One of the things that must be done but costs quite a bit each time is hair cuts. everyone needs them and they really help a person to feel good about themselves. If you can learn how to cut hair yourself it can completely cut out an expense or help to stretch your money further. […]
Hey!!!! I am Melissa! I am a mother and wife that loves to live frugally, spend time with my family and help others. I think love goes a long way and respect goes even further. I am real on this site because life isn't always sunshine and rainbows. You're not alone through all this and I want you to feel right at home. Join me in the ups and downs of frugal life and raising a family in a time where choosing the right isn't always popular.
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7 Easy Ways to Save on Travel
There’s more to saving money on travel than cheap airfare and bargain hunting for hotels. The family or the frequent traveler can save money on the everyday expenses that add up while you’re on the road, making your trip more affordable. You can use a variety of tactics to save on travel and reduce your […]
Cut The Costs And Keep The Change: Part 6
A way that I have helped myself recently with spending money is to ask myself 5 questions with just about every purchase I make. They questions are: 1. Do I really NEED that? 2. It is worth the amount I will pay? ( mentally, physically, and emotionally) 3. Can I afford this? 4. Is there anything […]
Simple Living Challenge Day 5: Simple Closet
Closet Organization *These photos are real, they have not been doctored in any way* If you are new to the simple living challenge, the entire Simple Living Challenge series can be found here. So I was going to simplify my bedroom closet. But when I saw this and started trying to figure out a better […]
Family Road Trip Checklist When Traveling on a Budget + Free Printable
If you have ever been on a family road trip, you know how easy it is to forget things. Forgetting things causes you to spend way too much money grabbing stuff as you can on your trip. That is why a checklist is essential to preparation and packing. I always find myself doing a mental […]
12 Months of Preplanned Dates Gift + Once A Month Date Night Ideas
I am the type of person who requires gifts to mean something. Sometimes it can be hard to find a good gift because of that. I am also the type of person who loves a well thought out date night once a month. While trying to come up with gift ideas I realized that a […]
The Best Kept Secrets For Where To Find Grocery Coupons For Free That You Actually Use
If you want to save big money on your food budget, you will want to learn how to coupon. The methods of shopping combined with the coupons will save you so much money!