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Top Tips for a Frugal Wedding

Your wedding does NOT have to cost a million dollars! However, it should be special and it can be absolutely beautiful. I’ve been to plenty of weddings that were both cute AND cost-friendly! The great thing about planning a frugal wedding is that you won’t start your marriage completely broke. Since finances is one of... Read More

How to Develop a Growth Mindset

My husband was once in a job interview and was asked why he was a good fit for the job. He replied “I have developed a growth mindset.” The interviewers immediately perked up and shared impressed looks. They hired him right away! Growth mindsets are powerful tools, and the principle of growth mindsets is gaining... Read More

Communication Skills for Couples

Families build happy and healthy relationships by using loving communication. Achieving that kind of communication takes consistent effort and practice!  The more you can develop skills for healthy communication, the more you and your family will be able to address needs, understand one another, and work together to build a happy home. There are 3... Read More

Tips to Save Money in College

There are many ways to save your money – even in college! College is a weird time financially, especially because it’s usually the transition step from home life to adult life. You might not feel totally like an adult because your parents help pay for tuition (or at least keep you on their insurance!), lend... Read More

10+ Awesome Outdoor Activities for Teens and Adults

This post is all about outdoor activities for teens and adults. Playing outside doesn’t have to end once you grow up! While you and your kids may have outgrown the swingset, there are ample activities to keep you occupied this summer without a screen! Enjoy some fresh air and fun activities in the sun! Outdoor... Read More

The #1 Metaphor to Use For Teaching Sex

Are you looking for the best metaphor to use when teaching sex? The quick answer is: none of them!!! That’s right, you heard me. Using metaphors to teach sex is NOT the best way to go about it. One of the biggest problems with teaching sex is that lots of people like to use metaphors.... Read More

5 Categories You Need in Your Budget:

Whether you’ve just started your budget or are a veteran in the budgeting world, make sure you have included these 5 categories in your budget! Goals: Probably my number one tip on budgeting is to focus on your goals. When you have a goal that your budget is focused on, you have motivation to stay... Read More

How To Master the Art of Resolutions

Resolutions.. Don’t you mean the goals you set in January and forget about in March?! (that is, if you manage to make it to March…) Resolutions are sometimes a sore subject because we remember all the resolutions we haven’t kept! How many times did you resolve to lose weight, eat healthy, go to bed early,... Read More

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4 Topics to Discuss Before You Get Engaged

So, you’re ready to get engaged?! How exciting! Getting married is going to be one of the best decisions of your life. That is, as long as you’ve done your homework! My friends and peers have shared a few crazy stories of people getting engaged and then married, only to realize that their new spouse... Read More