Planning a wedding is one of the most fun, and financially stressful events of my life! I feel that I am constantly balancing traditions, ‘must-haves’, wants, and our budget.
I find that if I remember what the day is actually about—love, the union of two people, choosing to spend the rest of my life with someone—and [...]

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Who couldn’t use some extra cash? Perhaps you are planning a trip this year or next, your bills seem to have ballooned out of control, or you are building up your emergency fund. For me and my fiance, we are getting married in April, taking a honeymoon afterwards, and building up our savings after depleting [...]

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Look around the house and you’ll find many items that are wearing out faster than you want. Ever wish you could make them last longer? With a little bit of care, you can stretch out the life of many household items.
How to Make Household Items Last Longer

Printer Ink Cartridges: Start by using an eco-friendly [...]

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Over the holidays I had the privilege of being a part of a very momentous occasion: my grandparents’ 50th wedding anniversary. Celebrating 50 years of love, triumph, children, tears, and joy was such an overwhelmingly wonderful feeling, and one that I hope all of you can experience in either your own milestone anniversary, or through [...]

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Birthday gifts and surprises are not just for kids. After all, why should they have all the fun?
My birthday is coming up, and I thought this would be a great opportunity to share with you lots of companies who offer free goods and services on your birthday each year. Here is a list that you [...]

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