Personal Finance and Lifestyle Guide
Tiffany Raiford is a lifelong Floridian, wife to my high school sweetheart and mother of four littles (two girls and boy/girl twins...no, they are not identical and yes, I'm sure). My kids love to whine, so I love to wine. My loves include nap time, bed time, date night, travel and evenings and weekends when my husband is home because he handles all diaper changes.
At the end of a long day, trying to figure out what to feed your family is often more stressful than anything else; trying to find a meal that will please everyone and is healthy is not an easy task. Between work, school, kids, team activities, practice, housework and all the other things that keep […] More
Whether you’ve been married for years, are engaged to be married or have only been dating a short time, there are things you can do to make your relationship better. Oftentimes, newly dating couples look forward to a time when they’ve been together so long that they are inherently comfortable with one another. Similarly, couples […] More
Temperatures are rising and summer is just around the corner. Kids will be out of school and the pool will be the most occupied part of your house. The dilemma of finding healthy, delicious snacks for everyone to enjoy throughout the day is challenging this time of year, which is why the perfect summer salsa […] More
You’ve probably heard that you are what you eat, but you are also who you spend time with. That’s right dieters, the people you spend time with are just as bad for your waistline as a supersized meal at your favorite unhealthy fast food joint. It’s hard enough to say goodbye to your favorite decadent […] More
For the most part, the perky barista at your favorite coffee shop doesn’t bother you, but occasionally her perkiness does nothing but irritate you. It’s not uncommon for you to have an off day that leaves you feeling like the Grinch; everyone has one from time to time. While you may think that nothing but […] More
It’s easy to motivate yourself when you’re in the mood, but when you aren’t in that motivated mood, finding the desire to get up and get things accomplished is far easier said than done. Most people need something to give them a swift kick in the you-know-what to provide a little motivation. Instead of waiting […] More
Diet and exercise are constant thoughts in a woman’s mind, whether she is actively involved or just thinking she needs to get involved. Women are notoriously concerned with their appearance and many woman wish they could snap their fingers and look 10 pounds thinner in an instant. While the best way to make your body […] More
In theory, most people love change: a new house, a new car or a new pair of designer shoes make just about everyone happier. In reality, however, change is often something that strikes a certain fear in many. A new house is great, but a new house in a new city or a new state […] More
It’s no big secret that the economy isn’t exactly thriving at the moment. In fact, it is downright depressing for millions right now. In such a shaky economy, many families have been affected in a very negative manner. People are losing jobs, incomes are shrinking and bank accounts are suffering. While the present state of the […] More
Experiencing an off day is not uncommon. Despite your best efforts to wake up on the right side of the bed, to start off on the right foot and any other common analogies for having a good day, sometimes you just can’t help but spend your day feeling stressed. Between careers, kids, spouses, friends, finances, […] More
Flowers are blooming, the sky is blue and the air is fresh with the scent of warm spring breezes and lazy weekends spent enjoying the beautiful weather. Spring is here. Now is the time to put away your winter wardrobe, open the windows and enjoy the beauty that is new life. It is also the […] More
Shoes are the staple that often pulls an outfit together. In fact, for many women shoes are the foundation of an outfit. Many women will pull out a pair of fabulous shoes and work her outfit around them. The simple fact is that it doesn’t matter what a woman wears, if your shoes are all […] More