Working Hard So You Don't Have To
How often do you throw parties or get invited to one? Do you respond to RSVPs? Do you ask for responses? RSVPs Can Be So Frustrating Get it together people! That’s what I feel like yelling when I send out an invitation. Granted that doesn’t happen often, I don’t entertain much, but when I do I like to know about… Read More
When a loved one dies, along with grieving, we are left with a long list of tasks. This list can get confusing and add more stress to an already stress filled time. Bills, belongings, money, homes, vehicles, burial, contacting family and friends, etc… There is a lot to process in a short amount of time. So where does this leave… Read More
Getting started on savings is the hardest part. There are so many different ways for us to spend all of our money. In the commercial society we live in today, its hard not to want things. We’re being advertised to all the time! It started young for us. I remember My Buddy and Cabbage Patch doll commercials growing up. Half… Read More
What would you do with an extra 400 bucks? Budgeting and saving can be tricky. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of books in circulation dedicated to just this topic alone. The fundamentals of saving should be taught at a young age. This way good saving habits are part of the thought process involved with decision making regarding money. As… Read More
Sometimes things go bad. Really bad. So what are we supposed to do when that happens? Cry? Rage? Self-pity? Move on? When times get tough there are a few things I like to do to bring a little happiness back in. #1- Feel Sad for A Little While Be upset. Be mad and feel crazy. Listen to some sad songs… Read More
Kids are expensive. Feeding, clothing, housing, educating, sports/ hobbies, etc… Even if you don’t have any of your own, just knowing people with kids can get expensive. Gifts for birthdays, holidays and food (when they come over) can really wrack up. One of the many, many expenses that can get out of hand fast are those associated with birthdays. Not only… Read More
Background checks are commonplace in today’s world. (My kid’s school makes you file for one just to volunteer there.) It’s almost too easy for someone to look you up and find out your history. But, there are times when you are the one requesting the background check. Clearance for government jobs is a top reason. If you have ever gone… Read More
If you or a family member are planning to go to a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Rehab Hospital after getting injured or sick, there are a few things you need to know. There is often a HUGE miscommunication regarding what you’ll be doing, how long you’ll stay, amenities, activities, etc… Who knows where this breakdown in the info line… Read More
Moving from the hospital to a skilled nursing facility is hard. The move happens fast and you don’t have a lot of time to process all that will change once you get to your new medical facility building. The transition from one to the other doesn’t have to be shocking. Learn what to expect and how to handle to… Read More
Also known as intermittent fasting, time restricted feeding is by far the easiest way to “diet” without dieting. Isn’t that the dream for a lot of us. Turns out, it isn’t a dream at all. It’s an easy to follow routine that can make a HUGE difference in your body. What is time restricted feeding? It’s a simple concept. You… Read More
