m planning to make this summer because I’ve gotten so good at goal setting and consistent check-ins. Or maybe you’re thinking it’s because I’m so pumped about finding ways to simplify my finances while boosting my income and living more purposefully. Or maybe you know … [Read more…]
I’ve written about our decision to opt out of opting out before. In short, major spending restrictions don’t seem to target our money needs right now. Five years ago, when I literally bought an espadrille in every color so I could make a rainbow on my personal Instagram account? Money gods, yes. Now? Not so … [Read more…]