Comments for The Peaceful Mom

Comment on Living on Less Than $28,000 A Year: Carnivals and Brazilian Steak (pt. 9) by Janet Bavido

Janet Bavido — Tue, 22 May 2012 01:44:32 +0000

Enjoy hilarious Youtube videos and things like that that are free online. You don’t have to watch a full length movie or a tv program to have some fun family time. The other day my kids and I watched enough Tim Hawkins comedy to nearly kill ourselves laughing.

Comment on Take Ten: Taming the Chaos by Janet Bavido

Janet Bavido — Tue, 22 May 2012 01:30:02 +0000

I need to go through 30+ years of family photos. I have only put together one photo album in all those years. The younger kids don’t even know what the older kids looked like as little people! I’ve needed to do this for a long time, obviously, but now, to top it off, a lady at my church is putting together a quilt for my oldest son and his new bride, and she wants photos from his childhood to transfer to fabric for this quilt. Oh no!! Prayer would be appreciated!

Comment on Living On Less Than $28,000 A Year: Sucking It Up (pt. 6) by Kimberlee

Kimberlee — Tue, 22 May 2012 00:16:57 +0000

It’s difficult to say no to yourself at first, but you can do it. As you get things in order, you will find ways to pay for the extras. Good for you for getting started!

Comment on Living On Less Than $28,000 A Year: Sucking It Up (pt. 6) by Christina

Christina — Tue, 22 May 2012 00:02:17 +0000

I am another one with my family who helps us. My husband makes good money, I stay home with the kids and yet we still need my parents to bail us out a few times a year. It’s getting ridiculous and this blog has hit me so strongly. It’s mostly me … spending for the house, the kids, groceries etc. Then when we do have money to do things, DH talks me into doing something because technically we do have the money but then my Amex bill comes in and I need Mommy to help me cover it.

The hardest thing about a budget to me is doing it. It scares me. I don’t know why it scares me but it does. We opened up two seperate accounts last week, our “spending” accounts. We can up with pre-set amounts to deposit in there … DH for gas, golf and a little extra. Me, the household groceries, gas and a little extra for me. The rest is in our main account for bills and then the rest will get moved to savings. I just can’t seem to get started … how am I going to buy the extra things … the books for the kids, the alarm clocks I just got them, the vinyl for my silhouette …

Thank you … We will do it.

Comment on Take Ten: Taming the Chaos by Nelle

Nelle — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:24:56 +0000

Thank you! =)

Comment on Take Ten: Taming the Chaos by Kimberlee

Kimberlee — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:20:20 +0000

Congratulations on leaving your first comment. Praying for lots of focus for you.

Comment on Take Ten: Taming the Chaos by Nelle

Nelle — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:18:11 +0000

First comment I’ve ever left on a blog!! (exciting) anyways:
I’m going to go home tonight and paint my son’s bedroom! We built a house starting last August and still have yet to finish details. My son just turned one so he’ll be needing his space to throw toys around and mommy wants her closet back… Pray I dont loose focus to complete this by the time working, dinner, baths and fence building has ended tonight!

Comment on Take Ten: Taming the Chaos by Leslie

Leslie — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:51:54 +0000

My home OFFICE! Seriously between sick pets, deadlines, taxes etc. it looks like the entire contents of my desk threw up all over the room. Where to start….where to start….

Comment on Living On Less Than $28,000 A Year: 4 Keys to REAL Change (pt. 14) by Crystal @ Serving Joyfully

Crystal @ Serving Joyfully — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:18:11 +0000

This is so true! I think the biggest obstacle to overcome is attitude more than anything else! I know families who make double our income, yet who are still always struggling to make ends meet because of their spending habits, which are led by attitude. Once you get to the point of committing to it, and really releasing the material things of the world and trusting God to provide your needs, but looking to Him for contentment (and not things!), it will go so much more smoothly

I just started a series on my blog about our budget and our get-out-of-debt plan…I’m really excited about it and hopeful that we can help inspire others with a low income to get to that place with their finances. My family has been so blessed by living more simply

Comment on New Series: Living on Less than $28,000 A Year (pt.1) by Kimberlee

Kimberlee — Mon, 21 May 2012 17:43:59 +0000

Thanks for your encouragement Julee!

Comment on New Series: Living on Less than $28,000 A Year (pt.1) by Kimberlee

Kimberlee — Mon, 21 May 2012 17:43:23 +0000

Thanks Becky!

Comment on Living On Less Than $28,000 A Year: Diapers and Swimming Pools (pt. 4) by Janet Bavido

Janet Bavido — Mon, 21 May 2012 17:28:48 +0000

My son Ethan was 20 when he helped a friend of ours move some furniture. Afterward, our friend took him out to Sonic and got him a milkshake. Ethan had never had a milkshake before, and didn’t even know what flavors they came in. Our friend was aghast and said something about it to me later. I told him, “Try making or buying milkshakes for a family of 10, and then tell me if you’re surprised he’s never had one!” $$$

Comment on New Series: Living on Less than $28,000 A Year (pt.1) by Julee

Julee — Mon, 21 May 2012 16:57:02 +0000

You are an inspiration in this age of excess. Looking forward to reading more of your blog. You are teaching your children an INVALUABLE lesson! God bless!

Comment on Living on Less Than $28,000 A Year: Managing the Money (pt. 2) by Laura

Laura — Mon, 21 May 2012 16:38:34 +0000

I use the Mint app on my iphone, it is especially helpful with sending reminder texts and emails. I am loving your freedom account idea…will have to talk to the hubby and see if he’s up to trying it! thanks!

Comment on Tuesday {frugal} Tip: Shaving Savings! by Dineen

Dineen — Mon, 21 May 2012 16:31:12 +0000

I was going to say the same thing. In the winter, I will shave my legs every 2-3 months. In the summer every 3 weeks or so. My armpits, I shave once a month or so. I don’t get caught up in what’s expected of me, but more for comfort.
All the other tips are great too: just soap or a simple hair conditioner are fine for the lather to help glide the blade.