Health is extremely important, and not just physical health. Mental health is important as well. Stressing about bills is extremely common in today’s economy, and while it’s nice to have a gym membership, it definitely isn’t required for physical health. Remember that paying for convenience is a big additive to costs! There are plenty ofRead More
6 Ways to Save Money on a Summer Wedding
Weddings can be as affordable or as expensive as you allow them to get. If you want to go all out, have fun spending money! If you need to plan a summer wedding on a budget, however, there are ways you can cut costs and still have a nice day for a fraction ofRead More
Natural and Homemade Mosquito Repellents
Barbecue season always coincides with mosquito season in our area. The good news is that in a pinch you can use some natural items to repel mosquitos. Natural & Homemade Mosquito Repellents Did you know that there are many natural mosquito repellents in your garden and pantry? Plants that Repel Mosquitos Lavender Lemon Balm Catnip MarigoldsRead More
100 Days of Frugal Summer Fun for Kids
Most of you know that my youngest child is 7, but what you might not realize is that my oldest kids are in college. Having older kids gives me a different perspective. I know that while the days may seem very long; the years fly by! It makes me determined to enjoy this summer toRead More
Menu Plan with Recipe Ideas for Leftover Steak
Like many Americans, we will be grilling steaks on Memorial Day. Whenever my husband grills, he always puts extra meat on the barbecue, so that I can use it in recipes through out the week. My menu plan incorporates recipes to use the leftover steak. I try to alter the flavors and the way I useRead More
Staycation Ideas Across America
Yesterday, I shared how my family enjoys our staycations in Northern Nevada on a budget. I have teamed up with over 90 other blogger to bring you staycation ideas for cities across the country. Each blogger is sharing their tips for enjoying their city or region on a budget. Whether you are planning a staycationRead More
Menu Plan with Recipes for Leftover Grilled Chicken
I found a great deal on chicken thighs, so this week we are batching grilling chicken using different marinades. Then we will use the grilled chicken through out the week. Monday – We are scaling back our batch grilling this time and will cook one pound each of Teriyaki Chicken, Honey Mustard Chicken, and GrilledRead More
5 Unique School Party Games For Kids of Any Age
The school year is coming to an end soon, so that means it is time for end of school year parties! Cara Harrington is sharing 5 party games that can be played at school parties. 5 Unique School Party Games For Kids 1. Dress Up Bags This mash-up combines dress-up and hot potato into one game. ItRead More
Staycation Ideas for Reno and Northern Nevada
If you aren’t able to get away for a vacation this year, then take advantage of all of our local attractions and enjoy a staycation! A staycation can be just as much fun, and a lot less work than a vacation. Those of us who live in Northern Nevada truly are blessed with an abundanceRead More
Gluten-Free Brownies with Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frosting
You would never guess these gluten-free brownies with chocolate chip cookie dough frosting are both gluten-free and dairy-free. My oldest son loves chocolate chip cookie dough ice-cream, but when we learned that he couldn’t have gluten or dairy, he had to give it up, as well as many of his other favorite treats. He rarely complains aboutRead More
Sun-Loving Annuals
One of my favorite parts of spring is walking in to a nursery and seeing all the flowers just begging to be taken home and transplanted into my garden. Some of the most prolific bloomers, the ones that will bloom all summer long are annuals. An annual is a plant that has its entire lifeRead More
Natural Ways to Boost Energy
Being exhausted can be, well, exhausting. Having low energy can make you cranky and irritable as well as leaving you susceptible to chronic illnesses. Whether you’re tired from a lack of sleep, busy schedule, or a contributing medical illness, being tired will affect you both physically and mentally. There are several products on the marketRead More
Southwest Recipes from the Hearth & Soul Hop
Welcome to another Hearth and Soul Hop, the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls! This week I am featuring Southwest Recipes from last week’s contributors to the Hearth and Soul Hop: 5 Homemade Enchilada Sauce Recipes – Home Cook Memories Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup –Read More
How to Grow Food That’s Highly Nutritious (And Has Fewer Pests)
Phil Nauta of SmilingGardener.com is sharing tips for how to grow food that’s highly nutritious and has fewer pests. I’m a very frugal guy, but I’m also really into eating nutritious, organic food. And that can be expensive. So I grow my own food, partially to save money, and also because I’ve learned how to growRead More
10 Free Date Night Ideas for Spring & Summer
Spring is here and love is in the air! It’s time to get out and spend time with the one you love but costs of traditional date nights can quickly cause you to stay in instead. Here are 10 Free Spring & Summer Date Night Ideas that are sure to come in handy on thoseRead More
7 Time Saving Laundry Tips
Kecia is sharing her tips for saving time when doing laundry: Doing laundry can be a time-consuming process. It can literally span across a few days if you take your time. However, it is possible to have your laundry done in just one day, so you aren’t constantly spending your time in front of the washer andRead More
Chocolate Pudding Recipe with Dairy-Free Options
My husband insists on cooking with egg whites whenever he makes breakfast. There is absolutely no way I can convince him to use whole eggs, believe me I have tried! He insists he “can taste the yolk”. The funny thing is when I bake, I always use whole eggs and he has never complained that heRead More
10 Frugal Fashion Sunglasses
This week’s round up of frugal fashion deals is sunglasses! Now that the sun is peaking out, it is time to think of protecting our eyes. I used to be bad about wearing sunglasses, but living in the high dessert has converted me! Now I never leave the house without wearing my sunglasses. I evenRead More
5 Tips for Growing Eggplant
Eggplants are wonderful for adding color and flavor to your diet. They can be prepared so many ways and offer nutrients that can’t be beat. If you are interested in growing eggplants this year, take a look below at some helpful tips to get you started. These 5 tips for growing eggplant will help youRead More
Naturally Frugal Tip: 4 Ways to Make Reuseable Grocery Bags
I bought my first reusable grocery bags in in 1992 in a Navy Exchange at NAS Pt. Mugu. They are made of sturdy canvas and are still going strong 21 years later. The down side: I only bought 2! And I need more than that for our grocery purchases. Over the years, I have boughtRead More
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