Hope for your financial life and beyond

“O Lord Jesus It’s a Fire!” – Saving For Emergencies

Ever walk to the refrigerator, maybe to get you a cold pop, and when you opened the door the light did not come on and there was no cold air? Or maybe you’ve been BBQ-ing, the fire got too hot and you burnt the chicken. Guess we are going out for … [Continue reading]

Talking Ourselves Into Trouble: “Ain’t Nobody Got Time For That”

Our culture moves at breakneck speed. News happens fast, food is served fast, and medicines to deal with our bronchitis act fast. Technology may move the fastest of all. It seems as though new devices are released everyday. And just when you think … [Continue reading]

Reading Worth Your Time (1/19/13)

The Difference Between Looking Rich and Being Rich (Is your image more important than financial security?) Do You Prefer Instance or Delayed Gratification? (Which path do you normally take? The Money Beagle blog discusses the benefits of instant … [Continue reading]

I’m at the Top of the Hill…Should I Go On?

I’ve been running consistently now for almost two years. In that time, I have learned that runners face many mental and physical challenges. From the everyday muscle aches and pains, to the mental exhaustion of a four-hour marathon, to getting … [Continue reading]

My Goals for 2013

A few days ago in her post “How to Stick with an Exercise Program,” Jordann at Making Sense of Sense noted that one key to following through with an exercise goal is to share your intentions publicly. There is great power in making our intentions … [Continue reading]

Reading Worth Your Time (1/12/13)

Here are five great articles written this week in the blog world. Enjoy the weekend! 10 Financial Lessons I Learned From My Parents Divorce Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - Can They Help You? 11 Ways to Cut Your Car Insurance Money Lies … [Continue reading]

Developing a SPLASH Goal Plan

In my last post, I outlined the acronym SMART as it relates to setting goals. Each goal we set should be Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timely. A goal that contains these elements has a greater probability of being reached. Perhaps … [Continue reading]

How to Set Goals: Make Them SMART

What do you want to accomplish this year? I hope you have laid out several big-ticket items you would like to check off your list by the time 2013 draws to a close. Having targets to shoot for is critical if we want to move forward in life. I know I … [Continue reading]

5 Articles Worth Your Time (1/5/13)

Here are five great articles I read this week. Enjoy your weekend reading! 10 Ways to Be Rich Without Being Wealthy (Money isn't everything. Check out other ways your life can be rich.) How to Stick to an Exercise Program (Want to get in shape … [Continue reading]

Fall in Love With Work (Again)

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Are you in love? Perhaps it’s that special someone you’ve chosen to share your heart and soul with for the rest of  your life. Or maybe it’s that favorite caffeinated beverage you must consume each morning to jump start your day. I’m sure others (not … [Continue reading]

Plan Like There’s No Tomorrow

5…4…3…2…1…Happy New Year! And so, 2012 was put in the rear view mirror this morning as the clock struck midnight. Across the world, the coming of the New Year was greeted with cheering, confetti, fireworks and kisses. We celebrated making it … [Continue reading]