Meal Plan: Recipes Straight From the Gardengiveaways! • food • meal plan
The temps are rising all over and as we get into the thick of the spring season, nurseries are becoming more and more packed with people who are selecting flowers, herbs, and plants for their gardens. This past weekend, I spent a couple of days getting down and dirty in…
Summer Fun: How to Save Money on Summer TripsFor most of us there are only a few weeks of school left. The kids are counting down to the last day with great excitement and anticipation. They cannot wait to do all the things summer involves like swimming, hanging out with friends, staying up late, sleeping in and,…
How to Get Away for Spring Break with Your Familytravel • road trips & staycations
Get away for Spring Break! The world is out there, so how do you choose where to go? Consider what your family loves to do together and where the best place to do that would be. How to Plan a Family Spring Break Here are some ideas for travel destinations…
Shopping: How to Save Money During the HolidaysHappy (early) Holidays from our little family in Sacramento, California! It’s almost that time of year again. That time of year of holiday shopping when the malls of America are utter madness and mamas everywhere contemplate pulling their hair out. Yes, there’s also holiday cheer and “gay happy meetings.” But…
Halloween Candy: Alternatives to Passing Out Sweets on Halloweenmom • parenting • parenting • home management
Halloween Treats—"Trick-or-treat!" The costumed children will soon be on their way, looking to you for a goodie. Depending on your neighborhood, this could lead to several hundred bags to fill. For my neighborhood, I typically plan on 300 children. No matter the current sale of the bulk candy bags, …
