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Four Money Traps Every Mom Should Know

The last thing I expected as I headed up the freeway from San Diego to Los Angeles was a money trap. Traffic? Yes. Frustration and delays? Naturally. But a money trap? Never. Halfway there I had a choice: jump on a wide-open toll road or sit in a sea of traffic only to arrive at my appointment sweaty and swearing. It was an easy but costly decision: my $6.50 toll quickly turned into a …

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Food Allergy-Friendly Muffin Recipe

Between allergies and/or trying to avoid certain foods that dont make us feel our best, todays recipe is close to my heart because it can offer a solution to a real challenge.Most of us have close family or friends with allergies and want to be able to offer homemade gifts of love. Keep this recipe in mind for your next brunch or bake sale when you want to offer a baked …

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New Tra-Dish: Potato Carbonara Soup

The following post is sponsored byRagPut a fun new spin on a classic recipe and make a New Tra-Dish! This one comes from Cindy Kerschner over at Cindy’s Recipes and Writingswho put a twist onRag’sFettuccine Carbonara.The result: a creamy, satisfying soup that your family will gobble up!Check out her post below:I love creamed soups but I dont always have all the ingredients handy. Cream …

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What’s Your Coffee Ritual?

The following post is sponsored byStarbucksThis post comes from Reesa, founder of the parenting and family blog Momma Lew:It seems like memories are always made over a cup of coffee. And it seems coffee always is apart of some sort of ritual.My children and I have had a Tuesday morning ritual since my son was about 18 months old – So for over four years now. We love going to Pottery Barn …

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How To Teach Your Children Good Financial Sense

Teaching kids sound financial habits at an early age gives all kids the opportunity to be successful when they are an adult. Warren Buffett April is Financial Literacy Month. Its also tax month and money is on the mind for most of us, for better or worse. Whether how to spend it or how to save it, money is in all of our lives, a connective tissue that directly affects our quality of life …