Month: February 2016

Our Gender Reveal Party

Not too long ago, I shared some bits from our gender reveal party with all of our family. I started going through all of the pictures from that day once we were able to catch our breaths from all the excitement. We had ordered a bunch of black balloons and had them filled with the right […]

Categories: Pregnancy

I think I’m Nesting

I keep hearing from all these women that I meet how I’m going to start nesting.  I mean, literally from the first 5 weeks of pregnancy I just kept hearing about it.  I know they are probably speaking from experience, but isn’t nesting just getting ready for the baby? According to American Pregnancy, “Nesting during […]

Categories: Pregnancy

My Baby Boy

Dear My Baby Boy, I can’t wait to meet you, but take your time.  I may be in a rush to see your face, hold you and count your toes; but I don’t want you in a rush to come any time soon.  You still have awhile to grow and develop, so take your time. […]

Categories: Pregnancy

The Easier Cash Envelope System

To go along with our Finance Focus February theme, I’m sharing a cash envelope system technique that is way easier then carrying cash. The other day while doing our budget, which I update almost daily (I share why below), I took a close look at how we were doing using Dave Ramsey’s envelope system.  I shared […]

Categories: Budget

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Valentine’s Day Recap

Are you a big fan of Valentine’s Day? I’m not. Sure it’s nice to be remembered, but I would rather spending time through out the year telling J how much I appreciate him. I don’t need one day to do it. Plus, it’s a lot of pressure for J to plan this perfect day. I […]

Categories: Life At Home

Establish a Savings Goal – Focus on Finances

Alright, it’s time to get serious.  We’re about half-way through the month of February and we’ve been financially focused all month.  It’s been great.  We’ve been keeping an eye on our spending, watching every penny.  It’s paying off too. By looking at our budget, we’re on track to really accomplish some great goals this month. […]