Tips & Tricks
Dollar Store Hacks for Summer Fun Toys
Parents all over the world may have a slight obsession with all the awesome toy options that can be found at the dollar store. While it may be tempting to look elsewhere for toy options, it’s hard to beat the…
VA Benefits Every Veteran Should Know About
My hubby served in the Marines many years ago. When he got out the only benefit we knew about was the GI Bill. They were great about helping him get into school but that was all. After twenty years I…
Make Carpets Look New Again + Home Made Carpet Cleaning Solution
Cleaning carpets and keeping them looking good can get really expensive, especially if you have kids and dogs. There are several ways to Make Carpet Look New Again. Most are very inexpensive and easy to do. Carpet Rakes: My favorite…
Tips & Tricks to Get Your Kid Out the Door in the Morning
Some days, mornings can be rough. When everyone in your family is hustling and bustling and trying to get out the door, it can be quite chaotic. Everyone needs to eat breakfast, to use the bathroom, find clean clothes, and…
Tips to Beat the Summertime Boredness
Kids all over the world are jumping for joy in the fact that summertime is here. No more school, homework, or waking up to the beeping on an alarm clock alerting them that it’s time to mosey out of bed…
The Best Foods to Buy in Bulk to Save You Money
The Best Foods to Buy in Bulk to Save You Money Buying food in bulk is a real money saver. It’s an appropriate option, regardless of family size. As long as you have adequate freezer and storage space, you’re good…
17 Fun Summer Activities For Families To Enjoy Together
Summer is here! These fun summer activities for families to enjoy together are perfect for keeping your kids happy all summer long. Getting involved with fun family projects in the summer months is a great way to encourage your children…
Instant Pot Hack to Cook Ribs
It’s raining – so of course I felt like smoking something. Had ribs – don’t have indoor smoker. Remembered Instant Pot and thought I would give it a shot. Won’t be smoked, but still will be ribs :) Quick Google…
How to Use Your Phone to Save You Money While You Travel
These days, you need some sort of phone to help you travel. Most phones have “smart” tendencies. Instead of allowing your phone to sit there lifeless, use it to save you money while you travel. I know vacations aren’t supposed…
7 Cheap Ways to Keep Cool in the Summer Heat
7 Cheap Ways to Keep Cool in the Summer Heat Summer is officially here and the temperatures are rising fast – it was 93 here today! As nice as it would be to keep the air conditioner set at a…
Recycle End of The Year Used Crayola Markers
The end of the year is coming up and I bet you have quite a few used markers laying around. Did you know that Crayola recycles used markers? They do and they even pay the shipping. How cool is that?…
Senior Discount for Those As Young As 50
You don’t have to be a senior to get the “senior” discount anymore, a lot of places are offering discounts for those as young as 50! The trick is you have to ASK for the discount. Here’s a list of…
Make Your Roomba Last Longer!
Make Your Roomba Last Longer! Roombas and other robotic vacuums are expensive. We bought ours refurbished a whopping 8 years ago and it is STILL running. With some maintenance and minor repairs you can get a lot more years out…
10 Old-Fashioned Frugal Tips
10 Old-Fashioned Frugal Tips Frugal living has been around for forever. Throughout time, families have always tried to find ways to save money and make their dollar stretch. Different decades throughout history have shown that frugality was a norm of…
Running on Empty? How to Refill your Energy Tank
Running on Empty? Here’s How to Refill your Energy Tank We’ve all heard that saying that “Life isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon”, but let’s speak the truth for a moment. Some days, life absolutely feels like a sprint. Balancing family,…
Fun Free or Cheap Date Night Ideas
Fun Free or Cheap Date Night Ideas No matter how new the relationship or how long you’ve been together, date nights are an important way to spend time connecting with each other. It’s actually an investment of your time and…