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Ruth
Join Date:
2011-02-21
About
I like nice things; my husband hates the price tag. To save our
marriage we agreed on separate accounts, and I finally realized
that it is simple math: the less I spend on things I need (food), the
more I can spend on things I want (shoes!)
Join me on the adventure of finding style and luxury on a
budget. Learn how to use coupons, figure out ways to save
on everyday expenses, live well for less money, and have
a lot of fun along the way.
marriage we agreed on separate accounts, and I finally realized
that it is simple math: the less I spend on things I need (food), the
more I can spend on things I want (shoes!)
Join me on the adventure of finding style and luxury on a
budget. Learn how to use coupons, figure out ways to save
on everyday expenses, live well for less money, and have
a lot of fun along the way.
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Coupon Matchups, Coupon Database, & Community Forum....Because the less I spend on food, the.. more I can spend on shoes!
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The adventure of finding style and luxury on a budget.
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Latest Blog Posts
- Weekend Wanderingon Mar 14, 2015 in Weekend WanderingHappy Weekend! We are just finishing up a week of Spring Break during which we did…..nothing in particular! My kids were so happy just to have a break from their normal schedule, and to be able to PLAY all day! I *might* try to muster up...
- How to Think Like a MillionaireThis is a guest post from Kalyn Brooke of Creative Savings Rich people stay rich by living like they’re broke; broke people stay broke by living like they’re rich.” – Anonymous While I’m nowhere near millionaire stat...
- Thrifty Thursday {Week 100}on Mar 12, 2015 in Thrifty Thursday thrifty thursdayHappy Thursday, and Happy Week 100! Wow–what a milestone for this little weekly link party of ours! I know you guys have already heard me mention that the spring session of Elite Blog Academy will be opening in just a few weeks, on April...
- Creamy Mushroom Pork ChopsReady for another easy-to-make, crockpot friendly freezer recipe? Pork chops in the crockpot can be slightly more challenging than chicken or beef, simply because it is easier to overcook them, which can make them dry and tough. This delicious cre...
- Bigger than Overwhelmtion (Secret 13 Essay Contest Finalist)Living Well Spending Less: 12 Secrets of the Good Life shares 12 secrets for seeking—and finding—the Good Life in our day to day lives. From time management and goal-setting to managing our homes and finances, these practical and concrete strate...
- Undone is Beautifulon Mar 9, 2015 in faith thoughts on lifeI hate cancer. Ten years ago, while I was in law school, a friend asked me to join her Relay for Life team. I had never heard of Relay for Life, had no idea what it was all about, but agreed to participate. That night my soon-to-be husband Chuck and...
- Weekend Wanderingon Mar 7, 2015 in Weekend WanderingHappy Weekend! Is anyone else ready for a few days of doing not much of anything? My big plans include looking for a new bike, tending to my little garden, and–if I can work up the energy–moving into my new office. What are you up...
- 7 Lies People in Debt Tell ThemselvesToday I am happy to welcome back my friend Cherie Lowe from the Queen of Free, who will be joining us here at LWSL as a regular monthly contributor. Cherie is the author of the amazing book, Slaying the Debt Dragon, which she wrote after paying o...
- Thrifty Thursday {Week 99}on Mar 5, 2015 in Thrifty Thursday thrifty thursdayHappy Thursday! Can you believe it’s already MARCH? Where does the time go? Our spring session of Elite Blog Academy will be opening in just six weeks, on April 14th, but you can sign up now to be added to the waiting list. (Our fall se...
- Kale & White Bean Soup with SausageThis simple, delicious, freezer-friendly soup recipe was inspired by the fresh kale, carrots, and parsley I harvested a few weeks ago, and it is JAM-PACKED with flavor! Both my kids and husband couldn’t get enough, and I know this is one I...
- Turning a Burden into a Blessing (Secret 13 Essay Contest Finalist) Living Well Spending Less: 12 Secrets of the Good Life shares 12 secrets for seeking—and finding—the Good Life in our day to day lives. From time management and goal-setting to managing our homes and finances, these practical and concrete stra...
- Fresh Produce 101There is something just intrinsically right about seasonal produce. After all, there’s nothing quite like a ripe juicy peach or bright red tomato in the summertime. Likewise, in the winter, it’s a comfort to cozy up to a beautiful butternut sq...
- Weekend Wanderingon Feb 28, 2015 in Weekend WanderingHappy Weekend! Today I’m in Austin, Texas for the ReWrite conference! I wish I could say I have seen more of what I’ve heard is a really cool city, but the truth is that I’ve been stuck in a hotel for two days and probably won...
- What to Buy at Wholesale Club Stores (and What to Avoid)Way back in the days before I started this blog and learned all the secrets of cutting my grocery bill in half, I regularly shopped at warehouse club stores such as Sam’s Club, BJ’s, and Costco. I always thought I was saving money. Oh sure, the...
- Thrifty Thursday {Week 98}on Feb 26, 2015 in Thrifty Thursday thrifty thursdayHappy Thursday! I’m getting ready to head to Austin, Texas for the ReWrite conference later this afternoon! I will be speaking there about one of my favorite topics–using Pinterest to build your platform! Behind the scenes, my team an...
- Crockpot Beef BurritosReady for another super easy freezer meal that your whole family will love? If you read this blog regularly, you already know that I am a little obsessed with “cheater” freezer cooking. Not only are these simple meals quick & easy t...
- The Value of Real Connections (Secret 13 Essay Contest Finalist) Living Well Spending Less: 12 Secrets of the Good Life shares 12 secrets for seeking—and finding—the Good Life in our day to day lives. From time management and goal-setting to managing our homes and finances, these practical and concrete stra...
- How to Get a Part Time JobToday I am thrilled to be introducing you to a young woman who blew me away when I met her last September. She started her blog, Teens Got Cents, when she was just 15 years old, after listening to Dave Ramsey’s Total Money Makeover audiobook...
- Weekend Wanderingon Feb 21, 2015 in Weekend WanderingHappy Weekend! After a week in the Dominican Republic with Compassion International, today I am headed home. I can’t wait to see my girls and my husband, but I will definitely be leaving a piece of my heart behind, and honestly? I can&#...
- Just Oneon Feb 19, 2015 in Compassion GivingIt’s been a long week. In fact, by this point, you might even be a little sick of hearing me talk about Compassion and the Dominican Republic and all the reasons why you should sponsor a child. I get it. I really do. Extreme poverty is h...