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An evolving journey built on 20 + years of experience of single motherhood.

I learn, grow & refine strategies, I hope to increase personal & household efficiency—& I invite others to come along for the adventure.

Real-life stories, Practical tools, & honest encouragement, I aim to help single moms ( all humans ) embrace resilience, empowerment, & productivity .

All things Money, Food, organization & personal growth

Determined, driven, & built to overcome

Lessons Learned, skills gained & Progress made

Solutions for single moms

  • First mow of the season was a flop

    I came home thinking, Finally, today’s the day! The weather was perfect, the yard needed it, and all I wanted was to get the first mow of the season over with—quick, efficient, done. Instead, I ended up spending $20 on a gas can, making four store trips, and watching oily gasoline pool across my driveway…

  • 💰 How to Become Financially Stable Single Mom 💪

    Being a single mom is tough. Tough people outlast tough times. My journey has been one of struggle, sacrifice, and resilience. From homelessness 🏚️ repossession 🚗, eviction 🚪 bad credit 💳❌ I’ve seen rock bottom—& I clawed my way out. You can too! In a tough spot,?–> financial stability is not just possible—it’s achievable. 🚀…

  • Perspective of Optimism      

    As I was driving home 1 1/2 hours from a sporting event, I came to a realization. I am able to have a different perspective of my surroundings. Two parents households, one can sleep while the other drives. While I don’t get that luxury, I do get to see the sights of vermont in the…

  • Lifelong learning

    I never did obtain a post secondary degree My goal is to complete the preparation course by March 3, 2025, and then tackle the three-hour exam I’ve been thinking a lot about my journey towards becoming a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD). It’s been quite a ride, with plenty of ups and downs. This…

  • Frugal Single Working Mom Lunch for $1.49

    $1.49. Cheeseburger, fries, and apple slices. Use those fast food apps!

  • Ŵhat is the U.S.Average Cost of Food at Home 2024. Thrifty to Liberal

    https://www.fns.usda.gov/cnpp/low-moderate-liberal-food-plans-2007

  • What it Really Costs to be a Single Mom

  • Nothing Gold Can Stay

    poem by Robert frost Natures first green is gold. Her hardest hue to hold Her early leafs a flower But only so an hour Then leaf subsides to leaf So eden sank to grief So dawn goes down to day Nothing gold can stay

  • New Year, New Goals and Reflection

    Sunday, January 17, 2021 8:30AM SHOULD———->COULD My last post I used the word SHOULD, I would like to replace that universally to COULD. Think about if you replace the word Should with Could. Reduces Blame and Shame. Who is in charge of whether or not I should do something, ME. My choices, my free will.…

  • From Financial Education to Self-Care: A Productive & Rewarding Day

    Monday May 13th 2019 I sit here after working all day.Today was a great day, I got to present to High-school students about the importance of money management skills! I value Financial literacy and hope I can impart that on so many. My youngest is sleeping, she had a long day at school. My oldest…

  • How to save over $15 a week on Food expenses

    Monday October 15 Okay so how did all work that I did in the kitchen work? I saved 1.50 for breakfast, I didn’t buy the sausage burrito at Mcdonald’s. My youngest brought in home lunch and we saved $2.55. In total we saved $4.05! Tomorrow my oldest goes to work and I will eat my…

  • Quality Family Bonding and Fall Baking in a single parent household

    6:40 Pm Sunday October 14th So, what did Progress did we accomplish? My children and I made 15 Sandwiches; 5 PB and J’s and 10 Turkey and Cheese. We had a great time! No Electronics, we talked, laughed and got stuff accomplished as a family, it felt great! Currently my youngest and I are making…

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