Crossing all my fingers and toes that this week will be a full 5 day school week for the kids. It will be our first since before the holidays. The only full week we had I had sick kiddos home two days! I don’t know about you, but I’m a little bit over the cold […]
10 Steps to Going Organic on a Budget
Organic food seems expensive. It may seem like a fad. But more and more families are turning to organic food according to a 2013 study by the Organic Trade Association 8 out of 10 parents choose to buy some organic foods. Many for the health benefits, will others choose organics to avoid pesticides, chemicals, and unnecessary […]
2014 Menu Plan: Week One
It’s back to school and work, and back to meal planning time in our house. As I mentioned in this year’s printable menu plan we’re getting back in the routine of each person taking a night to cook and cleanup. This will be week one which repeats every 4 weeks with some adjustments. So to […]
Small Business Printables for Bloggers & Freelancers
As a freelancer and blogger I often find that typical budgets and business documents don’t work for me. I end up creating my own custom Excel sheets and small business printables that I use throughout the year to keep my business organized. Learn more: How To Survive A Sick Day When You Have To Work […]
What to do if you’re affected by the Target Data Breach
According to Target anyone who made purchases by swiping cards at terminals in its U.S. stores between Nov. 27 and Dec. 15 may have had their accounts exposed during the data breach. The stolen data includes customer names, credit or debit card numbers, expiration dates, and the 3 digit security codes. Included in the breach are Target […]
13 Year-End Money Moves for 2013
At the end of the year we’re often busy with holiday shopping and planning and getting ready for end of year vacations, but now is the best time to make sure you take a few key steps to ensure you end 2013 on a financial high note. 1. Max out Retirement Plans: While you can […]
5 Ways to Give Back for the Holidays #GivingTuesday
I know I’ve been focusing on the deals and sales to be found and shopping for the holidays recently, but that’s only one part of the holiday season. A large focus of the holiday season isn’t about just giving to family and friends, but giving to those in need. In an effort to help focus […]
Monday Meal Plan December 2nd
I don’t know about you but post-Thanksgiving I feel the need to eat healthier. All those potatoes and turkey aren’t especially good for my waistline. Since it’s also a time of year when sugar abounds, trying to eat more fresh fruit and veggies is another good addition to the dinner table. You can find free […]
How To Get an Xbox ONE for Free
The Xbox ONE hits shelves (and TVs) tonight at midnight. The latest gaming system from Microsoft is more than a gaming console. It’s a voice controller for your TV, it’s a gaming system, it’s a way to stream all kinds of content whether you’re watching YouTube videos, streaming Netflix, viewing family photos, or searching your […]
Make Gifting Easy with eBay’s Holiday Wishlist App
I don’t know about you but the holidays have a way of sneaking up on me before I know it. Despite my best efforts to get organized I often find it tough to shop for certain people on my list. Don’t get me wrong, I love this time of year, but hunting down the perfect […]
