When you get invited to an outdoor picnic event or summer potluck, sometimes it can be hard to decide what to make. Very few recipes taste good at a lukewarm temperature, so you have to be intentional about what you make. We often have events like this after church and there’s no way to heat […]
One of the things I enjoy about having the kids outdoors is how much it encourages them to be nature explorers. I like to let the kids be creative with what they find outside, so I decided to research fun arts & crafts projects for kids using materials found in nature. There are some great […]
Do you ever see things online or in a store and think “I could totally make that!” I had that moment once when looking through some recent sales. Some really cute bird feeders caught my eye, but the price tag kind of shocked me. These look awesome, but I just can’t bring myself to spend $22 on something […]
The year is more than halfway over, and I find this is a great time of year to look at my spending so far and see if I’m on track with where I had hoped to be. Maybe you set some goals at the beginning of the year–now is a great time to see if […]
Have you ever gone through a difficult season? There are so many times in life where we feel like we are in survival mode. It may be after the birth of a new baby, after a move, after the loss of a loved one, or after everyone in your family has been sick for what […]
It’s the time of the year when many families pack up the car and head out of town for a vacation to the beach or a trip to the mountains. Even if your kids are seasoned travelers, it can help to have something new to listen to when everybody piles into their seats. It’s also […]
This broccoli salad is one of my favorite side dishes to bring to family gatherings or picnics! It’s easy to put together and is always a crowd favorite. Frugal Recipe: Broccoli Salad 5 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 2 heads, chopped into relatively small pieces) 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup […]
Every little bit of savings adds up! If you live in an area that is offering 2024 back to school tax free weekends it can definitely be worth waiting to get your large ticket items like computer and clothes. Check out the list of 2024 Back to School Tax Free weekend dates for each state. There are […]
Yesterday I shared my best tips about how to save on cruises. After you get a great deal on the trip you don’t want to end up blowing all your cavings on all the little things they aren’t part of your “all-inclusive” vacation. So today I’m going to share more tips on how to cut onboard cruise costs! […]
