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Important Financial Goals for Newlyweds

This post is all about financial goals for newlyweds Getting married is so fun. You get to partner up with your best friend and take on the world together! One of the best parts of marriage is making future goals and plans together! You and your best friend get to dream about your future life... Read More

9 Incredible Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

This post is all about Valentine’s Day gift ideas! I have always been a sucker for Valentine’s Day, mostly because I have a major sweet tooth! I love that this holiday is filled with all sorts of delicious candy, with an emphasis on chocolate! For newlyweds, Valentine’s Day can be sweet for more than just... Read More

The Best Winter Activities for Teens and Adults

This post is all about the best winter activities for teens and adults. Wintertime is arguably one of the best times of the year! There is a lot going on between holidays, school breaks, and a change in weather. Although there are plenty of fun things for kids to do, this season can also be... Read More

9 Amazing Christmas Traditions For Adults to Start This Year

This post is all about Christmas traditions for adults! Traditions and rituals are important to incorporate into families. They allow family members to connect in meaningful and consistent ways. You can build a meaningful tradition in 3 easy steps by using communication, commitment, and consistency. Step 1: Communicate – talk about and decide what traditions... Read More

7 Easy Steps to Create Your Newlywed Monthly Budget

This post is all about creating your newlywed monthly budget. One of the biggest adjustments that come with marriage is the financial merging of two different lives! Before, you had one person’s income and expenses. Now that you’re married, you’ve got multiple incomes, multiple expenses, and big financial dreams. Whether you dream of traveling the... Read More

The Ultimate Newlywed Gift Guide

This post has the ultimate newlywed gift guide! The holidays are coming up, which means gift-giving is in the air! If you have some newlywed friends or family members in your life, you might be unsure of what to get them. Newlyweds are in that weird stage of life where they don’t have a big... Read More

15+ Couple’s Halloween Costumes for the Last Minute

This post is all about last minute Halloween costumes for couples! When you’re working, going to college, and/or starting a family, you and your boo might not have time to put together an elaborate Halloween costume. Never fear! There are plenty of costume options that are quick, easy, and SO cheap. In fact, some of... Read More

The BEST Fall Activities for Teens and Adults

This post is all about fall activities for teens and adults. Fall is such a fun season – from corn mazes and hayrides to Thanksgiving and Halloween, there’s a lot to do! While of course the fall season is loaded with fun activities for kids, there’s a lot for teens and adults to enjoy as... Read More

Getting a Month Ahead of Expenses

This post is all about getting a month ahead of your expenses! Dave Ramsey is the modern day money guru. His website is full of tips and tricks to “make real progress with your money”! I once read an article on his site that suggested getting a month ahead of your expenses. I realized that... Read More