While most traditional Thanksgiving meals center around turkey as its main protein, most people enjoy the sides more than the meat. As you grow up, you realize that different families serve different sides at Thanksgiving even within your same neighborhood. However, the differences grow as … Read More
Planning for Christmas
I personally hate to overlap Christmas and Thanksgiving, but already stores are running Black Friday Christmas sales. It is so easy to go over budget and spend more on Christmas than you can afford. So a week before Thanksgiving, I thought it would be wise … Read More
How to Create a Thanksgiving Tablescape
In less than two weeks, Americans will gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving. Many families do not set formal tables often but Thanksgiving Day is usually an exception. So today we are going to look at the elements needed to create a Thanksgiving tablescape that will … Read More
Perspective During World Turmoil
If you watch the news or are even briefly on social media, then you know about all the things going on in the world today. It is good to be aware of wars, conflicts, and even natural disasters, but it should not overwhelm your day-to-day … Read More
The Gospel Pumpkin: An Object Lesson for Kids
Pumpkins, pumpkins, and more pumpkins! They are in the produce aisles, pumpkin patches, home decor, and flavoring our fall foods and beverages. You can paint them, carve them, bake them, and so much more. Have you ever considered that you could use a pumpkin to … Read More
Home Buying Mistakes
Many people, especially first-time home buyers, have little experience purchasing a home. It is not as easy as writing a check and handing it over. Instead, it can be a complicated process with many opportunities to make a mistake. Therefore, today we are going to … Read More
Two Soup Recipes that Feed the Body and Warm the Soul
As soon as the temperatures start coming down, I love to make soup. It is not only a healthy option for lunch or dinner, but soups are typically easy on the wallet. With inflation high right now, there is no better time to find ways … Read More
Buck the Trends for Fall 2023
The official first day of fall is September 23rd. So, you might be looking for ways to decorate your home with fall decor. However, have you walked through Michaels or Hobby Lobby lately? Did you notice a lack of great fall decor and an overabundance … Read More
How to Build Wealth in Real Estate
There are many ways to build wealth in real estate. You can develop raw land. You can invest in commercial real estate or REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts). Another option is to make money by holding onto a piece of property or home and selling … Read More
Top Fall Decor Trends for 2023
Fall is coming! Last weekend a family member showed me a quilt that she had made. She used autumnal tones and fallen leaves. It was beautiful and made me imagine snuggling under it while enjoying a book. However, as soon as I opened the front … Read More