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The goal here is for you to have less stuff to manage so you can be the queen of the castle, not the manager. Quick Note: You have options when getting rid of the things you can live without. Sell, donate, trash, or recycle. I know a lot of people get stuck on deciding where to donate. I’m fine with going to any donation center, but I know some of you want to go somewhere local. Google “donation locations” and your zip code. You will find local places you can donate. Don’t let this detail stop you from going through...

Presenting Yourself As Self-Sufficient Is More Than Saving For A Rainy Day Becoming self-sufficient seems far-fetched and perhaps it is for many of us however we can tie this way of living into our daily lives. We can do this by taking the wheel we allow ourselves the freedom to make choices. Furthermore, we assume our decisions rather than relying on what is handed to us. The choices we make should be strategically based on environmental concerns and the people around us as both can impact our lives. Living a self-sufficient lifestyle and being independent almost go hand-in-hand, however, I...

Remember that pricing on Amazon is subject to change at any time. Amazon just dropped the price on this 96-pack of Dixon Ticonderoga Pencils (96 ct) to under $10 ~ that's like paying $.99 per box to have them delivered to your door! That's a great deal on everyone’s favorite pencil!  Plus, check out these other great deals: Paper Mate 12-Count Flair Felt Tip Pens – Under $12 Sharpie 24-Pack Fine-Point Color Burst Permanent Markers – Under $11.05 Dixon No. 2 Pencilss (144 ct) – Under $11 Expo Chisel Tip 16-Pack Dry Erase Markers – Under $12 Expo Ultra Fine...

I’m digging these bullet journal money saving ideas + templates – ANYONE can do them! Soooo…you’ve got a savings goal (or you would like to finally make one), and you want to track it using savings bullet journal spreads? Whether you're looking for inspiration savings bullet journal ideas (or printables because, let's face it, some of us aren't great at drawing!), you're in the right place. But first, a confession: I don’t draw very well. That does NOT mean I’m not creative – I love artistic and creative things. But as far as what I’m able to produce? It’s more...

Our family moved to the desert (El Paso) last summer. We had no idea how great of a location this was both in and of itself, as well as a jump-off point for lots of day trips and long weekend trips. Not to mention, we have family that are all either 7 hours, 8 hours, or 11 hours away (by car). We made the initial 11.5-hour drive from Houston to El Paso, and have since traveled into New Mexico. Next up is more exploration in New Mexico, Arizona, and perhaps, Dallas. Needless to say, we’ve become experts on things to...