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Solo Parent, Three Kids, One Big Adventure: Why I Decided to Take This Trip
Does it feel impossible to afford a family vacation as a single parent? In late 2024, my oldest asked me if we could go to the beach for Spring Break in 2025. At that time, I was in the holiday blitz and struggling with my Christmas budget. My immediate response was No. After that conversation,…
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Starting from Scratch: What I Learned in My First Week of Blogging & Freelance Research
Small wins add up! This was one of my more productive weeks overall—I made real progress. After last week’s challenges with the winter storm, How I Stayed on Track With My Side Hustle Goals—Even During a Winter Storm, I was determined to get things done. But by mid-week, my energy levels took a hit. A…
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How I Stayed on Track With My Side Hustle Goals—Even During a Winter Storm
When Life Throws a Curveball at Your Plan I had a plan. Then nature had a different one. I was excited and motivated to start executing my plan to diversify my income. But then, a massive winter storm swept through the Midwest, closing local schools for four days straight. That meant my kids were home—bored,…
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Planning Success: 5 Easy Steps for Single Parents
Can a Single Parent Build 7 Streams of Income? When I first decided to take action to diversify my income, I hit a wall—action paralysis. Sound familiar? Maybe you’ve seen the same flood of advice: “You need 7 income streams to achieve financial freedom.” “Make $5,000 a month by doing this one thing!” “Follow this…
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Breaking Free: Starting My Journey to Financial Independence as a Single Parent and How You Can Too
Does financial freedom feel impossible as a single parent? Here’s how you can change that. Sometimes, YouTube videos spark motivation, while at other times they leave you thinking, “Not possible for me.” Lately, I’ve found myself watching many videos about building multiple income streams. I keep returning to this topic every few months, and it’s…