by Sami | Feb 12, 2009 | Devotions, Parenting
I just spoke to an old and dear friend this morning who recently had her first child and just returned to work. She shared how much she missed her baby already, but felt more like herself when she was working. “Of course,” I replied. When we work, even...
by Sami | Feb 12, 2009 | Deals, Uncategorized
I don’t know why I wait so long to try new things I buy – call it guilt, buyer’s remorse or sheer doubt, but as much as I love finding a good deal or a new gadget, I more often than not return it before I ever get the chance to test it out. You all...
by Sami | Feb 11, 2009 | Uncategorized
This I hear as I’m getting ready to pay after my first ever shopping trip with coupons. Believe me, I wanted to brag, but I didn’t have to. And this recognition came from a young man with glasses buying dog food! Now don’t get me wrong, I’ve...
by Sami | Feb 10, 2009 | Kid Tip, Parenting
I’ve discovered some great sites that are helping me immensely as a thrifty and fun mom! I don’t know how these other women do it, but I sure am glad I can benefit from it! https://www.faithfulprovisions.com/ https://www.moneysavingmom.com/...
by Sami | Feb 9, 2009 | Uncategorized
When I was in college, I thought I knew everybody I went to school with. If a friend asked me if I knew someone, I’d ask them, “what do they do?” or “what sorority are they in?” or “what sport do they play?” We always seemed to describe people by what they did, not...
by Sami | Feb 9, 2009 | Uncategorized
Ok, just as I think I’ve got this thing down, I get a 60 degree day thrown at me in February! But that’s ok – my logic remains nonetheless. After my initial freak out at moving into single degree weather with only two sweaters to my name, I quickly...