I'd love to know when you feel most in control of your money. I think it's different for all of us, and I also believe it changes depending on our stage of life, what we're working on, etc. My answer is definitely different now than it has been in the past.

Barnes & Noble's Summer Reading Program is back for 2026, and it's a great free way to encourage reading during the summer months. Here's how it works: ✅ Kids in grades 1–6 read any 8 books ✅ Record them in the free Summer Reading Journal ✅ Bring the completed journal to a Barnes & Noble store between July 1 and August 31, 2026 ✅ Choose a FREE book from the selection available for their grade level We've participated in past summers, and it's always fun for kids to earn a new book while building their reading habits. Details and the printable reading journal can be found here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/shop/summer-reading-free-book-giveaway If you have children, grandchildren, students, or young readers in your life, feel free to share this resource with them! ☀️📖💛

Hi, Friends! I'm leaving this afternoon for vacation. WooHoo! I still plan to check in here quickly each morning, but won't be as reachable or responsive as I typically would be. As always, if you need anything or have questions, post in the community or send a DM and we'll do our best to help. Keep working on your debt payoff plans and we'll do a final check-in on June 29th so we're ready for out July 1st kickoff.