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5 Ways For Families To Spend Less Money And Still Have Fun

July 29, 2019 by Contributor Leave a Comment
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Sometimes it feels like having fun and sticking to a budget are two concepts that don’t exist well together. Between activities with kids, going out to eat and to regular entertainment option, vacations and more, it is hard these days to be a family on a budget. That’s why we’ve created a list of 5 … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Life Tagged: Family Fun, Money Saving Tips

Kids Get Annoyed With Parents Just Like We Get Annoyed With Them

July 19, 2019 by Equestrian Girl Forever Leave a Comment
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Kids get annoyed with parents for many different reasons. Here are a few of those reasons from my tween.  I asked my kids to share what annoys them about things we do as parents in our home.  One of my kids tackled this. The other two stayed far away.  They wanted no part.

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Life Tagged: Life as a teen, Parenting Teens, Parenting Tweens

Say No To Mum Shaming

July 12, 2019 by Contributor Leave a Comment
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It’s real. It’s there. And we make it worse for each other. As a parent, you would think our biggest support would be other parents. We are all right in the thick of it, going through it together. The sleepless nights, the tantrums, the poo nappies, the work-life balance, the ups and downs, the struggles … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Life, Parenting Tagged: Empowering Moms, Empowering Women, Family Life, Moms, Parenting, The real of parenting

Don’t Bust Your Household Budget Giving An Allowance To Your Teenager

July 11, 2019 by MomJonz Leave a Comment
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How much do you give your teenagers for an allowance?  This is an important question once you decide if you will or will not give an allowance to your child(ren).  We believe in giving our kids an allowance to help teach them financial responsibility.   Do they spend all of their money?  Yes, but they … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Empowering Women, Empowering Youth, Family, Life Tagged: Allowance, Family Life, Finances, Raising Teen Girls, Teens and Money, Teens and Money Lessons

Save On Your Family’s Summer Outings

June 5, 2019 by MomJonz 1 Comment
A pink heart with the words summer fun with the family.

Are you trying to plan some fun with your family or friends this summer? As you plan, you’re looking at your bank account, trying not to go broke keeping the family busy.  First of all, remember NOT to overbook your summer ripping and running.  It’s ok to let your kids be bored at home.  But, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Empowering Youth, Family, Life Tagged: Date Night, Family Fun, Military Life, Money Saving Tips, Visit D.C.

Words Of Wisdom For High School Graduates From The #MaCs

May 26, 2019 by MomJonz Leave a Comment
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High School Graduation is here! I love seeing photos shared on social media of all the graduates and reading about their upcoming plans in life.  It took me back to my High School graduation many, many years ago.  I remember the talks from my mom, family, and her friends telling me they wanted to share … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Empowering Women, Empowering Youth, Family, Life Tagged: Education, Empowering Moms, Empowering Women, empowering youth, Family Life, High School Years, Military Spouse, Raising Confident Teens, The real of parenting

Remote Work For Military Spouse Employment

May 9, 2019 by MomJonz Leave a Comment
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I met a dashing young man in college years ago but didn’t give much thought to it because I had career goals that didn’t include a husband, kids and most definitely, nothing near a military life.  That all changed when I walked down the aisle and said, “I Do!â€Â  That dashing young man is now … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Military Life, Military Spouse, Military Spouse Employment

Welcoming a Tiny 12

May 7, 2019 by Sponsored Leave a Comment
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In the Northwest, the only thing that is taken more seriously than your cup of coffee is Seahawks season. September through the Super Bowl, fans all over the state of Washington treat Sundays and Monday nights with the same deference as a religious holiday. If you’re expecting a new arrival, welcome your little one into … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life Tagged: baby shopping, Empowering Moms, Family Life, Moms, Parenting

Dixie Cups Man!

March 26, 2019 by Contributor 4 Comments
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Learning to be a father and husband is a real struggle.  Trying to figure yourself out while you are trying to figure out the women you love is a real confusing time. My wife and I got together in our early twenties.  At that point in time the only thing I knew about relationships was … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Life, Love Tagged: family, Family Life, Love, Marriage, Relationships

No, I’m Not Paying You To Clean Your Room

March 22, 2019 by MomJonz 1 Comment
A bedroom with a bed and two nightstands.

So, we’ve determined my answer to the question “should kids get an allowance?” Be sure to go over and read that article. Now let’s talk about why we do not associate payment with chores. You read that right. Our kids receive an allowance every month, no strings attached. But, there is a lesson behind it. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Empowering Youth, Home, Life Tagged: Chores For Kids, chores for teens, empowering youth, Finances, teaching kids finances
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