For the Mommas

OCTOBER 9, 2014

In this coming of age novel, Lettie and Bert squeak by in a tiny town on Cape Cod, one parent an alcoholic and the other absent. Glory is the seventh daughter of Balthazar, High King of the Twelve Kingdoms. Throughout Lettie keeps her biting humor flowing, her razor-sharp pen at the ready, and her eye on her quest for a “normal” life.

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Beauty Lighting Cape Cod Virginia 55

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

I’m busy raising my daughters with my 50-something husband, managing our small business, and writing my blog. And then at the end of the rainbow, you retire, and move to Florida. The cost of college education is crushing and many parents feel compelled to assist or pay for the entire tuition. Go to school.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 3, 2014

Florida prison chaplain John Jordan’s search for the peace that has so long eluded him is interrupted by an unimaginable murder. But when a new family moves near by and her parents insist she becomes friends with the new guy in town, things get turned upside down in ways she never thought possible. Blood of the Lamb by Michael Lister.

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Campbells Missouri Oregon Free Stuff 51

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. Did you ever receive any financial education in school or from your parents? We went hiking at Turkey Creek in Florida. Not at all.

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Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2015

percent of all vacation trips now consist of grandparents, parents and children traveling together. My parents not only traveled with siblings and children, but also took my children on vacation with them. We took my Mom with us to Florida in the 1980’s. Not so when the parents are along. Be clear about finances.

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Vacation Family Grandchildren Kids and Family 100

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 24, 2014

We laughed until our cheeks hurt, spent time with our family in Florida, and had an amazing time. I feel incredibly blessed to even be able to go on vacation, and am so thankful to our daughter for making it so affordable. My parents did too. I’m a couch potato – and a homebody. My husband and I LOVE watching TV.

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