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How to Make Money on an Adoption T-Shirt Fundraiser

How to Make Money with an Adoption T-Shirt Fundraiser

by Jessica Goodpaster | May 8, 2019 | Adoption Fundraising, Featured Story | 12 Comments

One of the most popular ways families raise money to bring their children home is with an adoption t-shirt fundraiser. In addition to offsetting adoption expenses, shirts give your community an easy way to publicly show support for your family. I get emotional every...

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How to Host an Amazing Mickey Mouse Party on a Budget

by Jessica Goodpaster | February 10, 2020 | Parenting | 17 Comments

My daughter just turned four and loves Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. So we celebrated with a DIY Mickey Mouse birthday party! I love to bring a party theme to life while keeping the budget small. Below are tips and ideas for decorations, outfits, invitations, supplies, and...

Hello and welcome!

by Jessica Goodpaster | January 30, 2018 | The Good Life | 1 Comment

Today I am officially starting this blog! There has been a little voice in the back of my brain for years that I dismissed telling me that I could use writing for good, but I have finally taken the steps of faith needed to listen and act. I'm excited about the...

7 Best Non-Toy Gifts for All the Kids in Your LIfe

7 Best Non-Toy Gift Ideas for All the Kids in Your Life

by Jessica Goodpaster | October 27, 2022 | Parenting | 32 Comments

Does it feel like toys are multiplying in your house? It stresses me out a bit to think of where to put everything after Christmas or birthdays. So I compiled a list of the best non-toy gifts for kids of all ages. You’ll find something for babies, toddlers,...

The Top 4 Ways You Can Afford Adoption

by Jessica Goodpaster | September 10, 2020 | Adoption, Adoption Fundraising, Adoption Stories | 4 Comments

In the latest installment of my Real-Life Adoption Stories, I'm happy to feature guest author Heather Marshall. She's a fellow adoptive mom and blogger who has not only been through the process twice, but also shares my passion for helping other families afford...

The Best Deals for Pre-Black Friday, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Beyond

by Jessica Goodpaster | November 20, 2019 | The Good Life | 7 Comments

It's Cyber Week! I'm updating you on some of the best deals and savings of the season. Bookmark this page to check back regularly throughout the week. Prepare for savings with the Best Money Saving Apps You Should Download Today. Or see below for deals at some of my...

But Even If He Doesn’t – Our Leap of Faith into International Adoption

by Jessica Goodpaster | July 28, 2016 | China Adoption, The Good Life | 9 Comments

One of my favorite Bible stories is that of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. (If you aren’t familiar, you should read the whole story in Daniel 3. It is a really good one.) Basically, Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar built a

5 Simple Back-to-School Hacks for the Best Year Yet

by Jessica Goodpaster | July 22, 2019 | Parenting | 24 Comments

In an attempt to be as productive as possible the other day, I ran to Walmart to make a return, buy the toothpaste I meant to get on my last grocery order, get ice cream for my son’s birthday party, and do a store pickup of a gift for my nephew. I had about 45 minutes...

How to Save Money on Prescription Glasses — A Warby Parker Review

by Jessica Goodpaster | January 10, 2019 | Saving and Budgeting | 41 Comments

As someone who has worn glasses since age six, I can attest to how expensive they are. When I finally broke down and decided to replace the pair I had for the past 16 years (don’t judge, I wore contacts a lot of the time!), I took my search for eyewear online. Now I’m...

Best Cheap Easter Egg Fillers for Your Fundraiser or Hunt

by Jessica Goodpaster | March 24, 2022 | Adoption, Adoption Fundraising | 0 Comments

If you are throwing a large-scale egg hunt or Egg My Yard fundraiser, you need affordable supplies. That's why I've compiled a list of the best Easter egg fillers. This post will focus on how to keep costs low for a successful Egg My Yard fundraiser, but the ideas...