Hello, Monday! How do you feel about traditions? I (Kim) have a long history of traditions in my family. From family baking day to binging scary movies in the fall, we do it all. Regardless of how you feel about traditions, there’s something to be said about the comfort of what’s familiar. A favorite tradition…
Read MoreHappiest of Fridays, Friends! I (Misti) want to spend a little more time reflecting on relationships today. As I wrap up my 6.5 week “friendship tour,” I’m finally checking in on my finances… And man, I went WAY over budget AGAIN. But this time, I’m not beating myself up too much about it. Why? In…
Read MoreHiii, Friends! Some of you know I (Misti) am a pet sitting nomad… And let’s just say, despite my best intentions, pet sitting isn’t always a walk in the park. 😅 Sometimes, those lovely little angels just decide to wake up and choose CHAOS. It’s been a few months so I think I’m finally ready…
Read MoreHappy start of a new week, friends! 🤗 Something Kim said last week made me (Misti) realize how many of us are on concurrent journeys, focused not just on our financial wellbeing, but our physical and mental wellbeing also. In my current season of life, I’m personally on a debt-payoff journey and a health journey…
Read MoreHappy Friday, folks! Last week, Misti shared her thoughts on social capital & how it affects our lives and finances. Now that I’ve recently moved into a new community with my partner, it made me wonder how I can use social capital to benefit me & the others living here. Taking it a step further,…
Read MoreHappy Hump Day from Kim, Friends! Over the past year, I (Kim) have been on a health journey, which has involved a 40-lb weight loss annnnnd consequently a need for new clothing. From baggy scrubs to dresses that do not fit the same, I’ve realized that I need to go on a serious shopping spree….
Read MoreGooooood morning! Growing up, I (Kim) was one of those kids that cycled through every career dream possible. I wanted to be a heart surgeon, a marine biologist, and a nurse all at once. (And more!) As an adult, I’ve made some of those dreams come true! I was a veterinary nurse at the Omaha…
Read MoreHappy Friday Friends! I (Misti) am in the middle of what I’m calling my “spring friendship tour,” visiting friends and family living in four different states. I’ve had long drives to reflect on the impact of these friendships on my life trajectory. These high-achieving, confident, and supportive women have challenged me to set and achieve…
Read MoreIt’s Misti wishing you another happy Monday and happy May, Friends! As Kim mentioned on Friday, May is a great time to look for sales on kitchen appliances. My personal favorite kitchen appliance is the blender. It’s such a versatile little machine that helps with so many recipes—frozen cocktails (obvi), soups, smoothies. Most recently I…
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