Last night I was with some friends, and after having these AMAZING enchiladas, I got a little inspired to try making Mexican food! Now, I have to be honest, I have a serious fear of making Mexican dishes because I’m
Accountability in a Self-Made World
One of the most glorious, yet most devastating parts of the “American dream” is that you usually get there alone. It’s lonely at the top, and you are encouraged to get there by stepping on many people, unable to see
Lentil Soup Recipe
Absolutely love this lentil soup recipe. Great example of a dish that takes a few minutes to prepare, and leaves you plenty of time to do the dishes. Try it this week! You’ll be so happy you did 🙂
What Your Kids Are Missing
This morning I was reading a great article on what all the talk of “entitlement” means to the kids and young adults of the day, and it was really eye-opening to see the changes that have come about in society
Updates
Hey friends! Just wanted to update all of you that we FINALLY have a facebook page! You can visit it here: www.facebook.com/FaithfulwithFinances If you like us on facebook you will get all of the updates on what we are doing
Natural Beauty in 3 Easy Steps
Lately I’ve been exploring different DIY beauty treatments, and finding unique ways that you can save money at home instead of paying for salon treatments. The results are pretty encouraging, and a lot of things you can do to naturally enhance
Make Space For This
Great tips on making space in your closet! Love it!
Save More Time, Get More Done!
Monday mornings seem to come so fast don’t they? Before we can even blink, it is time to start a new week and to work even harder than the last! The weekend has come and gone, and we have real
Why Work?
This morning I was reading through Ecclesiastes, and there is really only one way to describe some of the thoughts contained in this book – depressing. Solomon details his journeys through gaining riches, success, wealth, wisdom, possessions, and really anything
When Can I Start Investing?
A lot of us begin asking questions like this when we are in our early or late 20s. We suddenly realize that the responsibility of having a job, paying expenses, and starting to save bring on thoughts of…well…what you should
Encouraging Words from a Woman of Faith
Today I want to introduce you to my mom, one of the most beautiful and selfless women I have ever met. Her wisdom is absolutely timeless, and I have come to her for so many of my questions, thoughts, and
5 Best Ways to Save Automatically
We all know saving is a very important practice, yet many of us find that at the end of the month, this task is much harder than it seems at first. Yet because of the vast array of plans out
Consignment Sale – Great Finds!
The other day, one of my friends was telling me about a consignment sale she went to, finding all kinds of clothes she loved for a fraction of the price. Although I had been to a couple consignment sales, this
Going Against the Culture
One of my biggest struggles in writing on different topics of personal finance is at times I have to wonder: Will people actually do these things? It’s one thing to say you need to save more, but are you actually
Overcoming Money Mistakes
When I write all of these posts, I can’t help but sit back and think at times, “I can’t even follow some of these things myself”! Today I just wanted to give you some encouragement if you feel like you
Make It At Home, Save Thousands Per Year
This morning I came across a very interesting article that talked about “Ten Things Americans Waste the Most Money On”, and let me tell you, the amount spent on various products and services is astounding. What surprised me the most,
Trusting God with Your Money
Just between you and me, there are times were my faith has become weak over the thought of finances. It’s sad to say, but I know that in these times of doubt, that is when the Lord is growing me
Budgeting Basics 101 – Part 2
By now, you’ve taken the steps to secure a budget sheet that is personalized to your needs, and really, you’ve completed the most important step of all so far. You now have a clear picture of where your money is
Do I Need an Emergency Fund?
A lot of us try at times to save, but never end up being truly successful. We will save a little bit here, and a little bit there, but before we can even blink…its gone! Why is saving so hard,
Creative Ways to Make Extra Money
If you find yourself not having enough money left over at the end of the month to even cover the basics, it’s time to think outside of the box and get creative with your resources. There are plenty of ways