I remember seeing these homes that had more space, more bedrooms, more closets, more bathrooms, and more yard space. And I wanted one of them until reality set it. All of these homes needed new carpet and a fresh coat of paint throughout the house. The kitchens and bathrooms were stuck in the 1960s. Some … Continue reading Living Small for U.S. Standards
Month: August 2020
Book Review: Home Sweet Maison by Danielle Postel-Vinay
Home Sweet Maison: The French Art of Making a Home by Danielle Postel-Vinay I am a huge fan of books from other countries that focus on a single topic or subject. I enjoyed Cosy from England, Ichigo Ichie from Japan, Making Memories, Hygge, and Lykee from Denmark, Sisu from Finland, and Lagom from Sweden just … Continue reading Book Review: Home Sweet Maison by Danielle Postel-Vinay
Working From Home – Tips For Saving Money
Back in March we were sent home with the hopes of returning back to the office in two weeks. Those two weeks turned into another month at home and yet another month and another month. Just last week they announced we won't be going back until January. I personally think that is a bit too … Continue reading Working From Home – Tips For Saving Money
July 2020 No Spend Recap
2020 GOAL: $4,000 for ROTH IRA + $11,000 in SAVINGS = When I Can Start Paying Extra on Debt July 1st Total Cash: $6,087.35‬Liquid Investments: $3,000.00 (3 Month CD)Savings Goal: $15,000.00Money Left to Save: $5,913.00Current Car Debt: $12,707.04Current Student Loan Debt: $46,418.57 July certainly came in like a wrecking ball and out like a hot … Continue reading July 2020 No Spend Recap