Easy Homemade Granola Bars
If your house is anything like mine you run your house on a tight budget. But what do you say when your kids want a snack or your husband eats twice as much as any normal person? You find a budget friendly, healthy, and filling solution. Today Madison and I had fun in the kitchen [...]
Best Instant Chai Latte Recipe Ever!
My daughter and I love to have tea parties together, and now that the weather is chilly it is time to bring out the pumpkin spice and chai teas of the world! since most chai tea bags are black tea and caffeinated or are quite expensive I thought I’d search the web for a more [...]
Can Personal Stress Lead to Sin?
Blessed is the one who trusts in the LORD, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods. Psalm 40:4 With all of the uncertainty and stress in our great nation right now, I am sure that it would be no surprise to anyone if I said that [...]
Do it Yourself Green Cleaning Solutions
There are many options for all natural cleaning products these days that are similarly priced to traditional cleaning products. You must keep in mind that not all products claiming to be all natural are actually chemical free and green. Also, remember your goal by going green, is to keep all unnecessary pesticides, chemicals, and other [...]
How Much do You Spend on Your Childs Clothing and Toys?
Children grow so fast who can afford to buy a whole new wardrobe, shoes, socks, coats and all every 6 months?! Consignment store, sales, and clothing swaps are a great way to find inexpensive clothing, toys, and books. Plus most of these items are in like new condition since the kids that used these items [...]
Save Money Dining Out
We all know that dining out costs WAY more than eating at home, but occasionally we just need to get out of the house. Here are some tips on how to do that, on a family friendly budget. Many restaurants are now offering ‘kids eat free’ specials on certain days of the week, some even offer this [...]
A Cleaner (Cheaper) Clean
I know if you are anything like me you have a cabinet full of cleaning chemicals and various Swiffer products (wet and dry, maybe even dusters) etc. Recently, in an effort to reason with myself why there are so many chemicals in our house, I experimented with how well these products actually clean and compared [...]
Save Money on Back to School Shopping
The best way to save money on back to school shopping, or even grocery shopping, is to simply be organized. Start by putting together your shopping lists; one for clothes and another for supplies. Organize each list into columns of items needed or items wanted. Make sure to check with your school for the teachers lists-even colleges [...]
