Nothing makes it feel like Fall like a house that smells like cinnamon! Rather than spending lots of money on products that have been treated with chemicals and made to smell like cinnamon, I decided to try my hand at DIY cinnamon pinecones with some essential oils I already had on-hand. I already had everything I […]
Do you have a favorite mattress topper that makes sleeping a dream? These toppers can be wonderful, but they can also slide around, and you might find yourself yanking it back in place each morning! If you’re looking for a solution to keep the topper in place, consider rug grippers! They can be placed between […]
This week I was a guest on a fun Podcast that is geared towards Above Average Families. I don’t mean those that have awesome test scores and excel at all things, but instead families that are above the average 2.5 kids. I joined hosts Lance & Bobby and we chatted about savings and running a family […]
It’s never too late to start back to school traditions that get your kids excited about ending the summer and heading back to school every year. The trick is to have something fun for them to look forward to. These are the things they’ll remember and it’ll be fun for the whole family. (source) […]
I made a video a few weeks ago and then kinda forgot to share it… So, before back to school season is completely over, here are some ways to save on school supplies! I know many parents are procrastinators, so for some of you this is perfectly timed. Hopefully for others you already have most […]
It’s hard to believe it is already August! It might still be hot out there but there are several delicious fruits and vegetables in season right now. Canning is a great way to preserve the delicious produce from peaches, green beans, and tomatoes so you will have them on hand when no longer in season. […]
I love stir fries because of three reasons: 1. they’re quick, 2. you can usually use whatever veggies you have on hand, and 3. they make for really yummy leftovers. This Thai-style beef stir fry is full of flavors and is a great recipe for getting lots of vegetables to your family in a quick […]
Who says comfort foods are only for winter? It may be hot outside, but there are still some days that I want a food that makes me feel homey and happy. This chicken and dumplings recipe is great for when I’m feeling nostalgic. It’s really easy, doesn’t require a ton of ingredients, and it uses […]
Join me tonight for a live Q&A session! Bring all your questions about anything under the couponing sun and I’ll do my best to help. We will start out chatting about how to organize coupons to save time (and frustration). Head over and login to join the fun. If you can’t make it tonight or […]
