My Dutch genes are just too strong! I have the urge again to share more about savin’ the dough! Over the years I have written a list of websites that offer money-saving tips, coupons, homemade recipes, saving on merchandise, and just how to “work the system” so to speak. By that I mean save money…
Marvel – definition: one that evokes surprise, admiration, or wonder. To become filled with wonder or astonishment. Do you ever just stand and marvel at something? I know I do! Today I was talking with a customer at the store and she noticed my open heart surgery scar. She was not timid to ask about…
Wow, I know, two days in a row for doing the 30 day blog challenge! Really that is nothing to be proud of Kristin :). This one I have been putting off only because it has taken some time to think about. There is a wide range of things I regret, but I know there…
Since Spring has officially arrived, I have found it is time to do some more cleaning. With our 5 year wedding anniversary just around the corner, I want to go through every room in our house and make sure that the “stuff” we have is needed or will be needed. If not, it’s outta here….
When people look at my life, what do they see? What comes to mind? I know for myself what I see. I once heard the analogy of looking at your life with an “Extreme Makeover – Home Edition” aspect. At the beginning of the show, they pan the camara around to see all the areas…
Have you ever thought about your wants? Wants vs. needs? While I was cleaning (go figure :)), I was thinking about how much our culture is all about wants. Just watch tv for 5 minutes and you will realize how much “wanting” is thrown at us. I started to think about my own wants. I…
