The Smart Mom's Guide to Staying
Home, by Christine K. Walker
ISBN: 141-200760-7
Retail: $15.95
Trafford Publishing
2333 Government Street Suite 6E
Victoria, BC V8T 4P4, Canada www.trafford.com www.thesmartmomsguidetostayinghome.com
In a two-income economy families are finding it more and more difficult than ever to make
ends meet. Yet, many families are determined to pay off their debts and get one
parent home-for the kids! But how can two-income families become one-income families, in a
two-income economy? (Try that tongue twister on for size.)
Christine Walker, author of The Smart Mom's Guide To Staying Home, says the answer is
"a matter of being frugal, not cheap." In 65 essay-style frugal, but not
cheap, tips, Walker explains ways she successfully cuts corners without living a deprived
lifestyle.
In her book, families are reminded of several ways they overspend
without realizing their money is going out the door. She goes into detail, by
example, of ways every family can decrease expenses, organize their homes, cut food waste,
and literally find stop buying duplicate and overpriced items.
If you're new
to cutting corners and living on a tight budget, you'll want to read this book. It's such
a leisure read, you can have it completed in one night.
About the Reviewer: Alyice Edrich
is the editor of The Dabbling Mum.com,
where BUSY parents find balance. She is also the author of several work-from-home e-books,
including one that allows parents to earn $50 in two hours without joining an MLM or home
party business.
