I have to confess something to you all. I'm tired. Like, really tired. There's just so much going on and on top of all that, we have some life decisions to make. I just can't stay on top of it all. I don't even want to write. Which is odd as blogging is something I love to do. There is so much more involved with blogging than just writing. I spend a lot of time on social media, promoting, etc. I just don't want to do it anymore. It's a lot of work for very little return and I'm worn out. I'm … [Read more...]
Frugal Fall Family Fun
Something about fall just makes me want to go out and do things. I think it is the fact that it is no longer sweltering outside. I don't do well with summer. However, fall is also a low money time for us. Summer and days off for competition in lumberjack competitions pretty well zaps our funds. For that reason, I try to find us free or cheap things to do as a family. Frugal fall family fun doesn't have to be boring either. Here are some fun ideas to try with your family. Jump in … [Read more...]
Word of the Year 2015 {Peace} Check-In
Every year I try to choose a word to live. The last two years the word has chosen me. Last year was grace and this year is peace. When God gave me the word "peace," I was terrified. I had no idea what was coming down the pike and was scared that I would have to learn peace in some pretty awful circumstances. Guess what? I was right. At the start of the year, we were facing medical issues for my daughter and a surgery for me. Then there was the ever present financial stresses. I was … [Read more...]
Things to Do Now for a Frugal Christmas
Yes, yes, I know. It's only the beginning of September. School just started back. Why am I talking Christmas already? Because if you want to have a frugal Christmas, there are some things you need to start doing now. If you wait until November or December, you will most likely spend more money. Maybe you don't want to have a frugal Christmas but it is going to be necessary this year. Maybe you just want to not spend as much money as you normally do. Whatever your reason for saving money on … [Read more...]
5 Ways I Saved Money in August
Here we are, at the end of another month. Time to look back at the ways I saved money this month. Just like every month, I do this to help encourage you to look at every opportunity to save. Some of those ways are simple some involve a little more creative thinking. This month is a little different as we spent a lot of time on the road. I'd love it if you would also tell me the ways you saved. I am always looking for new, creative ways to save...or reminders on some typical ways. Shopped … [Read more...]
After School Snacks Round-Up
Around here, schools are just starting to go back after summer break. So many things come with the going back to school time. New school supplies, back to the school year schedule, making new friends and seeing old friends, homework, and so much more. One thing that almost always happens is that those kids come home from school hungry! Of course, kids do seem to always be hungry. Most the time grabbing some crackers or some fruit is just fine but once in awhile it's nice to give them something a … [Read more...]
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