Fall is a great time to tackle some specific cleaning tasks to prepare your home for the upcoming season. You might be wondering what in the world this has to do with frugality. Well, regular maintenance of the things in our home makes them last longer and keeps us from having to replace them! It […]
Did you know September is National Preparedness Month? Of course, weather events that cause emergency situations happen all year, but this month, the government encourages folks to think about they are prepared for fires, hurricanes, floods, or whatever is most likely where you live. Here are my tips on how to prepare for an emergency, […]
For years, Costco has often been touted as a great way to save money on some key items: diapers, pet food, toilet paper, and more! You know that I love a good deal, but I wanted to find out if it was actually the best deal. Not only was I not convinced it was always […]
Whether you are an avid outdoors person or just enjoy some family time on easy hikes, there is a great deal over Labor Day weekend on the #1 top rated trails app! Get 50% off a year of AllTrails+ when you sign up this weekend and use coupon code LDW2023. You can get always free […]
If I had to pick my favorite flavor combination of all time, I have a a quick answer: chocolate and peanut butter. They are both good, and I love both of them on their own, but the sum is always greater than the parts. Whenever I find a peanut butter recipe, I automatically think about […]
Do you have a garden overflowing with squash or zucchini? Or perhaps you just have some you need to use in the fridge? Here’s a list of some great summer squash recipes! 25 Summer Squash Recipes Zucchini Pizza Boats | Budget Bytes Squash and Onions with Brown Sugar | The Kitchn Savory Summer Squash with […]
It’s no surprise that I love my Instant Pot. It may not actually be “instant,” but what I like about it is that it doesn’t take a lot of active work (or thought) from me. I can get something going and then do other things, or even leave the house, while it’s cooking. I can […]
I always find that the start of a new season or a new school year puts me in the mood to create some new structures and rhythms. As my kids get older, one thing I like to encourage is helping around the house! Even very young kids can learn to do simple tasks, and having […]
If you or someone in your home has food allergies or is on a special diet, it can really affect your grocery budget. And while cooking from scratch and only using whole ingredients can be an easy way to avoid certain things, sometimes you just need something more convenient. I’ve rounded up the top gluten […]
