After years of blogging, I've not only learned a ton but established a set of rules I live by in my little blogging world. For my fellow bloggers, I'm sure you have the same. And for my friends and family without blogs, this will give you a little insight into what the blogging world is all about. But first, a little background. I started my blog in 2014 as a platform for ... Read More »
10 Christmas Shopping Ideas on a Budget
I don’t have to tell you Christmas can really add up - you already know that. But it’s also a time of giving and just because it can be expensive is no reason to become Mr. or Mrs. Scrooge. That’s why I love a good bargain anytime of the year, but particularly at Christmas, when my list is at it’s largest.Here are 10 tips I’ve picked up over the years for Christmas shopping on ... Read More »
Why I Can’t Live Without My Weekly Planner
I don’t know about you, but I have a lot going on these days. I’m married, work 50+ hours a week as a Communications Director for a Member of Congress, attend church on Sundays and Wednesdays, do my personal devotions every day, cook, clean, vacuum, maintain some sort of social life, and somewhere in there, I try to blog. (UPDATE: I now have a baby, too!) I may not know you, ... Read More »
10 Simple Tips to Save Money on Your Wedding
Something happens when you start planning a wedding. Well, two things. First you realize you’re in the wrong career because professionals in the wedding business must be making a killing based on what they charge. (You want me to pay $50 to rent each chair?) And second, everything feels incredibly important. You need “blush” tinted roses, not “pink” ones. Thankfully, this ... Read More »
Why My “Word of the Year” is “Vision”
When I first read about people choosing a "word of the year" I honestly thought it was silly. Fast forward a few years and I am now a huge advocate. Why? Because choosing a word is setting the tone for your year. It's also like creating a overarching theme of the year instead of endless resolutions we never keep. A couple of years ago I choose "Vitality." I just felt like I ... Read More »