Year End: Popular Posts of 2011

On December 28, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

As 2011 comes to a close, I want to take a minute to thank all of you.  For me, the best parts of blogging are my readers and the growing community.  Nothing makes my day quite like receiving a comment or an email from a reader.  Thank you for your interest and support.  As I … Continue reading

 

October Update

On October 4, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

Happy Fall everyone.  This is my favorite time of year.  Sometimes it feels like we go straight from summer to winter, but we’ve been having amazing weather here that is making Fall even better than usual.  I realize it has been awhile.  Here’s a little about what has been going on here: Baby #2 Baby … Continue reading

 

Baby #2

On May 25, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

The news I’ve been waiting to tell you is that we have baby #2 on the way, due sometime in the fall.  We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of this little one. Everyone has been asking me if this pregnancy feels different from #1 and it’s a tough answer because my LIFE is so different … Continue reading

 

Reflections on 6 Months of Blogging

On February 17, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

Where’s My Trust Fund? turns six months old this week.  I’ve been thinking about what I have learned over the past six month and also how much my finances improved.  I’ve been most shocked with how much my finances have changed as I always felt like someone who had their finances in order.  Here are … Continue reading

 

Chocolate Linzer Hearts

On February 12, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

It’s February and winter is starting to drag on.   My last few posts have been somewhat long and serious and I felt the need for a more light hearted post.  So while this post has nothing to down personal finance, I hope you enjoy.  If you are looking for something to make for your Valentine … Continue reading

 

Yakezie Challenge

On January 30, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

I have recently joined the Yakezie network challenge.  The network was set up by a blog I follow, Financial Samurai.  Since I’ve started blogging, one of the things I’ve enjoyed most is the community.  By taking part in the challenge, I hope to grow the Where’s My Trust Fund community and continue to improve my … Continue reading

 

Financial Goals For 2011

On January 6, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

When I was a sophomore in high school, I gave up pop for New Years.  Besides falling of the wagon twice, I have kept this New Years resolution for almost two decades now.  However, this is one of my only New Years resolutions that I can remember, much less have stuck with for any period … Continue reading

 

Happy New Year: Popular 2010 Posts

On January 1, 2011 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

Happy New Year everyone! Starting a personal finance blog has been a goal of mine for a number of years now and I finally got to work on it in 2010.  It has been a lot of fun writing and I’ve especially enjoyed getting to interact with some of my readers either through comments or … Continue reading

 

Rethinking Holiday Gift Giving

On November 11, 2010 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

Running errands last week, I was shocked to hear Christmas music in all the stores.  We are having an Indian summer here and the Holidays feel a long way off but will be here soon.  Now is the time to think about your holiday gift giving routine and have conversations with family and friends if … Continue reading

 

Pushing Yourself To The Next Level

On November 7, 2010 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

On October 13, a very kind reader wrote to me saying how much he was enjoying Where’s My Trust Fund?  Specifically, he was impressed by the FREQUENCY of my posts, among other things.  I am sure this poor reader is now convinced he has completely jinxed me, or my blog.  Alas, this could not be … Continue reading

 

Cooking At Home

On October 15, 2010 in Uncategorized by notrustfund

I’m spending next week with friends and family, unplugged and relaxing.  In the spirit of taking a break, this post is going to be more about food, and less about personal finance.  However, between grocery shopping and eating out, food is a big part of everyone’s finances.  Cutting back in these areas is always an easy … Continue reading