Lessons From Kitt Kittredge
January 14, 2009 by Katelyn Thomas
Filed under finances
I sat down with some little friends to watch Kitt Kittredge – an American Girl the other day and found more than a good movie. This movie is set in the Great Depression and has some great lessons for those of us who are struggling financially today or those of us who just want to be more thrifty.
When the movie starts, Kitt’s family seems to be thriving. Her dad has a car dealership and they are fairly well to do. Friends are struggling, though, and some of them are selling eggs to make ends meet. So, the first lesson …read more
A Tribute to Grandma
September 4, 2008 by Katelyn Thomas
Filed under lifestyles channel
The Lifestyles channel is doing a tribute to grandparents and I thought this was the perfect time to talk about my great-grandma. Growing up in times of economic hardship can be really tough, even if you have a spouse. But this amazing lady was widowed early and still managed to care for three children during a time when women had trouble finding work. She learned to be a nurse, cared for her family and, when she was older, still had the energy to make cute little outfits for her grandchildren’s dolls for Christmas and birthday gifts. (Out of left over …read more
