What is better than snickerdoodles? Snickerdoodle Cream Pies! You take two snickerdoodle cookies and fill them with cinnamon creme filling. They make such an elegant dessert, but since they are made with pantry staples they are inexpensive to make. Do you want to take Snickerdoodles to a whole new level? Then try these Snickerdoodle CreamRead More
Menu Plan Week of 6/16
This week’s menu is filled with easy recipes because I will be out of town Wednesday through Sunday. I have a printable weekly menu plan and shopping list that you can download to make organizing your meal plan and grocery shopping a little easier. Monday – Broiled Honey Mustard Chicken, Basmati Rice with Onion andRead More
Teaching My Girls About Boys…From Daddy’s Point of View
Article by Rodney Southern As a writer who spends his entire summer working from home with two ten year old twin daughters under my roof, I relate to the dog days of summer. My girls are my world and I would not dream of having it any other way, but I also need my silenceRead More
Naturally Frugal Tip: Make Your Own Body Wash
I prefer body wash over bar soap – it just doesn’t leave nearly as much soap scum in the bath tub and shower. That convenience comes at a price though. Body wash is more expensive than bar soap, especially if you are looking for a chemical-free, gluten-free body wash. My youngest son and I bothRead More
How to Grow Vegetables in a Jar
Katie is sharing a fun summer project we can do with our kids: Grow vegetables in jars! Who says learning has to stop, just because school is out? The first question you might be asking yourself is, why on earth would anyone want to plant vegetables in a jar? After all, isn’t that what aRead More
Worcestershire Sauce Marinade for Steaks
This Worcestershire Sauce Marinade is a quick and easy way to create flavorful grilled steaks. I grew up on my Dad’s grilled steaks. From a very young age, if someone would ask me what I wanted for dinner I would tell them I wanted steak and by steak, I meant my Dad’s steak! When IRead More
How to Get Tickets to Free Movie Screenings
Have you ever wanted to screen a movie before it is released to the public? Have you ever wondered how you can get invited to a free movie screening? It is easier than you think, especially if you live near a big city. When we lived in California, I often screened movies for free. IRead More
Snickerdoodle Cookies
Melissa is sharing her Snickerdoodle cookies recipe with us. I love snickerdoodles! Not only are they delicious, but they are quite frugal too since you can make them from pantry staples. Making snickerdoodles is one of my son’s favorite activities. I hand him a ball of dough and then he rolls it in the cinnamon-sugarRead More
Berry Recipes from the Hearth and 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 Berry Recipes from last week’s contributions: Arugula with Strawberries and Poached Rhubarb Blackberry Pie Bars Blueberry Banana Oatmeal Muffins Fresh Strawberry Pie Fresh Strawberry Pie in aRead More
How the ShopPerk App Helps You Shop Smarter
Have you heard about the ShopPerk app yet? I recently had an opportunity to try it out and think it is a really useful tool. Unfortunately, it is still in beta, which means it is only available by invite. But I have you covered! You can sign up to try ShopPerk below. In addition, everyoneRead More
Menu Plan Week of 6/10
This week, I will be rolling the leftover meat into new recipes, but I will be using the leftover rice and veggies to pack in lunches. I have printable menu plans, a shopping list, and other useful printables that you can download to make organizing your meal planning and grocery shopping a little easier. MondayRead More
Naturally Frugal Tip: DIY Dry Shampoo
When I ride my horse I always wear my helmet. Always! Even though the side effect of wearing a helmet is helmet hair. Unfortunately I don’t always have time to wash my hair after riding my horse and before going out in public. That’s when I use Dry Shampoo. It absorbs the oils and actuallyRead More
Frugal Fun: Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse in Reno Theatres
This summer Cinemark will be offering 10 fun films for kids at Century Summit Sierra and Century Park Lane 16. You have the option of paying $1.00 per show at the box office or purchase a pass to see all 10 shows for $5.00. Century Park Lane 16 is located at 210 E. Plumb Lane,Read More
Frugal Fun: Summer Movie Programs for Kids
Here is a round up of all the summer movie programs. This is a great way to save money and do something fun with the kids during the summer. Regal Cinemas $1 Movies – All summer long long you can see movies for just $1 a ticket for select G & PG movies! CineMark Century Theaters: ThereRead More
How to Make Rabbit Repellent
If you need a way to deter rabbits from eating your flowers, try this organic rabbit repellent recipe. It uses garlic and crushed red peppers to repel the rabbits naturally without damaging your plants. If you have had any contact with me in the last three years, you know that I struggle with rabbits. IRead More
Crispy Butterscotch Bark
My favorite part of Peanut Butter Rice Krispies is the chocolate-butterscotch topping. I was to lazy to makerice krispies, so instead I combined my favorite flavors from my rice krispy treat recipe with my Chocolate Peanut Butter Krackle Candy Bar recipe and created Crispy Butterscotch Bark! I enjoy making bark candy for my family. YouRead More
Hearth and Soul Hop: The Sweet Tooth Edition
Welcome to another Hearth and Soul Hop, the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls! My highlights from visiting last week’s contributors to the Hearth and Soul Hop: Fresh Strawberry Pie Almond Grape Tea Cake Pear Thyme Ginger Cake Brownies with Peanut Butter Chips Paleo Dark ChocolateRead More
Save on Summer Clothes: Create a Short Sleeve Shirt from a “Double” Sleeve Shirt
My son still fits his winter clothes, but the day time temperatures are in the eighties. As I was rummaging through his drawers trying to find a short sleeve shirt, I stumbled upon several “double” sleeve winter shirts. I realized if I cut off the mock under sleeve, I could greatly increase my son’s summerRead More
Menu Plan: Week of 6/2
I didn’t make a menu last week. We had so much leftover food from Memorial Day weekend that I just assembled fast and easy dinners from leftovers. This week I am getting our family back on schedule! Monday – Spaghetti using Brown Rice Pasta and Easy Homemade Spaghetti Sauce. Serve with a garden salad TuesdayRead More
How to Make Your Own Toothpaste
I have mentioned before that I have Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. People with under-active thyroids are often encouraged to avoid fluoride. Our water supply is not fluoridated, so my main source of exposure to fluoride is toothpaste. I have bought unfluoridated toothpaste for years, but finally decided to try my hand at making it. Have you everRead More
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