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Becoming a One-Income Family A step-by-step guide to staying home and home schooling your kids. home school • homeschool • budget • financial planning
Bush vs. Gore on the One Income Family A comparative look at the presidential candidates and their positions on family-related issues, especially those that affect one income families. politics • one income • families • bush • gore
Choices and Options Never have one income families had so many possibilities for financial security. Explore some of the ways families can make it without the dual-income, day care, frenzied lifestyle. finances • money • at-home • parents • families
Finding Extra Cash Some of the best ways I know of to generate some extra cash without day care or split shifts. save • extra • cash • income • business
Interview With The "Lone Breadwinner"... A glimpse into the mind of the working man, in a one income operation. What are his thoughts, his opinions, and his words of wisdom? Find out... come inside! I managed to stalk and pin down one brave manly man who brings home all the bacon for his wife and kids. Also this week's "Cheap Meal" and "Tip From a Friend"! one income family • cheap • tightwad • tightwaddery • at home mom
It's Worth Every Sacrifice to Let Mom Stay Home! Many moms are making the decision to stay home and live on one income. This is a positive trend, because research is beginning to show that children who spend a lot of time in daycare have problems later. It's worth it for Mom to stay home! one income families • stay-at-home-mom • sahm • children • childcare
Support for One Income Families A list of ezines (email newsletters) and other avenues for emotional and practical support for one income families. ezine • frugal • parenting • saving • spending
When One Income Isn't Enough When all the money-saving strategies don't add up to a positive bank balance, what do you do to keep your kids out of day care? jobs • working • part-time • money • save
Survivor Vol.2-The Bathroom <b>The scenario:</b> I need to survive with as few necessities as possible in the bathroom. (Food and cooking tools are already covered, see article; <u>“Survivor Tightwad [Kitchen Edition</u>]) What are the most important multi-use items that one can have in my opinion? Come inside and check it out. In addition, this week’s <b>”Cheap Meal”,</b> as well as this week’s <b>“Tip From a Friend</b> tightwad • tightwad • tightwaddery • tightwaddery • budget
The Pumpkin Can-Can, Without the Can <b>Stop! Wait! Don’t throw those away! </b>Even if you did not partake in the cultural ritual of pumpkin carving and decorating, please do not dismiss this crop completely! Pumpkins are one of my favorite things to grow, and cook with, come inside and find out why, and how. Even if you do not get pumpkins for free, I have a few secrets to show you how to get them really cheaply… (Psst… it’s not too late to make amends with your friend the pumpkin, let me show you how!) tightwad • tightwad • tightwaddery • today's tightwad • stacey a. zhe
The Best Things In Life Our kids are the best things in life. Hear about this contributing editor's one income family and how she can help yours to get its finances under control. budget • save • choice • income • families
Really Stupid Things People Spend Money On (vol.1) What are the silliest things people spend their money on in my opinion? Come on inside and take a look. There are so many things that I see people buying, that makes me want to shake them and ask them why. Here is a large, but small list of some of these items. Would you annoy me? tightwad • tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • frugal
Tango Through the Tightwad Trees.... "Tightwad Vacationing", this is not an oxymoron! Not only is this attainable, but there also ways to keep the excursion practical and cheap. Join me as we explore one possibility of many "Tightwad getaways". As I take you into the world of a Vacation Style of the Cheap and Unknown. (Not, the 'Rich and Famous'). tightwad • tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • frugal
The Scoop-On Coupons... The conflicting views on coupon clippery... After much research and deliberation of both sides of the debate, I am now sharing my findings. Hear both clipping and non-clipping tightwad views, to help you decide whether to be a clipper or a skipper. tightwad • tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • cheapskate
Budgets with One How do you plan your budget around one income (and child support if you get it) when big purchases come up? budget • money • debt • single parent • finanical issues
Blessings For Tightwads.... In this article I explain some of the most awesome reasons why it's great to be a tightwad. I also share how to be more happy with your life as a tightwad, and a few things that we should all be thankful for. As always, this week's <b>Cheap Meal</b> and <b>Tip From a Friend!</b> tightwad • tightwaddery • tightwad • tightwaddery • cheapskate
