thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is its Own Holiday, not Just a Blip on Santa’s Radar

One of those Facebook pops of wisdom (via someecards.com) showed up on my wall the other day. Normally these are quirky and satirical observations that most of us can relate to, but this one spoke to me in a different way. It stated, “Black…
we are thankful

We are Thankful

We are thankful for so much in our life. Even during my husband's job loss.  The older I get, the healthier my respect is for all the good blessings we have in our life. Instead of going after perfection, I celebrate that in a world where…
thanksgiving traditions

11 Fun and Inexpensive Thanksgiving and Black Friday Traditions

Right around the middle of August, in the middle of Houston, I began to crave fall. It’s the time of year when I was born, and it’s always had a special place in my heart above all the other seasons. Leaves changing color, crisp air, new…
financial new years resolutions

Financial New Year's Resolutions

Is this the year where you'll not only set financial New Year's resolutions, but you'll actually meet them? Let me show you financial resolution examples, plus give you motivation for how to meet them.  Setting financial New Year's resolutions…
stocking stuffer ideas

6 Unique Stocking Stuffers for Under $5

Need stocking stuffer ideas that are $5 or less? Let me help you fill up those stockings this year with some really creative ideas, for around $5.    Psst: Since writing this article, several of the items are now a few dollars…
helping the homeless

Spreading Hope in a Spaghetti Jar

Helping homeless people this holiday season (and any time of the year, really) starts with reusing all those spaghetti jars you've been recycling. On my way to work each day I pass three-five people begging for money. Some attempt to…