The grocery challenge: Money-saving tips for Chicago families By Megan Murray Elsener 3/21/17  If your grocery bill depresses you, you are not alone. Outside of your mortgage or rent, food is usually the next biggest expense in your budget. We consulted some of the best money-saving bloggers to get tips on ways to start reducing your... Continue Reading →

How to prepare for overnight summer camp By Megan Murray Elsener 1/31/17  If your child has brought up the idea of going away to camp this summer, or you think they are ready for a new experience, now is the time to start getting information and making a plan.  From day camps to family camps to... Continue Reading →

The Mom Project wants moms to have money, family and flexibility By Megan Murray Elsener 3/27/17  Megan Puzen had fully established herself in the public relations community in Chicago, working at the city’s best small boutique shops and large global marketing companies. Then she had a baby. For a variety of reasons, Puzen, of Arlington Heights,... Continue Reading →

Experience a hands-on family stay at Kinnikinnick Farm By Megan Murray Elsener 4/11/17  Do you get tired of the grind of everyday life? Maybe stepping away and reconnecting with simpler, slower things is just what you need.  Just 90 minutes from Chicago in Caledonia, Kinnikinnick Farm is an experience like none other. Not only is it... Continue Reading →

The highs and lows of doing it alone as a single parent Sarah Korf By Megan Murray Elsener 5/31/17  Single parenting is often overlooked and underappreciated, yet it’s a tall task. Being a single mother literally can mean doing it all, from working all day to carpooling to handling the dirty dishes, without anyone to pass... Continue Reading →