I’ve been trying to come up with an effective way of introducing friends and family to financial independence (FI). The solution - this documentary about FI.

For 10 years, you are the center of your child’s world. 10 years. Maybe even 8. Maybe 12 if you are exceptionally lucky. But definitely not more than 12.

Two months ago we decided to give our kids an allowance. What were we thinking, and how is it going???

The pursuit of financial independence in the UK / US is simple, but not easy. In somewhere like Zambia, its neither simple nor easy.

My husband and I spent A LOT of money going to a Chautauqua last October – so one year on, was it worth it?

I had my hair cut yesterday by this REALLY hot chick for FREE!!! And its not the first time she’s cut my hair. How do we make sure we are spending money on what we really value.

Our 7-year-old wants money. Lots of money. Our money. We’ve been planning on giving them an allowance for some time...

There was some pressure to try to fit in a final weekend away with some family and friends before we left Zambia. For Mrs C and I, the thought seemed a little draining. A four-hour trip on dirt roads is not the most appealing, particularly when two of your offspring seem to believe it’s their obligation to throw up on any road trip longer...

We are neck-deep in the process of packing and selling all our ‘stuff’ as we prepare to leave Zambia. And I’ve been working away from home and long hours. And to top it all off, everyone in the family – ALL 6 OF US – have had a stomach bug. Just a good-bye present from Africa. Let’s just say that none of us are...

Today’s post is a little bit different. It’s a link to a guest post that I’ve written on another site – 1500days.com.