Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 12, 2013
Giving is not easy for all children to understand immediately. They’re Always Listening. I have hesitated in the past to allow the kids to watch the news, but I’ve also found that some of the news opens up good conversations with my kids. I let that soak in for a while and we continued our shopping.
Couponing 101
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Use positive wording to remind children that they can do it, whether that’s doing their best on an upcoming test or being kind to their classmates. Your children can give you a pep talk, too! ” If you’re anything like most families, you’ve probably had this conversation more times than you can count.
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The Frugal Girl
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Here’s a recent example from a text conversation with Sonia, where I’m in blue: Anyway. They give what THEY think the other person should like. Sometimes there are terrible misspellings, and those always make me laugh because I know I’ve searched/texted things like that, hoping that auto-correct will save me.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 5, 2012
Whether or not you can give it, or even should give it – you feel guilty if you do not. We all know that giving or lending money to a friend or relative can be a recipe for disaster. Plan a Speech Develop an elevator speech – a very short (1 minute or so) prepared speech to control the conversation.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 11, 2012
It is so easy to accumulate stuff and sometimes so hard to get rid of it (sell it, give it away or even throw it away). Wouldn’t it be great if everyone who will give you a holiday gift this year could just find exactly what you want or need! Even more importantly, should you nudge people to give you want you really want or need?
Couponing 101
JUNE 6, 2020
Asking your child what they know will give you a better idea of what they know and what they may still need to learn. Not only will this give them better information, but it will also show them that they don’t have to have all the answers, either. Use Outside Resources. Plan On Having Follow-Up Conversations.
Couponing 101
MARCH 25, 2020
You might picture yourself cuddling every night and having deep conversations you never had time for previously. You might not be able to enjoy a night out like you used to, but these eight fun activities can be a welcome distraction. For instance, you can study a new language (and compete with each other) using Duolingo.
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