If you are on a tight budget but still like to enjoy your surroundings, then I’ve got tons of great ideas for you. You can decorate your home without spending a ton of money. There are many DIY options and also creative ways to add a touch of coziness or beauty to your home. Frugal […]
Being frugal doesn’t mean you have to stay home all the time. There are so many ways to enjoy travel while also sticking to a budget and keeping with your values! Over the years I’ve written so much about travel, whether it’s how to plan ahead, how to save on flights, or how to use […]
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Summer means warmer weather, more time together as a family… and lots of free time. After the hectic pace of the school year, this more relaxed lifestyle is often welcomed at the beginning of the summer, but as the weeks pass by, most families start looking for things to do outside the home. In order […]
We all want to teach our kids important skills, but sometimes in the hustle and bustle of the school year it can be tough. Whether you homeschool or your kids are away from home most of the day, being home more in the summer can create the space to build some consistency. The first thing […]
Help your kids avoid losing all their newly developed math and reading skills with some great summer learning apps and websites! Many of these are FREE or offer free trials that will get you through most of the summer. We try to limit screen time, but when we break out the tablets I want my kids to […]
Long summer days filled with favorite books sounds amazing to me! I know kids don’t always feel the same way, so encourage summer reading with great programs and fun incentives. For kids, the more they read, the more summer reading rewards they can get! Check out all the ways your kids can be rewarded for […]
Right now at Amazon, get ALL your summer reads for a great price! They’re offering up to 90% off Kindle books, 70% off Goodreads Faves and more! I’m so excited to grab all my beach reads!! Note: I haven’t read all these books, so look at the synopsis and reviews to make sure you’re interested […]
It’s the time of year for lazy beach vacations, and you want ways to keep the kids happy without much work! So here are some ideas for super-simple (but satisfying) easy beach crafts that you can do on your special beach trip or while sitting at home dreaming of the waves. I’ve included some for […]