65 | Thriving on One Income Through the Holidays—Without Cutting the Joy

You want to make the holidays special, but when you’re living on one income, every grocery run, gift list, and family gathering seems to come with a price tag that tugs a little tighter than last year. And yet—you don’t want to cut the joy. You want your home to feel peaceful, festive, and full of meaning, not stress. In this episode, I’m sharing the practical shifts that have helped our family thrive on one income—especially through the holiday season. From secondhand finds and meal planning to budgeting, DIY projects, and tithing, these are the small, intentional habits that have kept us grounded and grateful. Because peace in your home isn’t about how much you spend—it’s about how much you trust that God will provide, and how wisely you steward what He’s already given you.   Blessings, Jynae . . . 👉🏻 START HERE: The Modern Homemaker Method shows you how to build simple, repeatable rhythms that bring order, clarity, and peace without rigid schedules or burnout. Enroll Here: https://jynaeschmid.com/modernhomemakermethod . . . 👉🏻 EXPLORE MORE: Visit our website: https://jynaeschmid.com/ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://jynaeschmid.myflodesk.com/homemakersjournal