Every year my husband usually has to tell me it’s too early to start putting up Christmas decorations, so I’ve learned that I can get away with putting up fall/autumn decorations (aka Thanksgiving) in October, which is okay with me. I’m already playing with ideas for this year’s mantel. Here are some of the fall mantel decor […]
Everybody needs a quick meal they can go to on busy nights! These quick and easy chicken tacos are yummy and can easily feed a crowd. PrintQuick & Easy Chicken Tacos Ingredients2 tbsp oil salt and pepper 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup sliced onion 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper 1 tbsp ground […]
Every fall I have things I like to do, either alone or as a family. We like to roast marshmallows, find a place to go in a hay ride, and spend time outdoors enjoying the weather. Another favorite is to make this pumpkin chocolate chip cake. I usually make it at least once every fall, and […]
I don’t know about you, but I’m doing even more shopping from home than usual these days. And because we have Amazon Prime, most things get to my house in a day or two. Every once in a while I like to add a little something onto my order for my kids, but I like […]
Pretty much every Sunday in the fall and winter months we have this meal for lunch. It’s comforting and the perfect way to get your belly ready for a Sunday rest. This pot roast is made in a slow cooker, but I like to brown my meat first before adding it in. This is optional, […]
Years ago when we were on an extremely tight budget, I found a recipe for falafel and began making it. I don’t remember where the recipe came from, but it wasn’t a good recipe, and I force fed it to my family several times in the name of eating frugally. Finally, we took a long […]
Earlier this year, I shared a reader question on Facebook about ow to save money on RV travel. Little did any of us know that with increasing travel restrictions and limitations coming, this question might become even more relevant! If you decide to purchase an RV, you’re able to travel at your own pace and […]
When you have many people in your family, it can be hard to make meals that make everyone happy. Although I don’t try to make everyone happy, it’s nice when you can have a meal everyone enjoys, no matter their preferences. “Bowl” meals are something I’ve seen around a lot lately, and they’re something we’ve […]
