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Happy Easter!
Nothing much to put here. Saturday was a whirlwind. Our local honey baked ham had a fire in it’s plaza and that made my Mother In Law have to drive two hours away to get her ham that she wanted. We also saw an awesome show at the planetarium. Kids are excited about the Easter…
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Spring Break and Much Needed Rest
Sleep, cook, chores.
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Frugal Friday April 3rd 2026: When Frugality Goes Sideways
Frugality isn’t always a straight line to savings; sometimes, it’s an expensive detour. This Frugal Friday, I’m sharing a cautionary tale of how a DIY burial for my cat turned into a $400 lesson in utility locations. From severed invisible fence wires to emergency landscaping, here is the ‘gritty truth’ of why doing it yourself…
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The Gritty Truth of My $2,000 March Side Hustles: Chime, SoFi, and Free Cash
Passive income isn’t just about dividends; sometimes it’s about the hustle. In this April 2026 update, I’m breaking down the ‘shady but effective’ side of the Snowball. From turning Branded Survey donations into profit to using a 30% gambling site bonus to off-ramp crypto into my Robinhood wallet, here is how I generated over $2,000…
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March 2026 End of Month Update: Tax Refunds and Big Payouts
March 2026 was a month of massive movement and significant tests of resolve. Between a heavy tax refund, strategic credit card churning, and navigating the ‘cannibalization’ of weekly payers, the Snowball saw a total inflow of over $5,700. Despite market volatility and principal degradation, the dividend income continues to climb. Here is the full breakdown…
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Discipline, It Always Comes Down To It
It’s easy to talk about discipline when things are going well, but the real test comes when life gets heavy. After a rough week emotionally, the temptation to step away from the ‘Snowball’ and the daily writing grind was loud. This post is a raw look at the internal battle between the urge to quit…
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I’m Late I’m Late for a Very Important Honeygain Update!
When it comes to passive income, ‘slow and steady’ is the name of the game—sometimes a little too slow. In this Honeygain update, I’m checking in on my progress since January. From missed daily bonuses to the reality of payout windows, here is a transparent look at why some passive income streams require a heavy…
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Cleaning for Easter and Spring Break 2026
Spring cleaning time.
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Community: March 2026 – Bringing Back the Trees
Community isn’t always about grand gestures; often, it’s found in the small things like school playbills and local fish dinners. As March 2026 comes to a close, I’m looking at how we can literally regrow our neighborhoods. From supporting local non-profits to planting new trees in the ‘devil strip,’ here is a look at how…
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Frugal Friday 3/26/26: The Mindset
Living with a frugal mindset often means looking for quality and intentionality in every area of life. This week, that mindset was put to a difficult, personal test. Following the loss of a longtime family pet, we chose to bypass the traditional costs of cremation to return to a family tradition at my childhood home.…
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