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Different Versions of the 52 Week Money Challenge Printable

This Christmas I bought every present for our entire Family and friends with savings. Throughout the year, every time I got change from a purchase I put it aside. I never looked at it, never counted it, and I really hoped it would be enough. I decided to do things a little different for the new year, a little more structure and accountability. This is why I created these Three Different Versions of the 52 Week Money Challenge Printable.

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How to Stay Organized as a Large Family

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How to Stay Organized as a Large Family

Large families are a blessing, but they can have their challenges. When you have 8 people living under one roof, it can be challenging to stay organized. Here are some tips on how to stay organized as a large family that have helped me:

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Cute and Functional Frozen Chore Charts

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Cute and Functional Frozen Chore Charts

As a Mom of 6 kids I have tried everything under the sun when it comes to chores. Chore charts work. It’s that simple. Whatever reward was attached to the completion of the week was not as important. It was the satisfaction and happiness when they saw the chart completed. I have also bought the biggest and fanciest charts. I have made my own from printer paper or poster boards. Again, it was always about the end result. Having adorable and fun chore charts are pleasing to the eye of course, so any chance I got to use designs and characters was always a bonus! Here are some Cute and Functional Frozen Chore Charts we have created for you, I hope they help you as much as they helped me!

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7 Tips for Less Chaos at Home

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7 Tips for Less Chaos at Home

With work, bills, responsibility, kids, and activities, life can get a little chaotic from time to time. Chaos at home can cause more stress and anxiety on top of what you already have. I know first hand how day to day life can keep me from being as productive as I need to be. When life gets chaotic, these 7 tips for less chaos at home will help:

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