Time Management for Moms: The Pomodoro Technique If you’re like me, then every day is a never-ending race against time. As a Work-From-Home (WFH) mom, there are so many tasks I have to complete. Between handling work-related responsibilities, caring for the kids, and maintaining the home, it can sometimes feel like there’s a vortex trying to suck the life out of you. Every once in…
I’ve decided I don’t want to supplement by child’s distance (aka remote) learning curriculum, and want to do homeschooling instead. Where do I begin? First things first If you want to homeschool, the first thing you need to do is make sure you do it legally. For example, in Virginia where I homeschooled, you only need to fill out a form to take your child…
I’m not satisfied with my child’s distance (aka remote) learning curriculum, but I’m not sure what to do. Where do I begin? As a parent, you have two main options: homeschooling and distance learning supplementation. What is the difference between homeschooling and distance learning? First, let’s get clear on the definitions: homeschooling and distance learning are different. In distance learning, you follow a curriculum designed…
Summer Road Trips with the Family: Why Your Kids Need a Travel Kit Family trips are a wonderful way to bond with your kids. However, between school and work, few hours are left for quality time. A road trip gives the entire family the chance to disconnect from that fast-paced world and focus on getting to know and understand each other better. This year…
Family Budgeting During and After Coronavirus It goes without saying that budgeting isn’t always the most fun activity. I get it. It’s not fun figuring out how much you have to spend on necessities, and then even less fun realizing how much less you have to spend on your wants! We often associate having a budget with lacking the resources to live as we please,…
Kids Birthday Party During Social Distancing As May starts, the United States has over a half million individuals diagnosed with COVID-19. Many people continue to practice social distancing to slow the spread of this deadly virus. These trying times are especially difficult for children, many of whom have spent months out of school with few, if any, play-dates or after-school activities. When dealing with…
Meditation During Self-Distancing Who’s ready for a calmer mind and less anxiety? Yes, me too…sign me up! I have to admit that I tried meditation over the years, but nothing worked long term except this one technique. I always felt like I should feel differently afterwards, calmer, more at peace. And then it felt like a chore, another thing to add to the perpetual “must…
Having an abundant money mindset can help you feel better about your money. Do you feel guilty as you watch money leave your bank account? Maybe you find yourself making more money but still spending it too quickly. I hear you. Money fears and scarcity is something that caused me anxiety for a long time. I’m obsessed with research, though, and I wanted to understand why…
When I used to teach people how to start travel hacking, some of the most common questions I received from my clients were, “How do I get started in travel hacking?” and “What is a simple way to do so?” Here’s the ultimate guide to using credit card rewards so you can travel on the cheap. Living in America can be super expensive. And then…
When it comes to getting ready to travel, having the perfect hotel room is key. You want enough space for your family but do not want to spend all of your savings on the room. There are a few common mistakes that people tend to make when they’re booking their hotel room. Today, we’ll go over how you can plan for your family trips by…
