One Secret to a Working Mom Success: Minimize Expenses

Following Instagram posts can make you feel like other moms are either made of money or have sugar daddies funding their lifestyles. I can assure you. I have neither. There is nobody funneling money into my household except for me. And because I was an economics major and my dad was a banker, I am keenly aware of cash flow, assets and liabilities, and expenditures. Still, sometimes, I forget how expensive life can be. It's not because I lied about having a sugar daddy or have a trust fund.  It is because I am frugal. Indeed, being conscious of expenditures is integrated into my lifestyle.  I know that it is gauche to discuss money and yet, I feel compelled to share some thoughts.

A Peek Into the Life of a Working Mom: A Trip to My Alma Mater, The University of Virginia

We are in Charlottesville, Va. this weekend, which is the home of my alma mater, The University of Virginia.

I am excited. Andre and I have been here together a couple of times before, but it is the toddler's first time. I am thrilled to share this place that I love with her. Who knows. Perhaps we'll plant a seed this weekend that will grow and she'll love it as much as I do...

Here's hoping!


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Chasing Joy said…
It just might work. My dad went to Temple University. When I was little I knew their mascot and who was on their basketball team. Low-n-behold I am now a Temple University Alumni. :-)