Any way you can save a few extra dollars is great if you ask me. It’s not my intent to become another site that consistently offers this information. In my opinion, there are sites that do this much better than I could, like the Penny Pinchin’ Mom. Time and again, she is an excellent resource […]
Read more »Stretching Your Grocery Budget
Published in groceries, saving money on September 6, 2010
It’s no surprise that many of us are looking to save money and cut back wherever we can. Since groceries can be a large part of your budget, I wanted to pass on some good news. What if I told you that you could purchase food for a family of four that would last about […]
Read more »You Can Still Plant Some Veggies … Really!
Published in gardening, saving money on September 5, 2010
It’s that time of year again… the temperatures start to cool down, and you can smell a hint of Fall in the breeze. I enjoy warm weather, but I also look forward to seasons changing. And this is the time of year you can get in one last planting of some quick-growing veggies before the […]
Read more »Penny Pinchin’ Menu Pick 9-4-2010
Published in Penny Pinchin' Mom, Recipes on September 4, 2010
For those of you looking for this week’s recipe, here it is. We’re having a few technical problems. Thanks for your patience! Beef Stroganoff I love this recipe – it’s a great way to stretch a budget without feeling like that’s what you’re trying to cut corners. If you are using a cut of beef […]
Read more »Looking for Some Extra Cash?
Published in Uncategorized on September 2, 2010
I know, most of us would answer a resounding “YES” to that question. After all, we are quickly approaching the Holiday season, and back-to-school always seems to cost more than it did the year before. Wouldn’t it be nice to get through the season without using credit? Even if you haven’t budgeted for it (don’t […]
Read more »Rainy Day Rescue
Published in kids activities, rainy day fun on June 6, 2010
It’s that time of year again… school is nearly finished, and soon the kids will be home for a few weeks. Personally, I’m looking forward to days at the pool, trips to the park, and organized activities with other moms like the zoo and local blueberry patch. Yes, I’m looking forward to a slightly relaxed […]
Read more »Keeping School Skills Through the Summer
Published in kids activities, school skills, summer activities on May 11, 2010
I had an interesting conversation with a dear friend the other day. She has been a teacher for many years. While we were talking, she mentioned that the first couple of months of the school year are spent reviewing curriculum from the prior year because kids “lose it” over the summer. Wow. That fact really […]
Read more »It’s Not Too Late to Start a Garden!
Published in gardening, kids activities on May 10, 2010
It’s hard to believe that the informal beginning of Summer (aka Memorial Day) is just a few weeks away. It seems like the year is flying by! If you think it’s too late in the year to start a garden, I’m here to tell you that you’re wrong! You still have plenty of time to […]
Read more »Saving Money with Organic Foods
Published in healthy foods, healthy snacks, organic food, saving money on March 29, 2010
Hello again! I’m amazed that it’s been almost a month since we’ve chatted. I guess it’s been busier than I thought… March definitely came in like a lion, but the proverbial lamb is just around the corner with sunny skies, warmer temperatures, and flowers like crocus, hyacinth, and daffodils dotting the landscape with cheerful colors. […]
Read more »March is National Craft Month!
Published in kids, kids activities, kids crafts, National Craft Month on March 2, 2010
Hello to all of you again! I don’t know if you are a “crafty” person or not, but March is National Craft Month. I have to be honest with you… my basement is a virtual shrine when it comes to crafting. Scrapbooking? Yep. Stamping? Of course. Soapmaking? Uh-huh. Candlemaking? Do you need to ask? You […]
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