Monthly Archives

June 2014

  • Choosing Secondhand First

    Buying Secondhand First


    38 Comments

    Johnny and I have mentioned more than a few times how much we love using Amazon Prime. The prices are reasonable, and the free, two-day shipping is pretty dang convenient. In fact, sometimes it’s a little too convenient. Rather than look to local classifieds or Craigslist first, Amazon has become…

  • Guilt-Free Splurging

    How We Do Guilt-Free Splurging


    24 Comments

    I love that each new year comes with a new chance for goals, resolutions, and planning. But no matter how many resolutions you set or how many plans you make, the year never goes exactly how you imagined it. Johnny and I have managed to stay on track financially, but…

  • NYC Getaway

    A Trip to NYC


    6 Comments

    We’re back from NYC, and it was a fantastic trip! I explored each day while Johnny worked, and then each night we walked miles and miles just soaking up the hustle and bustle of the city. Our hotel was in Chinatown, and when we stepped out onto the street each…

  • Johnny and Sally

    Somebody’s Birthday


    20 Comments

    Happy hump day! We’re in NYC this week, enjoying our fair share of subway commuting and pizza by the slice. And today also happens to be Johnny’s birthday! When it comes to money, you all know that Johnny’s the saver — I’m the spender. I think his posts have also…