We are family of 7 now, which means finding the best accommodations with the best price is important! But booking a hotel doesn’t have to cost an arm and leg if you know when and where to look for the best deals. Are you planning some fun vacations or getting ready for a work trip? […]
It’s no surprise that our family loves to read, and I love to read a wide range of books. And even though I talk and share about frugal living as my profession, sometimes reading a book about frugality or simplifying serves to give me a jolt of inspiration. If you like to read, there are […]
As I started researching this post, I was blown away at the long list I had to edit to get down to 25 free things to do in Raleigh, but also at how many of the free things are museums. There were several times when I went to investigate one of these activities that someone […]
Go ahead and mark your calendars for your states Back to School Tax Free Weekend for 2019! This is an easy extra savings on all the back to school supplies you need, especially if you are planning on getting a computer or other larger items. Check out the list of Tax Free weekend dates for each […]
Starting next week, we will see a ton of deals in stores for school supplies. As you look through store deals, it helps to have an idea of what a good price is. This school supplies buy price list should help you make sure you get the best deal (and ignore the not-so-great ones)! Although some […]
The kids are out of school, the weather is warm, and you are getting the itch to change scenery and just relax. Vacation is wonderful, but how can you truly relax when you know that your hard-earned money is being spent so quickly? Those of us committed to a frugal lifestyle often have a hard […]
The kids are out of school, the weather is warm, and you are getting the itch to change scenery and just relax. Vacation is wonderful, but how can you truly relax when you know that your hard earned money is being spent so quickly? Those of us who have committed to a frugal lifestyle often […]
Slow cooker meals are the best for weeknights! This honey soy roast recipe is no exception: it’s super flavorful and turns an inexpensive cut of meat into a delicious meal. A few notes: I like to brown my meat before I put it into the slow cooker. It gives the meat (and also the gravy) […]
Texas is a big place, and the thought of finding things to do all over the state is overwhelming! Today I’m narrowing in on the Dallas-Fort Worth area, because you could spend at least a week here exploring frugal and family friendly options. Save this list of the top 25 free things to do in […]
