money – SaveYourSelf

My Goal Mate

Today, I am going to work and then to the spa for some much-needed self-care. Also today, my teen-age son is having his wisdom teeth removed. Before you start “bad mothering” me, relax. My husband’s got this.

Rush, Relax, Reset

Every few months, I have to roll TF out. Solo travel is my salvation. It’s how I recharge.

My Dilemma: To Sweep Up or Clean Up?

Like many people, I was struggling with inflation and an increasing cost of living. So, what did I decide to do about this financial shortfall? I started cleaning my dining room, of course.

Loud, But Not Proud

At work, I walk in and holler at people, literally. Don’t worry, it’s expected of me. That’s the culture of my workplace. There are some very loud people.

I Quit: One Year Later

A year ago, I quit my job during a pandemic. I never panicked. I thought I would, but I didn’t. Here’s what I did.

I Quit: Because My Husband Said So

The “I Quit” Series explores the different reasons women leave their jobs. My husband has had enough. It is time for me to do what’s best for our family, he says.

Holy Cow!

By SaveYourSelf.biz $2,457.55. This is the amount my household spent on food in ONE month this year. I couldn’t believe it. I was chatting with my husband, probably about food, when my Mint app notified me of my monthly expenses. Leading the pack: Food. That is an embarrassing figure. To put this into perspective, thisContinue reading “Holy Cow!”

Putting Your Money Where Your Values Are

By SaveYourSelf.biz Say it loud I’m cheap and I’m proud Yup, I’m cheap. And I completely own it. When I was younger, my mother would jokingly—at least I hope she was joking—call me a miser and say that I was going to save all my money, die and then someone else would spend it. Ouch!Continue reading “Putting Your Money Where Your Values Are”