Back to School deals start in early July right after the July 4th holidays! Start shopping now to grab 50¢ pencils, paper and so many other great deals! You can get most of your back to school shopping done without spending much at all! There are so many great deals that it just takes a […]
This recipe for slow cooker carnitas is so easy and makes a delicious taco! Use the slow cooker to make the meat tender, then shred it and broil in the oven to get the edges crispy. PrintSlow Cooker Carnitas Tacos Recipe Ingredients1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp […]
We are in peak growing season and even if you don’t have your own garden, farmers’ markets and produce co-ops are over flowing with great fresh vegetables. The problem comes when you have more than you can eat before it starts to go bad! Today I’m going to share some basic tips on how to freeze fresh […]
Need a good college dorm room packing list? I have you covered! Last year we officially crossed into the world of parenting college aged kids. Sending your kids off to school is a bit overwhelming, even more so if your kids are like mine and heading to school 6+ hours away. If they need something, there […]
When it comes to Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh may not seem like as exciting a tourist destination as Philadelphia, but there is actually a ton of history here as well as experiences in the arts and nature. This list of free things to do in Pittsburgh will keep you busy no matter how long you plan to […]
The first time I flew out west and saw the Rocky Mountains in person for the first time, it was hard to express my awe! The mountains closer to the East Coast are impressive, but the scope and scale of the Rockies is difficult to put into words. For that reason, it’s a popular spot […]
A great way to save on large Back to School purchases is waiting for tax free weekends. If you live in an area that is offering 2025 back to school tax free weekends make sure to mark the dates on your calendar now! Check out the list of 2025 Back to School Tax Free weekend dates […]
As I started researching this post, I was blown away at the long list I had to edit to get down to 25 free things to do in Raleigh, but also at how many of the free things are museums. There were several times when I went to investigate one of these activities that someone […]
Summer in the South means it’s okra season! And this fried okra recipe makes for a delicious, crisp, and flavorful side dish. PrintSouthern Fried Okra Recipe Ingredients12-14 oz fresh okra 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2/3 cup cornmeal salt and pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder pinch of cayenne pepper […]