Fall Enthrall… Season of the tightwad… Apples, pumpkins, tomatoes, corn, squash, cucumbers… Here are some innovative ideas on how to save, and work the season’s blessings and abundance, as well as ideas that help to make it all fun. Come inside and join me as we discuss some tightwad temptations that taste yummy to tightwad tots young and old. Also inside this week’s <b>”Cheap Meal,”</b> and “Tip From a Friend.” See you inside! tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • cheap meal • frugal
Giving and Thanks To Our Neighbors With Love I know that in my own struggle, and within the struggles of those I know around me, I am still extremely blessed to have what I know many may not. Unfortunately when I was going to school, I remembered making cut-outs of turkeys and pilgrims. I decorated feathered turkeys with what I was “thankful” for, dried apples and however, nothing that I did at school, or learned from my parents ever taught me the true unseen miracle and grace of being thankful. Here is what I have learned so far. Whether you have much to give and share, or little even for yourself, I have some ideas that I hope will help you for the holiday and every day. tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • cheap meal • frugal
Happy Birthday On the Cheap Birthday gift shopping is stressful, especially when you have little available cash. Planning a party for someone can be overwhelmingly stressful. Inside are some ideas on how to do it, with what, and where. Also included are ideas for cutting costs on the cake, the decorations, the gifts, and the guests. Come inside and grab your noisemaker. In addition you’ll find this week’s “Cheap Meal,” as well as this week’s “Tip From a Friend.” tightwad • tightwaddery • budget • frugal • frugality
My Utmost Tightwad Survival Secret.... This article discusses my number one secret to tightwad survival. This is the secret not only to my success, but to others as well. I know that this may be the most unpopular and poorly rated article I have written to date; however peace shall come to me upon finally bringing this secret to surface... In addition in this article you'll find this week's <b>"Cheap Meal"</b>, dessert and "Tip From a Friend". tightwad • tightwaddery • tightwad • tightwaddery • cheapskate
Stay-at-Home Dads Stay-at-home-dads (SAHD) face numerous challenges in what is still a female-dominated world. stay at home dadss • stay at home dads rewards • stay at home dads summary • stay at home challenges • stay at home dads issues
Suite Hints and Helpful Links A collection of Suite 101 topics and articles that give household and homemaking information. knowledge • topics • articles • household hints • household tips
Tightwad Interior Design.... Whether you are just setting up a home for yourself, or would like to make some improvements to your existing abode, there are some ways that you can easily add some flair, while still remaining true to your “tightwad” spirit. Come on inside and join me as we take a look at some ideas that cost very little (under ten dollars) or are free… Also as always, this week’s <b>”Cheap Meal”</b> as well as the week’s <b>“Tip From a Friend.”</b> tightwad • tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • cheapness
Too Tall Tightwaddery? Believe it or not, some people can take Tightwaddery too far and, therefore give we careful considerate tightwads a bad name. Do you know a too tall tightwad? Join me to see if you do, as we bring to light some unspoken etiquette crucial to being a “good” tightwad. tightwad • tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • frugal
When Tightwaddery Goes Too Far... We’ve talked about “Too Tall Tightwaddery”, and “T.D. or Tightwad Denial Syndrome”, in this article, I touch upon a new issue of Tightwaddery…”O.T.D.” or “Obsessive Tightwad Disorder.” My name is Stacey, and I suffer from O.T.D. If you or someone you love or know does as well, come on in once again as we share off brand Kleenex, and a cookie bought on sale, hugs and a need for relief. As always, is this week’s <b> Cheap Meal</b>, as well as the <b>Tip From a Friend</b>… tightwad • tightwaddery • cheap • cheap meal • frugal
Is it Wrong to Cut Back on Tithing? When money is tight, people look for ways to cut expenses. Some people stop giving to the church. What does the Bible say about financial giving? is it wrong to cut back on tithing • what the bible says about giving • what does the bible say about financial giving • ways to cut expenses • stop giving to the church
A Simple Spending Plan The first step toward financial health often involves implementing a b-b-b-b-b-budget. Does just the thought of a budget make you start shaking and feeling faint? If so, try this simple plan. budget • finances • financial • money • spending
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How to Stop Domestic Violence Domestic violence affects men, women and children of all ages and socioeconomic levels. Victims need to be aware of their rights and seek help immediately. domestic violence • how to stop domestic violence • battered women • battered men • battered children
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Teaching Teens to Manage Money College students frequently destroy their credit rating. Start now to teach your teen how to manage his money. parenting teenagers • money management • teens and money management • allowances |
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