Choosing cheaper cuts of meat is one of the most basic ways to save money on groceries. A long time ago I began to buy boneless, skinless chicken thighs more than chicken breasts, mostly because the flavor is better, but thighs are also cheaper than breasts! If you buy chicken thighs that are bone-in and […]
I love late spring and early summer because I can send the kids outside to wear off energy (and keep the house a tad bit cleaner). Honestly we all need to spend more time outside, fresh air and sunshine are the top two things needed for sanity! No parent should feel the need to entertain […]
No more root vegetables! It’s the start of Spring and that means a colorful bounty of produce in season this month. This large variety of produce will allow you a lot of creativity in your diet. What could be better than warm weather and color rich fruits and veggies! If you are looking for a […]
The abundance of fresh produce this time of year always inspires me to think of some new things to make for dinner. There are lots of ways to make cheap dinners using seasonal spring produce, because in many instances you can skip expensive proteins altogether! 7 Cheap Dinners Using Seasonal Spring Produce Roasted Spring Veggie […]
There is certainly a time and a place for making your own pie crust, your own custard, your own whipped cream. But sometimes, it’s nice to be able to cut corners and still come out with a delicious dessert. This easiest ever banana cream pie recipe is so, so simple. Combine some instant pudding with […]
There is nothing worse than going into your kitchen and noticing something moving… and realizing you have a whole trail of ants exploring your house. Living in the South, the season for these kinds of pests is from March to October, so I’ve become somewhat of an expert in dealing with unwanted pests. The warm […]
As the seasons change, sometimes I get the drive to make something new. I’m not necessarily the craftiest person, but there are so many things you can make without any special skills. These are things you can keep out for spring decor and some of them might even stay out all year. These 20 cozy […]
These days we’re all looking for ways to cut costs and save money. Sometimes that might mean avoiding travel entirely, but if you’re looking to get out of town, you might be able to get a little farther than you thought with super cheap flights! I am going to start sharing regular posts listing cheap […]
