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Baby Expense Report: Month 2

03.08.2010 10 comments
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Reviewing the second month of our baby expenses. I’m looking forward to hearing what you guys have to say!

Baby Expense Report: Month 1

02.08.2010 5 comments
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The first installment of a monthly series that will explore our monthly baby expenses and find out whether those “cost of raising a child” estimates are really true! Follow along.

Why You Probably Shouldn’t Hire Outside Help

02.04.2010 31 comments
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Three reasons why I think hiring outside help might not be a good idea. What do you think?

Needs, Wants and Crap for a New Baby

01.26.2010 20 comments
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Reviewing the various purchases we’ve made over the last few months to figure out what was worth spending the money on, and what we could have done without.

Should Kids in High School Work?

01.21.2010 41 comments
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Considering the benefits and trade-offs of teenagers working in high school, my own story, and my thoughts on what’s acceptable and what’s not in my mind. Also, some thoughts on the current economy as it impacts this subject…

Proud New Dad (and Mom)

01.10.2010 16 comments
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Announcing the birth of our little baby boy Evan, and what’s going on this week on the blog. A big Thank-You to all the words of encouragement from everyone over the last few days.

6 Important Tasks After a New Baby’s Birth

01.06.2010 32 comments
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We have a date set for the birth of our baby boy! Here are 6 things we’ll take care of immediately after that are often overlooked.

On Traditions and Christmas (Video)

12.24.2009 0 comments

My first official Fiscal Fizzle video, wishing everyone a happy holiday season and talking about some of our own family traditions–holiday and otherwise.

Alternatives to Traditional Christmas Gifts

12.17.2009 13 comments
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Millions of people this year will find themselves with a lot less money than last Christmas season, and a lot more motivation to stick with cash for their gift-buying. Here are five solid ideas for alternatives to traditional Christmas gifts that our family is trying this year.

Pregnancy Expenses in the Third Trimester

12.09.2009 16 comments
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Discussing the last trimester of pregnancy and the expenses it has brought to us, as well as a review of the previous six months.

Things to Be Thankful For

11.26.2009 2 comments
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Thanksgiving is one of my favorite seasons of the year–here are a few things I’m thankful for this year.

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