My kids have always loved LEGO, and these days there are so many cool kits available for movies and games. However, those kits can be expensive, and if you’re anything like us, you have a ton of unused LEGO bricks in a big box somewhere. There are tons of ideas for making things with LEGO […]
Love apple pie, but don’t feel like making apple pie? These cinnamon apple pie bars are an easy and delicious solution! Start with a simple shortbread and top it with sweet apples and a crumbly streusel topping. PrintCinnamon Apple Pie Bars Recipe Ingredientscrust ingredients: 1/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/4 cup sugar pinch of […]
If you shop at the drug stores, you can get a ton of personal care items for FREE or very cheap every week. You can easily purchase more than what your family needs, so what do you do with the extra? You can donate it. In reality, many low income families do not have the […]
Being frugal and paying attention to your finances is obviously important, but sometimes it can be hard to look beyond the day-to-day. Planning and thinking ahead is crucial in order to ensure financial stability in the future. Planning for retirement and taking steps to put money aside for when you’re working is one component of […]
I know that we’re barely into September, but the holidays will be here before you know it. In fact, if you’ve been inside Hobby Lobby this summer, then it’s apparently been Christmas for several weeks already! Planning ahead can feel like a chore at the time, but your future self will thank you for the […]
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, […]
Join in tonight for our weekly Q&A. We’ll get started right at 8:30 pm eastern. This week I’ll just be focusing on CVS and how to get all the best deals. From getting started and how things work to making scenario ideas, we are going to hit it all. You can watch right here on […]
Buying what’s in season and on sale is the best way to help maximize your dollars and stretch your budget. Buying produce in season is somewhat obvious, as long as you know what to look for, but it’s also good to know what other products are in season. You can get items at huge […]
Let’s face it: mornings can easily be the busiest part of your day, and non-filling breakfasts can leave you feeling empty and sluggish. Here’s a list of quick breakfast recipes that will make your mornings easier! Note: The majority of these will make heading out the door much easier if you do prep work beforehand. […]
