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5 Tips for Raising Smart Money Kids
Raising kids is a tough job, but someone’s got to do it. Raising smart money kids is an even tougher job. Are you up for the challenge? When kids are raised as smart money kids they become smart money adults that will be good managers of money. This should always be our goal as parents…

5 Tips to Help You Be an Expert Money Saver
I was born an expert money saver. When I was 6, I received a book from my grandma with $10 in $2 bills. I still have every one of those! My husband, on the other hand, was not born that way. He was a born spender. Saving money does not come easily for him, but…

Do I Need A Will? When To Make It And The Benefits Of Having One
Once you hit adulthood, you may be asking yourself, “do I need a will?” Wills always reminded me of my grandma and grandpa. They are older and closer to death, so it made sense for them to have a will. While I am not a lawyer, nor am I giving any legal advice. But It…




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Hey!!!! I am Melissa! I am a mother and wife that loves to live frugally, spend time with my family and help others. I think love goes a long way and respect goes even further. I am real on this site because life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. You’re not alone through all this and I want you to feel right at home. Join me in the ups and downs of frugal life and raising a family in a time where choosing the right isn’t always popular.