Monthly Archives: July 2012
Saving Ideas from a Former Nanny
I have often heard people say that they are going to wait to have enough money before having kids, hmm? What is enough? While having children does involve expense, it does not have to be excessive. Thinking back on my … Continue reading
Moroccan Couscous with Saffron
Although I am not a vegetarian nor a vegan, I have discovered some delicious recipes in Alicia Silverstone’s cookbook The Kind Diet. Here is one that I have made often and that I rely on because you can make a … Continue reading
Dealerships vs Private Garages
Most of us assume that work done at the dealership is more expensive than it is at the privately run garage around the corner. But the very fact that I have been assuming prompted me to research the facts so that … Continue reading
What Your Doctor Is Not Telling You: Why generic is better than name-brand
Although more often we associate illness with the winter season, there are a few bugs going around at this time of year – not to mention an increase in the number of people suffering from allergies. As parents, we want … Continue reading
Posted in Health, Saving
Tagged Generic drug, Health, Medicine, Pharmaceutical industry, Prescription medication
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Avoid the tendency to undervalue yourself
For the last three years, I have been living full-time in the world of make-believe, tantrums, chaos, laughter, spilt milk and unconditional love. All of this I expected. What I did not expect to discover throughout this time at home … Continue reading
Mother Miser’s TV Appearance
To all the Ottawa readers: I am thrilled to share that I will be appearing live on Daytime (Rogers TV) to discuss personal finance and this blog specifically. Hope you can tune in on Monday, July 16th 11:00 to noon … Continue reading
Featured Recipe: Green Smoothie
This green smoothie was recently introduced to our breakfast rotation and I had to share it because it has been a hit with the kids, as well as the adults. With spinach being the main ingredient, this smoothie will help … Continue reading
5 Things Moms Like Doing with Their Daughters
Here is a guest-post reflecting on the relationship between mothers and daughters. We would love to hear about your go-to activities to help cement the bond with your mother or daughter and how you manage to do so on a … Continue reading
No time for exercise? Squeeze it in!
When you have young children, it is often difficult to make time for an exercise routine – especially when they are babies. You barely have time to enjoy a hot shower, let alone put aside 150 minutes per week of … Continue reading
Posted in Affordable Activities, Health, Lifestyle
Tagged Jumping Jack, Physical exercise, Skipping rope, Weight loss
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