How My Kids Got Into STEM
STEM: science, technology, engineering, and math. People talk about getting their kids interested in STEM for many reasons, and with my oldest two kids, I’ve been successful (my daughters, thus far, are less into STEM; they’re much more into art). I didn’t set out to raise kids “into STEM.” What I did try to do, […]
Supporting Mental Balance During High-Pressure Life Stages
Mental health strain often builds quietly, shaped by daily responsibilities rather than single overwhelming events. For adults juggling work, family, and ongoing decision-making, staying mentally balanced is less about fixing problems and more about reducing unnecessary strain. Small, consistent routines can play a powerful role in supporting mental steadiness over time. Mental health challenges rarely […]
Tangible Investments and the Role They Play in Family Resilience
Families are navigating a world that feels increasingly uncertain, where financial stability can no longer be taken for granted. While no choice can eliminate risk entirely, some decisions can make day to day life feel steadier and less reactive. One of the quieter ways families build that sense of stability is through tangible investments that […]
How to Keep Your Family Safe During a Major Home Construction Project
Doing a home construction project while living in your home is challenging, but while kids are living there makes it even more difficult. We did one home construction project, building a loft bedroom for my kid, but we did it ourselves and it was a small project overall. Here’s how to keep your family safe […]
Gizzards and Mushrooms in White Wine Reduction Recipe: Frugal, Gluten Free, Paleo, Allergy Friendly
I used to make gizzards all the time. I even wrote a manifesto about gizzards. Why? Because they are the absolute cheapest type of meat I can get round these parts, since at $1.42 per pound, they cost around the same price as chicken wings, the other cheapest cut of meat, but they are pure […]
Maintaining a Clean Home Through Effective Floor Care Routines
Floor care is one of the areas of housekeeping that I struggle the most with; other than sweeping and picking up what is on the floor, rarely does more get done. It is easy to underestimate how much dust, dirt, and allergens build up right under our feet, even when the house looks clean on […]
Can Single Parents Afford to Go Through the Lengthy Process and Usual Stages of Dating?
As a single mom who recently entered the dating sphere again, I’ll be honest, it ain’t easy balancing parenting with dating, especially when your kids constantly want you home. But when your kids are younger and you need to pay for childcare, it gets even more complicated and costly. Dating rules start needing to change, […]
Happy Birthday Penniless Parenting!
Today’s a special day! I don’t have the most time to write something, because I have a lot planned for today and not enough time (yay, accounting stuff that my accountant said I need to get in ASAP), but I couldn’t let today pass without acknowledging today’s specialness. Because today, 16 years ago, this blog […]
How to Pick the Perfect Toddler Halloween Costume
I know Halloween is still a long (long, long) time away, but there are other holidays when people dress up coming up, and sometimes there are costume parties or conventions when people dress up their kids. So if you want to pick the perfect costume for your toddler, here are some tips. For families and […]
