Tomorrow is “tax day,” and whether you’re scrambling to get your taxes in the mail or you’ve already received a tax refund, here’s a great list of participating businesses offering free or deeply discounted deals you can take advantage of… http://www.passionforsavings.com/tax-day-freebies/
As Seen On TV “Sticky Buddy”…..Does It Work? Would I Buy It Again?
I decided to review how Sticky Buddy works. It’s a reusable sticky picker upper that supposedly picks up pet hair, crumbs, lint, cat litter and more.
Easy Ways To Get Cash For Your “Clutter”
With spring finally here, a lot of us will be gearing up for a spring-cleaning, which typically results in boxes filled with “clutter” we no longer need or want. Of course you can have a garage sale and make some fast cash or donate to a local non-profit which can help others in your community […]
Fun Easter Trivia…
Here’s some fun Easter trivia you can share with family and friends as you’re enjoying your Easter Sunday.
Smart (And Simple) Pet Solutions….
Stuffy nose, hair-raising static, doggy diarrhea? Here’s six smart and simple solutions to a few common pet problems….
DIY Creative Storage Ideas…Super Easy & Cheap
Here’s some creative (and inexpensive) do it yourself storage ideas that are simple and easy.
Thrift Store Shopping Tips….What To Look For & What To Avoid
We have had a lot of readers ask for tips on how to shop at thrift stores and consignment shops. Here’s a few:
Average American Families of 4….Tossing $2,275 Worth Of Food Away Annually
This study says we discard 40% of food every year, costing an average American family of 4, $2,275 a year! That would be enough money to take a nice little family vacation or help pad a savings account. I admit, that I am so guilty of this…and I really have tried to utilize our leftovers […]
Senior Citizen Discounts…Some Starting At Age 50
If you’re of a certain age (or know someone who is), here’s a great list of who offers discounts, what age, and how much the discount is.
90% Of Your Child’s Brain Capacity Develops Before Age 5…
I didn’t know that 90% of a child’s brain capacity develops before age 5! Thanks Priscilla (from Early-childhood-education-degrees.com) for this interesting and informative article.
Salmon En Croute
This is my all time favorite “go to” recipe for when we have company over or I want to cook a special meal for my husband. I have been using this recipe for the last nine years but don’t know where I got it from because it’s copied on a piece of notebook paper. It’s elegant looking, super easy to make, fairly inexpensive (depending on salmon prices) and delicious!
“MANLY” Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas…
Still need a little Valentine’s Day something for the man in your life? Here are a few ideas that might spark an idea for something similar you could purchase or make. For example, I think buying a 6-pack of craft beer for a beer aficionado is a great idea but since my husband prefers wine, a nice bottle of […]
Angela’s House Gets A Makeover….Using Thrift and Clearance Itemsw
My friend Ashley has a friend named Angela…Angela and her husband recently bought a house and had a baby and Angela wanted to stay home with the baby so when it came time to decorate their new house…she was, like a lot of us, on a budget.
Cards Against Humanity…My New Favorite “Adult” Game (Affordable, Hilarious & Politically Incorrect)
I grew up in a family that got together and played games on a regular basis. As a little girl, I’d sit around my grandma and grandpa’s kitchen table when we’d visit them and watch my parents, aunts and uncles, cousins, etc., play card and board games and couldn’t wait until I was old enough to […]
An EASY DIY Last-Minute Child’s Gift (Or Project) – 5 Minutes, $2 & Easy!
Need a quick, inexpensive and last-minute gift for the kids? Or perhaps a fun project to do with the kids during the holidays? This easy, homemade play dough, that you can make in 4 minutes and lasts up to 6 months without getting hard, is perfect for either of those needs. My daughter-in-law shared this […]
And I Thought I Knew A Lot Of Uses For Vinegar…1,600 Uses For Vinegar
True story…I was checking out at the store the other day and as I lifted a huge jug of white vinegar up to the conveyor belt, the person behind me said, “You must really like vinegar,” where I replied, “I consider it one of my best friends.” Ok, that probably sounded weird but for the […]
Discover Goodwill’s Newest Austin Bluffs Location Grand Opening – Family Activities, Giveaways & Santa
Discover Goodwill has a new location in Colorado Springs and it’s FABULOUS! The Grand Opening for the new Austin Bluffs Retail Center is this Saturday, December 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bring your family and enjoy… *Free Food *Family Activities *A Special Appearance By Santa *Prizes *Giveaways *Fun *And Of Course Daily Discounts […]
Cheers…More Easy DIY Wine Charms (Perfect For New Year’s Entertaining)
Earlier in the year my daughter-in-law and I made some fun and inexpensive wine charms. During the holidays, she made charms that spelled out our names and it was the easiest way ever for everyone to remember whose glass was whose. These take a minute to make and there will be no second guessing if […]
Donate Your “Clutter” (Old Bikes, Meds, Broken Jewlery, Etc.) To Help Others
Twice a year I try to do a deep de-cluttering of drawers, closets, and cabinets, typically in the spring and fall. It’s amazing how much “stuff” we replace with “newer stuff” sometimes. Typically we donate our items to Discover Goodwill (or ARC or the Salvation Army,) because they have convenient drop-off locations and helps those […]
October Household $ Finds…Food, Beauty, Cleaning, Etc., Products That Work
I hadn’t been in any dollar stores lately and when I did finally make it to the Dollar Tree, I ended up spending several hours in there! I’m always amazed at the great deals I can usually find, on items I need.