One of my goals this year is to save $10,000. That’s a pretty lofty goal! I managed to reach my $5,000 goal in 2017, so it only made logical sense to double it for 2018, right? I have full faith that I can do it with a specific savings plan and some aggressive budgeting. You’re […]
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For All You Procrastinators

Here’s a hack for the rest of this post. Amazon Prime offers a free 30 day trial. So, just sign up, get all your last minute gifts, and then cancel before your trial! Just click below! There’s more than just free shipping too. Amazon has music and shows too! Harry Potter – I’m just waiting […]
All About the Ladies | The Ultimate Gift Guide

I’m part of this all ladies group on Facebook started by Jen Saviano (from The Bachelor). This holiday, I’ve seen a ton of ladies who can’t come up with gift ideas for themselves. This gift guide is for you, and for your boyfriends/husbands/significant others when you tell them that you have no idea what you want. […]
Buying for Two? Here’s What To Do! | A Gift Guide for Couples

The older you get, the more likely it is that your friends are in committed relationships. If you buy presents for cousins and such, they may be in long term relationships as well. That’s doubling your roll call for holiday gifts. A nice way to make your dollar go further is to purchase gifts for […]
DIY & Bulk Gifts for Coworkers

Holidays for coworkers can be kind of difficult. I love to give, but it can be very expensive to gift all of your coworkers. My first Christmas with my current company, there were maybe 15 employees. This Christmas, I think we’re getting close to 35-40! There are options that are more financially conscious! You can […]
White Elephant Party Pleasers

Happy Holiday Season! As you get older, it becomes more common that your friend or work groups will elect to participate in a White Elephant Holiday Party. It’s an easy way to have a lot of fun, give gifts, and only have to buy one gift! Another option is a Secret Santa, where participants pull […]
Ultimate Gift Guide: Men

Stuck for coming up with a gift idea for your boyfriend, husband, brother, or male friend? Fret no more! I’ve got the ultimate gift guide for the men in your life. The Goofy Men “Bring Me A Beer” socks – We’ve all seen the “If you can read this, bring be a glass of wine” […]
Breaking Out of the Rut
I haven’t been blogging much recently. I’ve been in a rut…a crazy rut. You know those commercials for medication to treat depression? I’ve been answering “Yes” to all of those questions they ask to help you self diagnose. via GIPHY It’s been difficult for me to figure out what’s been going on. After work, I […]
Athens, GA Hidden Gems

I’ve lived in Athens, GA for seven years now, so I have developed some of my favorite spots. These are highlights of my favorite restaurants, venues, parks, etc. in and around Athens in no particular order. Ben Burton Ben Burton is great! They put in a canoee/kayak launch about a year and a half ago. […]
Bon Voyage! Adios! Addio!
Happy Friday! I have some lovely news to share (though it’s not really news if you’re friends with me). I am headed to Europe today! via GIPHY Ahh! I’ve never been, and I’m super excited (and also terrified, for the record). My parents and I leave this evening to go visit my sister and her […]