Memorial Day | Let Freedom Ring As I sit and ponder the war in Ukraine and Russia and all that goes with it, my mind moves to where I happen to live.  And I think…I could be Ukrainian or Russian, and in the middle of a war right now. But, instead here I am sitting […]

How to put joy in your finances. I remember when I was a kid and I would make pot-holders. Did you do that too? And, I walked (alone) around our neighborhood and sold them. 1 for 25¢ and 3 for 50¢! I know…slave labor. But, that was back in the day when I could buy […]

When we begin teaching them at an early age, for the most part, it becomes routine. Kinda like brushing their teeth or combing their hair or getting dressed before they leave the house (check out ‘Does Making Your Bed Everyday Set You Up For Success?).

What I learned in 3 years as a blogger. Sometimes I look back and think wow…time sure has flown by. And then I think about my days and think…Jane, you have worked an average of 8+ hours a day for the past 3 years! And you are supposed to be retired! Why? Well…let me tell […]

Learn about IRAs. Let’s face it. Getting older is an honor (because not everyone does get old). And with that honor comes responsibilities. One of those responsibilities is saving enough money to live on when you have no income. So that you are not a burden to your children or the government. AND, so that […]

Can’t vs won’t How many times have you said to yourself..I can’t do that. I can’t knit. I can’t budget. I can’t exercise. I can’t drive very well. I can’t lose weight. Maybe you even say: I can’t knit because…(add your reason). I can’t budget because… I can’t drive very well because….. So your cant’s […]