Remember all of those statistics about the cost of raising a child? The USDA 's latest estimate's to raise a child from birth to 18 today averages $241,000 not including college. It varies depending on the region you live in but any way you look at it, it is scary! With my kid in his senior year, I … [Read more...] about Rising Cost of Extra Curricular Activities
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The Perfect Breakfast Menu
Good morning everyone! Happy Thursday! We got a lot of clouds this morning and supposed to have some rain showers today. I will take it...because most of the week has been beautiful so far, so a little rain is a-o-k with me. Besides, light showers are great for my garden, heavy downpours, … [Read more...] about The Perfect Breakfast Menu
What Makes the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift?
Good morning everyone! Happy Hump Day Wednesday!!! Bring on the weekend! We have been pretty blessed this week with beautiful weather and I have been spending time outdoors in my gardens plus taking my laptop outside to work. I want to enjoy the weather before we get too hot! Today's Topic: … [Read more...] about What Makes the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift?
Are You Related to Anyone Famous?
Good morning everyone! Happy Tuesday! Did you all do anything special for Cinco de Mayo yesterday? We enjoyed a Mexican feast that was super delicious! I really pigged out and then ended up with a big tummy ache as I am not used to eating that much food in one sitting. Sigh, I paid a heavy price … [Read more...] about Are You Related to Anyone Famous?
Yard Sales and Flea Markets
Good morning everyone! Wow...we got slammed with a nasty wind storm yesterday and had winds of 17 to 22 mph for several hours. We had to chase down our outdoor yard art, patio furniture and well, today my yard is a mess with down tree limbs again. Today's Topic: How many of you love going to Yard … [Read more...] about Yard Sales and Flea Markets
12 Bike Riding Quotes for Inspiration
When my husband and I were both younger...we loved to get on our bicycles and cruise around the neighborhood during the weekends. Then our lives got busy and we quit riding our bikes for many years. Well, that is all about to change and starting this year...we are getting on our bikes again for some … [Read more...] about 12 Bike Riding Quotes for Inspiration
Two Classy Chics – Week in Review for May 2nd
Welcome to our Friday ~ Week in Review post! We will be doing these posts every Friday to update you all on what happened throughout the week, so everyone can get caught up on the things they may of missed! Quote of the Week: A child who does not play is not a child, but the man who does not play … [Read more...] about Two Classy Chics – Week in Review for May 2nd
The Baby Diaper Aisle at the Grocery Store
Good morning everyone! TGIF! Yay!!! Friday is finally here and it has been a very long week! I finally got my "work" groove back this week since being off for 2 weeks when I was sick last month. It has been a slow recovery but I think I am headed in the right direction. Today's Topic: Last night … [Read more...] about The Baby Diaper Aisle at the Grocery Store