Make Your Child’s Slumber Party Safe and Fun
If you loved slumber parties as a kid, you’re probably eager to help your children enjoy them, too. Plan ahead to keep everyone safe and entertained. Planning Your Slumber Party 1. Draft your guest list. Most children are mature enough for overnight parties starting at about age eight. Limit the gathering to a size you can accommodate comfortably. Sleepovers are fun for boys and girls, but avoiding co-ed parties makes a parent’s job easier. 2. Collect parental contact information for all your guests. Ask every parent to give you...
read moreManaging Money 101: Creating and Using a Budget
Even when the economy is good and you’re living comfortably on the money you’re making, it’s a good idea to use a budget. Many people cringe when they hear that word, because they think it means you can’t have any fun or spend any money. That’s far from the truth. Even a tight budget leaves room for fun and a little extra spending from time to time. When you plan a budget, you must be realistic about what you’re spending and saving. Don’t say you spend $10 per week on lunches if you know you really...
read moreAmerica Saves Week February 19‐26
Set a Goal. Make a Plan. Save Automatically. The theme for America Saves Week 2012 is more than just a theme; it’s a simple set of instructions to help you save successfully. Set a Goal. Make a Plan. Save Automatically. Knowing what you want to save for, how to achieve it, and then making the savings process automatic will allow you to reach your savings goal. Set a Goal You can save more by having a goal in mind. Visualizing what you want to save for gives your savings a purpose. You may be tempted to withdraw from your savings if it has no...
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