It truly seems like there’s an app for everything, doesn’t it? If you can think of it, there’s probably an app for it. That includes all the places where you regularly shop, like grocery stores and drugstores. But some are better than others, and wading through all of them can feel overwhelming. I’ve tried out […]
I’m always asked, “Is it cheaper to just eat the convenience boxed foods at couponing prices or to cook from scratch?” The truth is, if you’re using coupons and following sales, the price probably ends up about the same either way. One way to enjoy cooking from scratch, though, is to always have a pantry […]
Baton Rouge is the hometown of Louisiana State University, and I love visiting university towns because there are always so many great opportunities for fun things to do. The best thing is, many of them are free! I’ve researched all the options and come up with the top 25 free things to do in Baton […]
I’d call this a frugal recipe because it uses pantry ingredients and the two cheapest fresh herbs at the grocery store: parsley and cilantro! This chimichurri is easy, but super, super flavorful. Use it on grilled steak, but it would also be good on chicken, pork, or toss a few tablespoons in with potato salad. […]
The Outer Banks in North Carolina is made up of many cities and areas, which means that if you find yourself traveling there, there are so many opportunities and experiences where you can make memories. I’ve researched these various areas and come up with a list of the top 25 free things to do in […]
Over the last several years, we have watched numerous friends and family members deal with unexpected death. Something that has stood out to me in the midst of them grieving is that one added burden can be dealing with all of the paperwork and financial issues, especially if the information needed to address this is […]
Anchorage, Alaska, may be part of the “last frontier,” but that doesn’t mean that it’s empty of things to do! There are a ton of free things to do in Anchorage that will keep your costs low—since traveling there in the first place will probably eat up a big part of your travel budget! Many […]
The first time I flew out west and saw the Rocky Mountains in person for the first time, it was hard to express my awe! The mountains closer to the East Coast are impressive, but the scope and scale of the Rockies is difficult to put into words. For that reason, it’s a popular spot […]
Florida is a beautiful state with many larger cities that are perfect for a fun vacation. While not as close to the beach as Miami or Orlando, Gainesville is a university town that boasts educational activities as well as many cool outdoor opportunities, all without costing a dime. This list of the top 25 free […]
