I’ve had renter’s insurance for years and have thankfully never had to file a claim until now; reason being – my bike was stolen. Now, most people who poo-poo a bike being stolen as reason to file an insurance claim, but my bike was important to me and wasn’t cheap.

Last summer my sister got married and all of my own wedding memories came flooding back to me; the evening ceremony, the dancing, and the great time I had with my guests. I had just as much fun at her wedding as I did my own.

But it also reminded me of how financially unprepared we were as young adults. Though I feel much more confident that my sister has a handle on her finances, I remember how my husband and I struggled financially those first couple of years.

This week has been quite the roller coaster. First, my bike was stolen (a post unto itself very soon). Then, as it turns out I’m not going to get to keep my “comfy chair” job after all.

Years ago, I quit a corporate job to start a hot dog stand. Honestly, I don’t know what I was thinking at the time,…

The small home trend continues its popularity in magazines and catalogs including the one I just received in the mail; Restoration Hardware. This Fall’s catalog focuses on interior design for small spaces.