We had a plan. This is not it. Our “baby” was 2, and we could officially say we were out of the baby phase. We were moving on to middle school, baseball, potty training (for the last time), ballet recitals – we completely changed gears mentally. So what’s the first thing we did? Purged all [...]
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Math App Review & Giveaway
February 21st, 2013 
Lindsay My husband’s company has recently developed a math practice app called Math Gnomes that we’ve had a lot of fun with. The kids have each downloaded it to their iPods, and have spent quite a bit of time playing. My 11 year-old son calls it “addicting,” “always different,” and says it can change from easier [...]
It’s My Fault, But…
January 6th, 2012 Lindsay Anyone who has kids knows that the word “But” is ingrained in every child’s vocabulary from birth. (As my 4 year old would be quick to point out, I’m talking about the “good kind” of “but” – not the “bad kind.”) They’re well-versed in excuses like, “But I didn’t mean to throw the ball in [...]
Thankful for Black Friday
November 23rd, 2011 Lindsay Tomorrow is Thanksgiving! I’m sure you’ve heard one or two people mention that over the last few days. I’m sitting here working on my Black Friday shopping list, and thinking about how that relates to getting out of debt. Lots of people avoid Black Friday like the plague. Some people go crazy over it. I [...]
Angels and Grandmas
November 16th, 2011 Lindsay Honest moment: When I started this blog, I was a little nervous. ”Laying it all out there” can be a little intimidating. But I have to say: We have the best friends ever! We have heard from so many friends over the last few days with notes of support and encouragement – friends we haven’t [...]
My husband just threatened me…
November 15th, 2011 Lindsay He said, “I’m considering not shaving til we get out of debt!” Talk about a motivator!
Down with Debt!
November 14th, 2011 Lindsay Sometimes life feels like a highway. The ride is smooth, you’re cruising along quickly, getting where you want to be. Other times, life feels like this bumpy path. It’s rough going, it’s hard to get your footing, and you don’t know what’s around the next turn. That’s where we are. Our family has been [...]
