October Already?!

We are approaching the end of the year and it is about that time to think about those infamous resolutions. I say infamous because although we have good intentions to accomplish some short term goals, we always find a way to avoid them because they mean work. I never really did the whole resolution thing because I figured why…

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The important people in my life!

I am so grateful for the ability to have awesome children. Motherhood has its joys and pains but it is so worth it! This is what makes me proud to be a mom!

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Making Friends

It is hard to come by genuine people in this gossip-filled world. My husband and I have been praying that we find people that are like-minded and have good intentions. We often joked that we only appeal to an older crowd which in many cases is not a bad thing. We have met good people since we’ve been married,…

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Returning to School

After high school, I had in mind to help with my husband’s family plumbing company. College wasn’t on my mind and people disliked me for that. It was my grandmother’s request for me to go to college before she died. In fact throughout my senior year, she made it possible for my high school to visit Grambling State University…

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Cooking Appliances I can’t do without!

Kitchen appliances I can’t live withoutI am a novice on fine cuisine but I know that basics of creating an awesome, mouthwatering dish. I enjoy cooking and recreating dishes I see on the Food Network channel. I’ve learned the importance of presentation and creativity to ensure my family gets the best of their meals, I use my key appliances…

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A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned—Ways I save $$$

~Ways to save $$~With prices going through the roof and a new frugal lifestyle, I have learned the importance of a dollar. I am privileged to know both extremes of having money, but now we are serious about our goals, we’ve decided to buckle now. Here are some ways we save:Groceries: Buying in bulk when possible. Ray and I…

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