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September kicks off the last third of the year and if not cooler temps does bring me fall vibes. I’m going to switch our soaps to Mrs. Meyer Fall Leaves scent this week and restock my apple cider counter spray. Fall feels so nostalgic to me. Even more so as I get older? Perhaps it’s the return to school year after year as we watch the kids progress through the grades, and remembering our own school years too. There are so many traditions and things we repeat annually in the fall into the winter. I’m noticing Maeve looking older too.…
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Hi, friends! August has been so long and I’m about ready to move on. It’s a transition month as we settle into school and school-year commitments. I’ve felt overwhelmed at times getting back into the swing of things. It’s also very, VERY hot. But there were plenty of good things in August too, and good things to look forward to. So, let’s catch up! In the at-home coffee front, I’m quite pleased with my daily cup lately and have some updates to share. I’m brewing the Trader Joe’s French roast instead of Peet’s Major Dickason because it’s easier to stock…
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Sometime last year, as a way to remind myself to quickly check in on our money most days, I started doing a “money minute.” This includes: looking at Monarch to categorize transactions and see where we were in our various budgets. Looking at my credit card balance (since we put everything on credit cards and pay off the balance every month). And I might also look at our bank accounts to check balances. All of it takes perhaps a bit more than a minute but not much yet makes such a difference helping me feel in control of our money.…
My name is Kelsey. It’s so nice to see you! I’m a writer, podcaster, and goal-setting enthusiast living with my husband and three young kids in sunny Gilbert, AZ.
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How to have an annual summit
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