The Power of Time

I just read this great column from the Wall Street Journal by cheapskate Neal Templin.  In it, he describes his experience with wanting an object (in his case, chocolate Malt-o-Meal cereal or a 32 inch flat screen television), and his waning desire over time.  I’ve experienced this myself, though sometimes it’s after the purchase.  The [...]

The Good Shepherd

I’ve been part of a local Bible study that has been focusing in on John, and this past week we were studying Jesus’ teaching of Himself as the Good Shepherd.  Having grown up in the church, most of what we studied was more of a reminder than something new, but I did really connect with [...]

Sometimes decluttering isn’t optional

A notice was taped to our door this past Friday, informing us that all fire escape areas and common hallways were to be free by Monday of any personal belongings, including shoes, bicycles, furniture, clothing, plants, boxes, etc.
Gulp.  We share a mini-hallway with our next door neighbor leading out to the fire escape, and lately, [...]

I’ll never complain again . . .

My in-laws told me about this story, and it made me so thankful for the minor problems I struggle with.  I wanted to thank all of you who commented on my question of what to do with a child who hits, by the way.  We still have a ways to go, [...]

Super Savings Saturday – $120 of Old Navy for $20

This past week, and month, actually, have not been stellar in terms of grocery shopping.  In the past, we’ve managed to stay within $225 for the month, and raised our food budget this month to $245, but still, we’ve pushed that boundary and probably will come in at 275 or so.  I have ideas as [...]