Go on a Scavenger Hunt at Home

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Have you ever gone on a scavenger hunt at home? Today’s challenge is to go through your home’s closets and drawers looking for those unused things we all tend to hold on to for “Someday.” Find Your Hidden Treasures We might begin our home scavenger hunts with the bathroom cabinets; are there shampoo samples, fancy … Read more

Could Your Wallet Use the January Money Diet?

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I launched the January Money Diet after the holidays in 2007, when I overspent and used credit cards to pay for things I couldn’t afford (including several pricey gifts for ME).  I had big money goals for the year ahead, but felt like I was starting out in the hole.

Can you relate? Could your finances use a reset? Join us for the 13th year of the January Money Diet, and you’ll learn dozens of creative ways to save money.

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24 Ways to Get Ready for the Holidays

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The next few weeks offer a wonderful opportunity to make rapid progress on your To Do list and get ready for the holidays. Imagine finishing all of your main holiday tasks so you can relax and enjoy the festivities during December.

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One Step Forward, One Step Back on My Path to Enlightenment

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Words matter.

Saturday night I learned that a blog post I wrote won a Colorado Authors League award. When I heard the news,

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4 Ways to Cope with Pandemic Fatigue

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A couple days ago I was hit with a bout of pandemic sadness.

Have you experienced this?

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January Money Diet Final Checkin

A stack of assorted U.S. dollar bills resting on a wooden surface. The top bill is a one hundred dollar note featuring Benjamin Franklin. The bills are neatly stacked and slightly fanned out, displaying various denominations.

Dear friends,

Congratulations on completing the 2021 January Money Diet! It’s been so rewarding getting to know you and completing this challenge with you.

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