Charity on a budget

Christmas and birthdays always present a bit of a challenge when you’re living on a budget, but it’s a challenge that I kind of enjoy. Each year our family has a small set amount to spend … Read More

How I met my English husband in Walmart

In honor of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to share the amusing story of how my husband and I first met: My husband and I met online.  To this day I am a bit hesitant to admit … Read More

Baby’s bedtime buddy

My son was always great about going to bed independently. He slept in his crib from the first night he was home, and we could put him to bed before he was asleep. But somewhere along … Read More

Buying a jumperoo

I swore I would never get a jumper for my baby, but once he started to crawl I changed my mind.  I realized how much he needed a safe place to play where he would be … Read More