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Four Steps to Success

Live on less than you make: Use a written budget every month. Avoid keeping up with the Jones's. Choose cost of living expenses that fit well within your budget and that allow you to have discretionary income left after covering necessities. Protect against emergencies: Have an emergency fund, not invested, available in a savings/money market … Continue reading Four Steps to Success

Level 1 Food List

I'll be continuously updating this page regularly as a list to pull from for daily meal plans! This list reflects my opinion and what I consider to be delicious, nutritious, balanced sources of foods. I am not a registered nutritionist or dietitian, just a guy who loves food and knows what has worked historically for … Continue reading Level 1 Food List

Level 1 Meal Plan

Morning: Eggs Ground Sausage Green Smoothie Afternoon: Spinach Salad Salmon Olive Oil/Balsamic Vinegar Evening: Salad and Soup (Butternut Squash) Sourdoughed Bread Snacks: Almonds Raisins Peppers Apple

Featured Farmer

If you're in the Syracuse area, check out Meadow Raised Meats: http://www.meadowraisedmeats.com/ We bought our turkey from the farm this past Thanksgiving and it was a great experience! They are at the Regional Market most Saturdays and will ship to New England states. Check their site for all details.  

Moms Rock!

Do you find you spend a lot of time focusing on the perceived negatives in your parenting? Watch this video and hear how a child may see things differently: https://youtu.be/T3WC58czpRc I am blessed beyond words to have two great moms, and to be married to an exceptional mother and model for my daughter. Thank you … Continue reading Moms Rock!

Permission to Say “YES”

Your budget gives you permission to say "yes" to things you value or need. It also tells you how many times you can say "yes" for the month, taking the guesswork out of it! This is not an abstract concept - budgeting money is not just about managing little green slips of paper, it's about … Continue reading Permission to Say “YES”