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Opening a High Yield Savings Account
We just opened a high yield savings account, and I don’t know why we waited so long. It felt like one of those things that would be complicated or intimidating, but it was actually the opposite. If anything, it was kind of fun knowing our money is finally doing a little work for us instead
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Pan-Fried Steak with Parmesan Asparagus & Texas Roadhouse Rolls
Some nights you want something that feels a little special without turning into a whole production. This is one of those dinners. Steak, crispy parmesan asparagus, and those Texas Roadhouse rolls that honestly make the meal on their own. This is the kind of meal I make when I want real food, not something complicated.
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How to Set Money Goals Together Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Setting money goals as a couple can feel heavy, especially when you’re already juggling everyday expenses and real life responsibilities. It’s easy to think you need a perfect plan or a total financial reset to move forward. The truth is, healthy money goals don’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. They just need to be
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New Year, Same Marriage
A new year always comes with a lot of noise about changing everything. New goals. New routines. New versions of yourself. But marriage does not need a complete overhaul just because the calendar flips. This year we are focusing on setting goals that actually make sense for our life right now. Goals we can reach
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What 2025 Taught Me About Money
Before this year, money always felt slightly messy. Not disastrous, just unorganized enough to be stressful. Bills were paid, but without much confidence, and there was rarely a clear sense of what was left afterward. In 2025, that finally changed. The biggest difference was learning how to budget in a way that actually worked for






