Category : Thrive

An End of August Chat

Tropical Dogwood, pale pink flower with tiny yellow flower in center
I believe this is a tropical dogwood. Permission to share photo granted by Biltmore Estate.

How are you? I’m doing pretty good. I’ve missed you but thoroughly enjoyed my break from social media this summer. I’m so glad I did it. In other news, school has started and we are back to a full weekly schedule. I can’t wait to watch Rudy and prep for football season. The days have been a slight bit cooler here in Nashville but it’s still very apparent that it’s summer.

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Books that Teach Kids About Money (Kid Tested and Approved)

Something that is important to Brent and I is teaching our kids about the value of money. We want them to understand it, learn how to earn it, get practice spending it, saving it, and giving it. Here’s a list of children’s books that are helpful on the topic.

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A Summer Chat with my Shades On

Redheaded lady in car with checked headband and blue sunglasses.

I’m finally getting into the summer groove. We spent a morning this week at a city pool and it was just what I needed. Sunshine, cool water, my kids laughing and splashing while I connected with the other moms. What a gift it is to be able to hang out with friends.

I’ve been gathering up a few things to share for this post. I hope you take the time to tell me about your recent happenings and any new things you’ve discovered to help or enrich your life.

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