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The Mobility Trifecta: A Caregiver’s Journey to Find the Right Wheels for Mom
When I became my 87-year-old mother’s full-time caregiver 18 months ago, I didn’t anticipate becoming an unlicensed expert in all things wheeled or unwheeled. But somewhere between late-night research, airport security lines, test driving and discarding (AKA: hiding them in my closet until I can donate them) rollator walkers, two-wheeled walkers, a variety of canes…
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Ready for Takeoff: How to Prepare for Travel When Your Loved One Needs Extra Care
Travelogue 8/14 Pre-Flight I had help. Thankfully After working a half day to clean up any unfinished work projects, namely my 2025 Statement of Duties (because nothing says procrastination like waiting eight months to write your goals for the year), I faced numerous errands and tasks, but so little time to do them. Especially since…
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Home Hacks That Could Have Big Money Impacts
Back on my BS In my previous post, I shared how I dove into a sea of articles and videos, all in the quest to stretch my budget, save more money, pay down my debt, and make every dollar work overtime for me. Here’s the fun twist: back in February, I wrote a blog post…
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Money Is Nice, But Life Isn’t All About Money
If you have read any of my past posts, you know that I’m digging myself out of a financial hole. You know that I have adopted frugality, budgeting, and various methods to save money. What I haven’t discussed is the things I do that have very little monetary value, but significant value in terms of…
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I Made “The 5 Mistakes Made By The Middle Class That Prevent Them From Being Rich, According To Financial Experts.”
A list of free course to take to be better at your personal finances.
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How I Mastered Frugal Living & Enjoy Occasional Treats
Based on a story by Kristin Stones, 9 Things Frugal Folks Don’t Admit Splurging On My Experience: Beginning with Ambitious Goals In my quest to live frugally and sustainably and pay off my debt by December 31, 2026, I’ve been doing everything I can to save money. Hence, my multiple posts about saving money, being…
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My Take on “The Ultimate Grocery List: 10 Items You Should Always Keep Stocked”
Let’s Discuss Money Talks News posted a video titled “The Ultimate Grocery List: 10 Items You Should Always Keep Stocked: Maximize your grocery budget and minimize your stress by keeping these essential items on hand for easy, versatile cooking.” I agree and disagree with these for various reasons. Let’s review them, and I’ll explain my…
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Price Book to Save at the Grocery Store
Many years ago, I kept a paper notebook as a price book. I tracked the best prices per grocery store, sale cycles, and trends, and I saved a ton of money. I got out of the habit over the years, but now that I’m trying to save money and pay down debt, I’ve decided to…
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Tightwad Gazette – 10 Painless Ways to Save $100 This Year*
Updated for 2025 100 dollars in 1992 is equivalent to $228.87 in 2025. That may not seem like a lot, but if you are trying to get out of debt, save to retire (compound interest, Baby!), or save up some emergency money (things break. Probably more so now than back then, to be honest), that…