It’s no surprise that our family loves to read, and I love to read a wide range of books. And even though I talk and share about frugal living as my profession, sometimes reading a book about frugality or simplifying serves to give me a jolt of inspiration. If you like to read, there are […]
Starting next week, we will see a ton of deals in stores for school supplies. As you look through store deals, it helps to have an idea of what a good price is. This school supplies buy price list should help you make sure you get the best deal (and ignore the not-so-great ones)! Although some […]
Looking to save on dining this summer? Here are some restaurants where kids can eat free or nearly free this summer. Do note it depends on location so be sure to check ahead before heading to the restaurant. Not all locations of these restaurants may have the same deals, and locally owned franchises may have […]
It’s grilling season, and I know I love using the grill instead of being stuck in a hot kitchen. A few weeks ago I shared 16 vegetarian grilling recipes, but today I’m going to appeal to the other end of the spectrum and share 18 grilled meat recipes. From pork to beef to seafood, you […]
Summer is here, which for me means I want easy, no-thinking-required meals that take almost no time to put together. It’s a bonus if I don’t have to slave over the stove or have the oven on all day! These easy meatball subs meet that description, and my kids love them. Another bonus is that […]
Are you trying to get ready for the beach, or maybe just comfortable in shorts? This is the time of year when most of us regret a few of our late night snacks and make a crazy plan to lose weight before a big trip. Most of you know that over the last year I’ve been […]
The Aloha State promises so many wonderful things, but just getting your feet on the ground can cost a lot! The good news is that there are countless things to do across the islands that won’t cost you anything. Because of the mild temperatures year-round and the gorgeous natural beauty of the geography, Hawaii has […]
