Join stay-at-home mom Jennifer Pinarski as she balances family, marathons and a new life in the country.
Latest Blog Posts
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Help! I'm worried about my daughter's dental surgery
Jennifer is looking for tips to help her prepare for a trip to the hospital for her daughter's dental work.
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Why I've decided to grow my own vegetables
After a recent visit to her childhood home, Jennifer decides to start her own vegetable garden — to help her cut costs and get back to nature.
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How do you explain unemployment to children?
Experts believe parents should talk to their children about personal setbacks, but Jennifer is struggling to find the right words.
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The worst Mother's Day gift ideas
Jennifer takes to social media to see what gifts moms hope they don't receive this Mother's Day.
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The emotional truth of grocery shopping on a budget
After an emotional trip to the grocery store, Jennifer learns there's more to cutting grocery bills than dollars and cents.
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How I saved $125 on groceries — without coupons
Jennifer discovers an easy, coupon-free way to cut down her family’s food expenses.
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Like mother, like son!
Jennifer's proud that her son has inherited one of her strongest personality traits.
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5 planet-friendly tips parents can learn from kids
Jennifer believes that real Earth Day lessons can be learned from our children.
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How the Boston Marathon explosions united my running family
Jennifer reflects on how the Boston Marathon explosions impact the running community.
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The day that made me believe in omens
Finding a lost treasure changes what Jennifer believes in.
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