Using cheaper meat options can help stretch your grocery budget farther. We love using pork and sausage because they often have amazing flavor, and it doesn’t take much to turn them into a meal. You can add veggies or pasta, and it’s easy to use them to make low carb meals. Here are all […]
If you are a mom, it can be hard not to have big expectations for Mother’s Day. Especially if your kids are too young to really understand the holiday, it may feel like you’re getting the short end of the stick. Or maybe you’re a husband looking for a gift for your wife that she […]
The spring planting season in the Southeast is very long, which means there are so many opportunities to plant fruits and vegetables and enjoy them in your home (or give them away). If you haven’t planted anything yet, it’s not too late! Here are 12 things to plant in late spring in the Southeast. 12 […]
It’s time for our regular stock the freezer post where I give you ideas and a shopping list so you can make FIVE different freezer recipes and stock your freezer for future meals. This month we’re doing freezer casserole recipes. I found a wide variety that hopefully everyone in your family will enjoy! The shopping […]
Even though it’s still spring, it’s not too early to start thinking about summer camps. If you need childcare this summer or are just looking for a stimulating opportunity for your kids, summer camp is often a great option. And yet for some it might seem out of reach of your budget, especially if you […]
Make this easy Mexican rice during your next taco night! Combine rice with some Rotel, veggies, broth, and spices and you’ve got a great savory side dish. PrintEasy Mexican Rice Recipe Ingredients2 tbsp butter 1 1/2 cups rice, uncooked 1/2 cup frozen mixed veggies 3 cups chicken broth 1 10 oz can Rotel 2 tsp […]
There are lots of different perspectives on allowances and paying kids for chores. I’m not here to change anyone’s mind; just to share what has worked for us. We don’t pay our kids an allowance, instead our view is more focused on learning how real life works. If you want extra money you can earn it! […]
I’ve spent years talking about how the freezer is your best friend when it comes to saving money on meals. Not only can you buy things on sale and keep them in the freezer, but you can prep food ahead of time and store it in the freezer so you’re not getting takeout at the […]
If you find yourself with an invitation to a baby shower, it’s not necessarily hard to think of a gift. Many moms have registries for the things they need. However, as a veteran mom myself, I have come to enjoy getting something off the list as well as something just for mom. She will love […]
