We have two kids about to turn 10 in less than a year. One is a girl, the other a boy (twins – no, not identical.) Having one of each is amazing. Disparate gender kids widen the scope of our parental responsibilities in myriad ways. We wouldn’t trade it. As frugal-minded parents, of course, we […]
Minimalism and Sustainable Living
The benefits of minimalism and sustainability are countless. A smaller house and a smaller car (or no car) are just tips of the iceberg. Did you know you can save huge with creative LEGO strategies?
Consider experiments with riding your bike to work or becoming a vegetarian for a month. These habits not only help the pocket book, they also help our planet!
Is Self Deprivation Keeping You From Enjoying Life?
The headlines are catchy. Some 20-something out there worked hard for 5 years to save $500,000 so he or they could retire early before 30. A noble, Instagram-worthy pursuit to be sure, but with it comes a brutal stretch of self deprivation due to saving for retirement. Starbucks suddenly becomes a no-no. Getting around in […]
Our Rockin’ Minimalist Home Theater Setup
There’s never enough room in a small house. If I want to buy a Foosball table, I’m screwed. If Mrs. Cubert wants to bring home a rowing machine, we’d have to lose our second family room. Finding a cheap minimalist home theater with a stellar picture and sound is a daunting proposition. Home theater is […]
How to Build the Official LEGO Death Star With Random Bricks
The nice thing about the occasional Polar Vortex is the unplanned bonus time you get to spend with your kids. Last week, the kids’ school was canceled four out of five days due to the extreme cold. Sure, it was trying in some aspects. This is the time of year when projects start to get […]
Why Does Shopping Feel So Good?
This past Sunday I let my guard down. I told the family to saddle up. We were going shopping. Time for a little retail therapy. Why does shopping feel so good? Let’s explore how a frugal minimalist rationalizes THIS one… My spark was lit by the realization that we didn’t have enough Christmas decorations. Bizarre. […]