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On Equality
I’ve been meaning to write a post about maintaining an equal partnership with your significant other for a long time. First, I wanted to write about it because the topic comes up all the time when I’m hanging out with my friends from prenatal yoga, since all of us have new babies. Secondly, I wanted to write about this topic because some of you have been asking about it in the comments section.… Read MoreEquality has been at the forefront of my mind for a long time. As an American studies major in college (with a minor in gender studies), it was a constant topic. It also infuses my daily work
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Fall! A List of Intentions
Image courtesy of treasureagainBelieve it or not, I can tell that fall has descended upon Houston. Of course it still feels hot, but it’s not an oppressive, inferno kind of heat.… Read MoreThe summer came and went, and I don’t really feel like I had a chance to “seize the season.” I was inspired by Amanda’s list, but I couldn’t seem to make time for own delicious list making.
So now fall is here, and I want to set some intentions. How can I best take advantage of the fall for myself and for our little family?
Let’s see:
- Go to a pumpkin patch! Yes and yes! It would
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Saving for College: 529s
I’ve had it on my to-do list since Henry was born to start a tax-free 529 savings plan to begin squirreling away money for his college tuition (and to allow the magic of compounding interest to help us out). We’re opting for a 529 rather than pre-paying in-state tuition because we have no idea where Henry will end up (we really don’t even know if he’ll go to college).… Read MoreBut here we are, seven months later, and we haven’t done it yet. I really don’t know how to compare all the plans (every state has a different one, and you can invest in any state’s plan). Matt’s dad is recommending
