Our family recently returned from a week of vacation, and I’m proud to report that the Kids’ Fun Fund that I mentioned a few months ago worked just as I had hoped. Throughout 2009, my kids have been doing little chores around the house, chores for which they can earn a little money. A portion of this money gets deposited…
Category: Family
Frugal 51 Weeks A Year
I’m on vacation with my wife and our kids. The weather is glorious – 85 degrees, sunny, slight breeze. The beach is beautiful and the kids are really enjoying the pool. When I’m on vacation, I’m ON vacation. I try not to check my email or worry about work. Instead, I focus on hanging out with the kids and enjoying…
Great News – My Parents Are Debt Free!
I have some awesome news that I want to share with you guys. My parents are debt free! I just got off the phone with my Dad, and he was so excited. For more than two years, my Dad has been focused on paying off his mortgage. Month after month, he made his regular payments, and then used every, extra…