4 Costly Retirement Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
I’ll be honest, thinking about retirement fills me with anxiety. Just thinking about what the future state of my finances will be is enough to fill me with dread. I know I need to be planning ahead, because I don’t want to need to rely on my children taking care of me when I am […]
Our Frugal Georgia Trip – Day 5, Part 2: How to Pay for Parking as a Tourist in Tbilisi
On my trip to Georgia, street parking was free in the first two cities I visited, Kutaisi and Batumi. Tbilisi, the third city we visited was another story. And of course, it wasn’t a simple one. Tbilisi used to have free street parking, but because of congestion issues they have instituted parking zones- the more […]
Fashion Mistakes Every Mom Makes (And How to Fix Them!)
For years I was broke and any clothes I got were from clothing swaps or second hand stores. Being a larger person, even before I gained weight from taking psychiatric medication, it wasn’t the easiest to find clothes that fit me, so if I found something that fit me, covered the parts of my body […]
10 Tips for Dealing with Language Barriers When Traveling
In front of the Kyrenia Gate, in Nicosia, North Cyprus Traveling the world is one of the things I enjoy most. I’m so glad I’ve been able to visit 10 different countries in the last 8 years, 4 of them with my children. As a native English speaker, I am kind of spoiled in having […]
Why Knowledge of Having Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Actually Matters (And Crucial Safety Advice for Hypermobile People)
I went to a get together recently for support for women with hypermobility. Officially it was put out as part of the local Ehlers Danlos Foundation’s events, however, there were some women there who didn’t know what Ehlers Danlos was, but because of issues they had, they were directed there from another support group with […]
Why Hiring a Professional for TV Mounting is Worth It
As I’m writing this, I’m looking at the TV that I mounted myself in my bedroom… that is currently broken, and serves more as a clothes hanger than anything else. I had taken down the TV from its mount for something and when I tried putting it back on, it fell a drop, and I […]
The 9 Types of Toxic and Abusive Partners, According to Lundy Bancroft
As the moderator of a support group for women who are divorced, divorcing, or considering divorce, I get a lot of women reaching out to me when they’re in unhealthy marriages. They don’t know if things are bad enough to leave, if their relationship is actually abusive, etc. I remind these women that a marriage […]
What You Need to Know About Unsecured Credit Cards (Kredittkort Uten Sikkerhet)
Life in general, but as a parent especially, is full of surprises, and sometimes you need a way to cover costs you didn’t plan for (like when your old car breaks down… again). That’s where credit cards come in, but not all cards (or loans) are created equal, and some, if not properly utilized, can […]
When is the Right Time to Talk to Your Child About Alcohol?
Though it isn’t legal to sell it to them, teenagers often find a way to get alcohol, and teenaged drinking is a big problem. Far too many teenagers are getting drunk and getting into dangerous situations because of that. Is it inevitable? No. There are things you can do as parents to make it less […]
Common Mistakes To Avoid While Selecting The Best Istanbul Travel Agency
Istanbul, a vibrant city where East meets West, is not only rich in historic landmarks, bustling markets, and breathtaking landscapes but also an affordable destination for travelers. With my children’s great-grandparents originally from Turkey, I’d love to take them there someday to connect with their roots and explore the culture firsthand. These tips for choosing […]
