For several years we have had a simple Christmas - gifting our girls only four presents - a want, need, wear, and read. By keeping Christmas simple we cut down on costs since we are not spending money on junk just so we feel good about ourselves for … [Read more...]
Elf Returns from the North Pole Letter
The Elf tradition is one that we started a few years ago. This is our third year with our elf, and I have learned a few things over the years. An Elf Returns from the North Pole letter is a fun way to kick off this yearly tradition. You can save … [Read more...]
Keep Kids Busy in November: Thanksgiving Word Scramble
The month of November is so much fun. The leaves are falling, the weather is crisp, and the cooking is yummy. Sometimes we go a little stir crazy in the fall because it may be a little too chilly or rainy to head outside to play. It is possible to … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Black-Bean Turkey: Sounds Delish!
We are all so busy and there is nothing better than putting dinner together in the crock pot so there is something warm and healthy to come home to at night. Forget the last minute fuss and mess in the kitchen. Start using your slow … [Read more...]
A Simple Christmas: Want, Need,Wear, Read
The time for gift giving and receiving is here. For some families the day is extravagant while other families have a very low key simple Christmas. Our family has run the range of holidays. When I was a child our family was sponsored by the … [Read more...]
DIY Turkey Shirt Tutorial: Perfect for Kids and Adults (and Half Marathons too)
DIY Thanksgiving Turkey Shirts were a MUST this year. For the second year in a row I am running a half marathon on Thanksgiving. After dressing up as Rapunzel in the Disney Princess Half Marathon with Ricole Runs I have become a little obsessed … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Save Money this Christmas Season
The holidays do not have to be a time of financial worry. There are many ways to have a frugal holiday season that will leave money in your wallet! Here are my top 10 ways to save money this Christmas season. 1) Make a List: And stick to … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Lunch Box Notes using Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids
Nothing says fall quite like Thanksgiving Lunch Box Notes. Start sending these funny jokes in with your kid's lunch and by the time you are sitting around eating turkey dinner they will have memorized these jokes and will be able to make everyone … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Craft | Make a Stuff the Turkey Game
Are you in the mood for a Thanksgiving craft? Let us suggest creating a paper bag turkey and make a Stuff the Turkey game. This is so easy to make! A plain paper bag turkey can be turned in to a Stuff the Turkey game.....all using paper. This is a … [Read more...]
Reindeer Hair Bow Tutorial
The month of December is so fun. There are so many ways to decorate. Adding some hair bows to your accessory collection is a great way to be festive everywhere you go. This Reindeer Hair Bow tutorial will walk you through the steps to make a hair … [Read more...]
Leandrea is a married mom of two girls, ages 10 and 11, living in Atlanta, GA. She is passionate about helping people save money one coupon at a time. Read more