This time last year I was several hundred dollars in debt - from Christmas presents. I couldn’t believe something that gave me so much joy in the moment could cause me so much pain only a few weeks later. That was right before I got into personal finance and started feverishly reading all I could about budgeting and managing money. In January, B and I sat down with an Excel spreadsheet and Continue Reading
How to Have an Affordable Thanksgiving Feast
Happy (almost) Thanksgiving to all my US-readers out there! It's a few days before Thanksgiving and, if you're like many Americans celebrating the holiday, you're probably getting your feast ready. Whether you're planning the whole thing, a part, or just bringing drinks, you're sure to shell out some money to partake in this delicious holiday. From a casual Friendsgiving to the full Continue Reading
Frugal Mother’s Day Ideas
Mother’s Day is around the corner, which means you’re probably getting bombarded by ads telling you to buy things for Mom. Yeah, jewelry stores, I’m definitely going to buy my Mom those earrings that cost more than my engagement ring. Seriously, is that a thing? Mass consumerism aside, most people do something for Mother’s Day. However, a lot of the typical Mother’s Day celebrations usually Continue Reading
Frugal Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
The other day, B suggested we go out to The Melting Pot for Valentine’s Day dinner. We had just gone out last weekend to celebrate our engagement, but The Melting Pot is one of my favorite places in the world (melted chocolate? Yes please!), so I wasn't going to argue with that suggestion! However, I had the sneaking suspicion that getting a reservation at the Melting Pot only a few Continue Reading