Shelley Wenger
Bio
Small town country girl in southern Pennsylvania. Raising two boys on a small farm filled with horses, goats, chickens, rabbits, ducks, dogs, and a cat. Certified veterinary technician and writer at Virtually Shelley.
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Tips to Improve your Credit
If you are interested in buying a home soon (or even in the future), it is important to make sure that you have good credit. In fact, the better that your credit score is, the more affordable your home will be. It is amazing how even one or two points can really make a difference. It might even mean buying a home that is just big enough or one that your family can grow into.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Lifehack
Four Habits That Lead to Debt
We live in a society filled with debt. Many people struggle to pay their bills, and they reach for their credit cards in order to put food on the table. They take out loans, so they can drive a flashy car. Their mortgage may be overwhelming because they wanted a big home.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Lifehack
We Don't Want To Talk About Money
If you have read any of my other articles, you may have realized that I have a lot to say when it comes to the veterinary world. I work very hard each and every day to help clients give their pets the best life possible, and it can be very upsetting to hear some of the things that are said about us, especially when it comes to money.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Petlife
Tips to Deal with Your Finances
Divorce is a definite life-changer, no matter how long you have been married. Your whole life is going to change, from your daily life to your finances. This is especially true if you combine your money in order to pay your regular expenses. Then, there are times when a couple decides to live on one income so that one parent can stay home to take care of the children and the home.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Families
Things You Should Do to Prepare for An Adoption
Adoption can be a gift. If you can't take care of your baby, adoption is a way of giving him or her a better life. If you can't have a child, it gives you the opportunity to have the family that you always wanted.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Families
Tips to Cope with Unemployment
Unemployment has been at a high, especially since the pandemic. While there were still plenty of companies that could allow their employees to work from home, even more were unable to do so. Because of this, many businesses had to close unless they were considered essential. Then, there were the essential workers who had to find a way to homeschool their children while working. For some, it just wasn't possible.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Lifehack
Can You Be Discriminated Against as a Working Parent?
It is amazing to me, that working moms still face discrimination in the workplace. They are less likely to be hired and are often overlooked when it comes to getting a promotion. Since working moms are used to multitasking and getting a lot done, they can be invaluable assets to a business. They are truly great employees, and they are only looking for a chance to prove themselves.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Families
Even More Things Vet Techs (And Vets) Want Pet Owners to Know
If you haven't had a chance to read my first two in the series, you can check them out right here. Things Vet Techs (and Vets) Want Pet Owners to Know, and More Things Vet Techs (and Vets) Want Pet Owners to Know.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Petlife
The Challenge to Juggle It All As Working Parents
More people are working from home, making it hard to balance work and home life. Most don’t have a home office, so they are just working in the kitchen or the living room, surrounded by their family, who is also home. They are dealing with interruptions all day long, from their children to their spouses. They may pick up their laptops in the evening, just so they can continue to put more work in. There isn’t much balance because they spend so much time trying to get their work done.
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Families
More Things Vet Techs (And Vets) Want Pet Owners to Know
I recently wrote an article that was pretty popular. If you haven't had a chance to read it, you can check it out here. However, as I went through all of the things that I want to get out there, I can't just write one article. It may turn into another big series that I need to write!
By Shelley Wengerabout a year ago in Petlife