As spring approaches, it’s a time of new beginnings around the Cents household. Some chosen, some unexpected. A few weeks ago, I was laid off from my corporate job. I accepted an opportunity in a new industry a few years back and devoted myself to learning and growing in a different field. I wasn’t sure […]
5 Goal Setting Tips for Achieving Your Dreams
Do you have big dreams, but struggle to achieve them? Do you sometimes feel like you work hard, but don’t seem to get anywhere? Goal setting may be the key to unlocking your potential. Would you set off on a big journey with no real idea of your destination? Probably not, especially with kids in […]
Save Money Tips & Tricks: 105 Crazy Simple Ways to Save More Money
Are you looking for save money tips? All of these tips to save money take very little effort or just a little work to set-up. And over time they really make a difference in your finances. I’ve pulled together a long list for you and its full of actionable items. If you’re too busy to […]
How to Plan a Las Vegas Girlfriend Getaway
Las Vegas is one of those places most people either love or hate. Me? I’m in the love camp. But only because I looked past the seedy side and discovered it can be an excellent place to rest, recharge and pamper yourself. You can party 24-7 if that’s your thing, but if you’re exhausted and […]
9 Foster Parenting Surprises
Any path to parenthood comes with unknowns, but as we began the process of fostering and eventually adopting from the foster care system, there were many surprises along the way. Three years in, these are the biggest foster parenting surprises we’ve had. 1. People Will Say Stupid Things All the Time. It’s important to remember […]
My First Month of Blogging – Key Learnings & Takeaways
How has it already been one month since launch? My first post went live exactly one month ago today. It’s flown by quickly and there are 1 million things still on my to do list, but I’m slowly making progress. One thing I didn’t really realize before my first month of blogging? There’s so much […]