Archive for the 'Carnivals' Category


Should We Downsize?

Downsizing seems to be the hot topic at our house lately. My husband and I had a long discussion last week. It revolved around finances, lifestyle, goals and happiness. Since I quit my job 5 months ago, I’ve never been happier!
Downsizing
I took interest in the CNN story about a couple selling their home to [...]


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Gas Prices, Upcoming Business Launch, Crawling and More!

We’re celebrating! The second phase of our business recently got the approval to launch. Stay tuned… in the next week, I’ll tell you all about it! If you have kids, this is one that you won’t want to miss!
In other news at the Dupaix household this week, I bought my new car, we’re scheduled [...]


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The Lake That Vanished, Flood Insurance, and Lots of Links

We don’t live anywhere near a flood plain; however, after this weekend, I’m tempted to get flood insurance. Nearby Lake Delton vanished in two hours! When the 267 acre lake drained it took several homes and a huge amount of tourism revenue with it.
It’s completely unbelievable! The homes were not in a flood plain [...]


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Carnival of Financial Goals

Welcome to the Carnival of Financial Goals. To see what the carnival is all about, read the Announcement of the Carnival of Financial Goals.The Carnival was overwhelmed with 98 submissions this month! I’ve selected 24 of the best articles and included them here.
Editor Picks:

Nicole presents The Zen And Art Of Coupon Clipping posted [...]


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My Six Word Memoir, The Ridiculously Small Car, and the Housing Market

Credit Addict asked me to share my thoughts in six words. Wow, six words?
Kids & Family. Life & Happiness. Goals & Money.
In that order (and no, the & signs don’t count!) While I write about money like it’s the answer, it’s not my top priority. Here’s who I’m calling on next to share their [...]


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