I always mean to get family pictures taken every year. It is sometimes a money issue, but more often than not, it is a time issue. I just forget and by the time the “good season” to do it is over, I say,”Oh well, maybe next year.”. It has actually been a couple years […]
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Tips for Buying Clothing at Thrift Stores
There are all kinds of deals that abound when you walk into a thrift store. You can get great deals on books, home decor and of course, furniture. One of the best deals is clothing, though, and most Thrift Stores have an over-abundance of it. It may seem simple when it comes to purchasing […]
Everyday Spending Myths & Facts
In the land of finances, it is often hard to know what or whom to believe. Financial worries are extremely stressful and with all kinds of information out there, it is hard to know what is fact and what is fiction. Here are some common myths about your money and finances and what is […]
How To Lower Your Rent
Living expenses are outrageous these days and with fewer people buying home and opting for renting, the prices to rent seem to be going up and more and more complexes are being built every day. There are some ways you can reduce your rent if you are trying to get in a cheaper place […]
All About Salt
If you have been a reader of my blog for a while now, you know I love cooking. One thing that is extremely important in improving the taste of your food is adding the right amount of salt and when you add it. I had it told to me on a daily basis in school, […]
6 Smart Composting Tips for Small Space Living
There is something really nice about saving money and growing a small garden even if you live in an apartment and only have a limited amount of space to work with.Ā If you start with composting your own leftover items and create a small, but useful soil, you can produce and grow something!Ā Check […]
I tried “Family Cloth” for a Month- Here’s How it Went
If you spend any amount of time on the internet like I do, you have maybe come across the idea of Family Cloth. If you don’t have a clue what I’m talking about- let me break it down for you. Essentially, family cloth is reusable toilet ‘paper’. It’s what a lot of people would […]
Growing your own Onions in Your Kitchen
Did you know you can re-grow some of your produce you buy at the store no matter what season it is? No need to waste money buying produce you can reproduce several times is there? I tried to grow green onions after hearing about it on Pinterest. I was amazed! I don’t have much of […]
D.I.Y. Natural Hand Sanitizer that is CDC Effective
This alcohol based CDC formula hand sanitizer is easy to make at home.
10 Uses for Plain White Vinegar
It’s amazing what you can do with simple ingredients. Vinegar is a household product that most people have in their kitchens. Vinegar is cheap.Ā It makes awesome salad dressing, but did you know vinegar is so versatile it can be used in so many more ways? Take a peek at my list for 10 ways […]
How to Be Self-Sufficient in the City
I dream of owning a cabin in the woods or at least a piece of property one day. I have always lived in the city and most of my adult life has been spent in apartment living and/or living with roommates and now my family. For the longest time, I felt this really limited me […]
9 Things You Need in Your Cleaning Arsenal
Many people think you need to have a ton of different cleaners and many styles of brushes to clean your whole home, top to bottom. This is simply not true. In fact, you really only need 10 things in your stash of cleaning materials minus the obvious mop and broom.And, you don’t need chemical cleaners, […]
How to be the Perfect House This Halloween for Trick or Treaters
If you went trick or treating as a kid, you probably had one house that was the favorite of neighborhood kids. It was the home that kids talked about for weeks before Halloween because it had become legendary in kid circles. It was more than just a place to ring the doorbell and get a […]
Healthy Fast Food Recipes You Can Make at Home
Ashley is sharing easy fast food recipes that you can make at home that are healthier versions. I love going out to eat mostly because I am not the greatest cook in the world, but also because it tastes so yummy. However, eating fast food all the time can get expensive and it’s not been […]
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7 Ways To Save On Dental Costs
Dental bills are one of the most expensive regular treatments needed by everyone. Many people skip dental care because the expense is so high. You donāt have to skip dental care if you know how to save on these important and much needed procedures. And since we are going into the season of sweets, […]
How to Have a Zero Waste Kitchen
One of the biggest things that will eat into any food budget is waste. The funny thing about waste is, you often don’t realize how much you are truly throwing away because it is usually little by little that it happens. Waste is a huge issue in many American households and it not only […]