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“Lemonade Sold Out” fun book for kids of all ages!

Posted on September 24, 2015 by candi sparks

Happy children make for a happy home! Sour kids make for a long weekend! We opted for the former and had fun making memories at the lemonade stand!  This was no ordinary stand – it was the larger than life … Continue reading →

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The Surprising Connection Between Friends and Money

Posted on August 23, 2013 by candi sparks

The secret is out! The law of attraction works in giving us back what we put out, even when it comes to money and friends. Here’s how. Your salary is likely to be the average of your five closest friends. … Continue reading →

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Broken Piggy Bank

Posted on August 7, 2013 by candi sparks

This summer we broke the piggy bank! For once we went for broke, it was time to enjoy the warm weather and celebrate life with a splurge! Now that school is just around the corner its time to re-think the … Continue reading →

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Surprising Ways Kids Count Your Money

Posted on May 9, 2013 by candi sparks

Who is in your wallet? Benjamin? Franklin? Your kids! You may not know what’s in there, but the chances are good that THEY DO. Here are a few of the surprising ways kids count your money. Readers are invited to … Continue reading →

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Are you raising a prince or a pauper?

Posted on March 6, 2013 by candi sparks

Please join me and @RaisingGreatMen on the #momsofboys tweet chat on Friday, March 8, 2013 at 10pm EST to share your thoughts and tips on this subject. You could win a free copy of “Can I Have Some Money? book … Continue reading →

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Money mistakes kids make

Posted on January 31, 2013 by candi sparks

  Little kids are adorable, even when dealing with money. But money can give them problems that range from cute to expensive-to-fix. Are any of these familiar? Feel free to share your own tips, stories and memories in the comments … Continue reading →

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Lessons from super storm Sandy

Posted on November 27, 2012 by candi sparks

Hurricane Sandy has left her mark on me. The storm showed me that patience with others and the ability to change your plans as well as becoming flexible to other people’s needs can have a rewarding outcome. The storm touched … Continue reading →

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Getting rich is still the American dream

Posted on August 21, 2012 by candi sparks

Getting rich is still the American dream, especially if you’re not rich. So here’s some free financial advice.  Having money requires a decision that you can do it and everyone in your family has to follow the plan!  Some people … Continue reading →

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Sneakers or felony shoes?

Posted on June 18, 2012 by candi sparks

I was shocked and amazed when a friend sent me a press release about the new Adidas sneakers getting ready to drop this August. To me, the sneakers look pretty much like the rest of the Adidas line, but they … Continue reading →

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Happiness found in translation

Posted on May 22, 2012 by candi sparks
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