From time to time I like to go off topic a little. I like to discuss experiences that I have had beyond the “living on a budget” discussions. This one’s dealing with infertility. Matchdad and I struggled with this head on. I was diagnosed with…
One of the many programs I am a part of is Kiwi Magazines Mom’s Meet Mom Ambassador program. I became part of this program a few years ago after reading about it in Kiwi Magazine. I joined the program and began visiting the site regularly, completing…
We had a wonderful event on Sunday sponsored by Mom’s Meet and Horizon. The group did a tasting of Horizon Super Squeeze. We were able to try three amazing flavors including strawberry, orange, and mixed berry. Horizon included coupons for free products which I used…
Even before I started with the octopus approiach to raise money, I was involved in affiliate programs. Affiliate programs are programs setup by businesses to reward you for bringing them additional business. For example, you really like buying chocolate bars. The business you buy from…
yes, it’s that time again. Oh the joy and wildness of fighting others parents out for a 2-pocket folder. I loath this time of year. But we must face it so here are some of my tips for saving money. Boys are cheaper: Sorry to…
“You better get your a$$ off your shoulders and make that money.” – Ice Cube in the Movie Friday This is the beginning of the journey. This is where it all starts – its the budget. We need to find a way to lower expenses…
I’m sitting in chic-fil-a with my 2 kids after a long day at work. I am physically dirty from crawling under desks all day and emotionally drained. I’m trying the feed the baby who is clearly ready to go while dealing with my older child…
In a time where everything we do seems to be tracked, why not make a little money from it. I am very protective of my family’s “footprint” in society. I rarely sign up to be a part of “tracking” programs that track my purchases. Though,…