My daughter headed back to school a couple of weeks ago and high school starts EARLY. Cereal is quick and easy but my kids haven't been a fan of it for years. If you are looking for healthy back to school breakfast suggestions I thought I would share a few ideas that are NOT cereal. Easy Breakfast Hacks To Make Your Morning Easier If you are struggling to get your kids back into a back-to-school routine, breakfasts need to be fast and easy. With a little planning, you can have an assortment of healthy … [Read more...]
How to Start a Little Free Library in Your Area
July 19, 2019 by · 2 Comments
Libraries are a wonderful way to save money on your reading habit. Millions of books are available to read for absolutely no cost out of pocket. In addition, they can be read over and over again my many people. Of course, libraries are not always close by and occasionally they are closed when you most want to visit one. Learn how to start a little free library in your town so you will always have a great source of free books! What is a Little Free Library? A new trend has been popping up lately across the country … [Read more...]
How To Spice Up Your Parties With Fun and Flavor
July 3, 2019 by · Leave a Comment
Hosting a house party can be a ton of fun, however, your party planning ideas may need a bit of an upgrade. Learn how to spice up your parties! Here are some party tips and tricks to make it more memorable with more fun and loads of flavor. Simple Cheap Party Decorating Ideas Are Fine! Hosting a house party that really rocks doesn't have to cost a fortune. In fact, keeping the party decor simple will allow you to focus more on the FUN and less on the FLASH that will only end up in the trash can. Simple cheap party … [Read more...]
Teach Kids to Give Back to the Community
June 18, 2019 by · 1 Comment
This post about teaching kids to give back is sponsored by Barbara's. All opinions are my own. Want to know how to teach kids to give back to the community? Help them get involved in a new service projects and then volunteer WITH them! Children learn by example and giving back to those in need is a lesson that needs to be passed from parent to child. Already have a child passionate about helping those in need? You can nominated them for recognition in the Barbara’s Believe in Better contest. Keep reading to … [Read more...]
Air Conditioner Maintenance Tips for Better Cooling and Lower Bills!
June 17, 2019 by · 15 Comments
Living in the south has a few perks. I get to garden for 9 months out of the year. I have discovered a love of chicken fried steak and cornbread with fresh jalapenos. And, oddly enough, I have even come to enjoy country music. However, the one thing I absolutely detest about living in the south is the heat. Want to know how to get a cooler home this summer? Need to lower electric bills? Here are a few air conditioner maintenance tips that may help! Air Conditioner Maintenance Tips Honestly, how do … [Read more...]
Hiking Tips for Women: What the books don’t tell you!
June 14, 2019 by · 10 Comments
If you are planning a hiking trip soon and happen to be female, you might want to remember these hiking tips for women as you plan your trip. Going hiking is great exercise and a lot of fun. Don't let lack of experience make it a not so enjoyable time! Why Hiking is the Best Exercise When I was in college, I joined the Outing Club.It was my first taste of what hiking and camping were really all about. The club was a great group of people who had been enjoying the great outdoors for many years and lived to tell about … [Read more...]
Patio Upgrade Ideas for Luxurious Outdoor Living
May 22, 2019 by · Leave a Comment
These patio upgrade ideas are part of a sponsored post for Best Buy. All opinions are my own. When my husband and I moved into our new home, the first thing we did was have a stone patio put in. We went all out with a seating wall, fire pit, and stone steps and haven't regretted one single penny spent on the project. Our outdoor living space is truly my favorite part of the house! We have incorporated several patio upgrades into our budget since then and there are several more that we have planned. I thought I would … [Read more...]
How to Attract Bats to Your Yard and Why You Want Them There!
May 15, 2019 by · 7 Comments
There are many reasons for wanting bats in your backyard. But, just because you want them there, doesn't mean they will come! Here are a few tips on how to attract bats to your backyard. And some interesting bat facts about why you want them there! Why Is the Bat Population Decreasing? Years ago, my family went caving in Kentucky. We learned quite a bit about the plants and animals in the surround areas and the guide was passionate about bats. The bat population in many areas is decreasing due … [Read more...]
Uses For Baby Powder That Don’t Require a Baby!
May 13, 2019 by · 1 Comment
Have you ever bought a large container of talcum powder? Have you ever actually used up the entire container? Probably not since some of those containers are huge If you have too much and are wondering what to do with it, here are some uses for baby powder, even if you don't have babies! How Long Is Baby Powder Good For, Anyhow? I have a closet upstairs that is a convenient storage place for linens, towels and assorted cleaning supplies. It is like a black hole of stuff...I put stuff in there and 3 years later it … [Read more...]
Spray Painting Plastic Outdoor Furniture for a Frugal Patio Upgrade
May 6, 2019 by · Leave a Comment
Looking for a frugal patio upgrade? Try spray painting plastic outdoor furniture for a clean new look for your old lawn chairs and tables! This easy outdoor DIY project took less than an hour and most of that was waiting for paint to dry. It's not perfect, mainly because I am not an artistic person. But, cheap plastic patio furniture is easy to clean and paint so no need to spend a lot of money on new outdoor furniture! Frugal Patio Upgrade Desperately Needed! When my husband and I moved into our home 15 … [Read more...]
