Author Archives: Jennifer Chauhan
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Every mom should have a good chocolate chip recipe. Baking them with your children will create memories they will cherish even as adults. If you are looking to save time, mix a double batch of the dough, roll half into … Continue reading
The Debate: To Rent or to Own
Ever since I can remember, my parents (and most of their generational peers) have been determined to buy a house, pay off their mortgage and own a piece of property outright. Ownership, for them, is the definition of financial stability … Continue reading
Can’t afford it? What have you got to trade?
Has there ever been a luxury that you simply could not afford? I imagine that is the case for most of us. Otherwise, why are you reading this blog? I have found that if you want something badly enough, you … Continue reading
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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
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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
