One Car No More

I am somewhat sad and somewhat relieved to report we purchased another car. Our one car adventure lasted for almost four months and although we save a ton on car payments, insurance and the such. I lost a ton of sanity. Public transportation in our area is virtually nonexistent. Driving my husband to work, take the bean to her grandmas (on my work days), and getting around almost killed me. Many days I spent two hours or more in the car. For me that is my own personal hell.

So although we have a small car payment and insurance again, I feel tons better. We will figure out another way to save and pay off debt.

Overwhelming Sadness

There have been lots of hugs and kisses around my home since Friday. Both my husband and myself have been deeply touched by the events at Sandy Hook Elementary School last week... as has the rest of the country and the world.

I will take time each and everyday to think of the people that lost their lives not only in this horrible tragedy, but each and every one that plaques our world.

Super excited! A teepee for the bean

As some of you may remember, I am completely in love with play tents and teepees! I decided that this holiday season was the perfect time to buy one for the bean. I am excitedly awaiting its arrival. In the mean time.... I will just look at the Etsy listing over and over.... and over!

Check it out!

From Etsy Seller SnailCandy

One Car Family: The good, the bad and the ugly

It has been almost two months now since we took a huge leap of faith and became a one car family. There have been good days and bad days... i'm not actually sure of which there are more of.

The Good: The money-savings has been awesome! Not dishing out a car payment and insurance for my car has been fantastic. My tags were due in November and being able to immediately shred the bill was something special.

The Bad: Driving sucks! Public transportation is virtually non-existent in our area. Consequently, I have become a bit of a chauffer. I take Mike to work, pick him up, and do all the driving in between. 

The Ugly: I have literally "ugly cried" over driving related stress. There have been a few days that traffic has been killer and my total driving time has been well about two hours... not an exciting way to spend your day... especially with an impatient toddler in the back seat.

That all being said, I am really glad we did it. The money we got for the car allowed us to get one HUGE step towards having our debt paid off .... and that feeling trumps everything.

Kansas City Kids Event

Kansas City kids have a great activity this Saturday. If you are local to the area, be sure to stop by Science City on Saturday, November 10th.

Time Warner Cable and Science City are presenting a fun-filled Saturday at Union Station! The event provides a STEM-themed day with family-friendly exhibits, activities, robot rumbles and much more! FREE for the entire family!

Walk For Farm Animals

Our little family recently participated in the Farm Sanctuary Walk for Farm Animals. What a wonderful experience for the Bean's first time as an activist! It was nice to see other vegan families proudly standing up for their beliefs. 

Farm Sanctuary is wonderful organization that works hard to protect farm animals from cruelty, inspire change in the way society views and treats farm animals, and promote compassionate vegan living. Check out their web page to learn more about them!

Quote of the Week

Today starts a new type of recurring feature! I don't know about you, but I love a great quote. From thought provoking and inspiring to funny... I love them all. My plan is to start with a weekly quote or thought. If you have a quote you love, please leave it in the comment section!

So here goes...

Until he extends the circle of compassion to all living things, Man will not himself find peace.

--Dr. Albert Schweitzer