But Mom, I’m BORED!!!
How many times have you heard that in the last few weeks? When I was a work-at-home mom, summer holidays felt like they would never end. Who thought giving children two months off school was a great idea?
“I’m Bored” is a refrain heard often through out the summer. No matter how many books, games, movies, [...]
9 Simple Ways to Save Money on Your Groceries
February 17, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Frugal Living
It never fails, we budget for our groceries, but the bill always ends up being more. We underestimate, run out of things faster than expected and overall, everything is becoming just too darned expensive! To make things a little bit easier, here are 9 simple ways you can start saving money on your groceries.
1. Go [...]
Romantic Valentine’s Dates with no money
February 10, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Valentine's Day
All you have to do is turn on the news for 5 minutes and odds are you’re going to hear about job losses and the economy. The recession has effected everyone and we’re all looking for ways to cut back expenses to make it though. That doesn’t mean you can’t have a fun, romantic Valentine’s [...]
Frugal Family Valentine’s Day Traditions
February 10, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is traditionally seen as a holiday for lovers, but children love Valentine’s Day as well. My kids LOVE picking out their cards each year, handing them out and bringing home a bag full of goodies to go through after school.
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to build some cherished family traditions that are [...]
Free Recipes Weekly! Don’t miss this!
February 9, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Recipes & Tips
If you took part in last month’s New Years Bonanza – you already got the inside scoop on this but if not – read on!
We are very excited to launch the Moms In A Recipe Club this week!
What is it?
Moms In A Recipe Club is a weekly recipe club! Each week participants will receive a [...]
22 Blog Ideas for Valentine’s Day!
February 9, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Valentine's Day
Blogging about seasonal topics and holidays are a great way to bring in some extra traffic and perhaps make some extra sales. Even in this economy, people are still looking for way to make holidays like Valentine’s Day special! Valentine’s Day is only a few days away (It’s this Saturday, in case you forgot) so [...]
Creative Valentines
February 8, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Valentine's Day
This time of year it often seems that everything is pink and red, hearts and bows, chocolate and flowers, and all the other traditions behind Valentine’s Day. As I have been browsing around I have come across some great ideas for making your own Valentines a little more unique.
First, from Just a Teaspoon:
TSPWLV wrote about deciding to [...]
Fun Valentine’s Day Ideas For Kids
February 5, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Valentine's Day
Share some family fun and get started on the projects listed below and have them ready in time for Valentines Day.
1.Help kids make their own Valentines using construction paper, lace, ribbons, sequins, butons, glitter, glue and anything else they or you can think of to add on!
2.Cut a heart shape from a household sponge and [...]
Expert Advice on Energy Saving Tips for the Home
February 3, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Frugal Living
ARA) – There are two issues that are heavy on our minds in 2009 – finances and the environment? Wouldn’t it be great if you could save both at the same time? You can. All it takes is a little expert advice on how to make your home more energy efficient.
According to the U.S. Department [...]
Valentine’s Crafts with Construction Paper
January 30, 2009 by Crystal
Filed under Valentine's Day
Construction paper has got to be one of the most versatile craft materials for kids. There are so many crafts and projects that kids who love to create can indulge in and Valentine’s Day is no exception. This is the perfect opportunity for your kids to exercise their creativity and create inexpensive gifts for [...]
