MBA Turned Mama {Ode to Motherhood}

mama and her boys cape

Every once in a while, when I feel lost or ridiculously fortunate, I take a step back. I think about the people who influenced me and shaped me – for better or for worse – into the person I am today, as a mother, especially. I think about what those who are no longer with [Read On]

MBA Turned Mama {Confessions}

MBA MAMA

Today as I was chewing the fingernail of my 15 month old while he was passed out in my arms, I started to laugh hysterically (okay, well, the hysterical part was more in my head than out loud). I was thinking how I would have judged anyone who told me that this approach was in [Read On]

Top Pins for Teaching Kids About Money

Teaching Kids About Money

In honor of Financial Literacy for Youth month (and my addiction to Pinterest), I decided to go in search for (or my) Top Ten Early Financial Literacy Pinterest Pins. After I sifted through hundreds, here is my list: Growing Kinders’ Bankrupt! Game Holly at Quirky Momma’s Kids Activities Blog has a great post on teaching [Read On]

Financial Literacy for Youth Month {Giveaway}

teachingkidsaboutmoney

They had me at “Moonjar“. The name, inspired by the phrase “shooting for the moon” and the idea of “dreaming big”, is powerful. The concept is vital. The founder, Eulalie Scandiuzzi, has a goal: “to inspire and incorporate strong financial values in every day life”. Moonjar works with schools, corporations and families in an effort [Read On]

Teaching Kids About Money Using the Senses

Teaching Kids About Money Fake Dollars

Teaching Kids About Money is near and dear to my heart. I grew up in an extremely resourceful home because we were forced to live that way but it taught me a lot of values and responsibilities I’d like my children to hold with them as they walk through life. The main idea behind this [Read On]

DailyBuzz Moms 9×9 :: Earth {A Play Date}

Design Your Own Reusable Bag

I am honored to be a part of the DailyBuzz Moms April 9×9 challenge. As you know, Earth Day was last Sunday. I have always appreciated Earth Day but now, with two young children, the significance has newfound meaning. We celebrated with raw enthusiasm this year. As a finale, we hosted a “Celebrate the Earth” [Read On]