I was raised by my mom and her sisters. Growing up with 3 'mothers' has made me a more thoughtful adult.

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I grew up in a split-level home with my mom and her two sisters. My unconventional, modern upbringing shaped who I am now.

Sara Sturek

We spent $40,000 while living on a boat for a year and traveling. It was cheaper than living on land, but there were some trade-offs.

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Elliot Schoenfeld and Jennifer Johnson lived on a boat for two years to save money.

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We're homeowners in Mexico and renters in the US. It's allowed us to live the best of both worlds for 20 years.

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We enjoy spending part of our year in Mexico.

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