focus on what truly matters
Over the last few days, we have been dog-sitting the family dog. When she came into our lives about 10 years ago, her and I became really close. She would follow me around the house and would almost always let me hold her. I took care of her day-to-day needs, and even had a little…
Continue reading ➞ The Irony of Discipline and How to Use It to Your Advantage
There are a few phrases our parents mutter that, for whatever reason, stick with us. Maybe the phrases are funny, sweet, sad, or just truthful. I can remember many examples, but I choose to dwell on one my dad said that taught me a great lesson. He told me once, very simply, "Good things don't…
One day while rolling into our garage and talking about our expenses, I asked my husband, "Where is all our money going?" I am the spender of the couple, and also do most of the groceries and miscellaneous purchases like gifts and clothes. I am not the best at keeping the budget up to date,…
