Have you ever made freestanding shelves? When we found out we were expecting our fourth baby, I began to look at the kids room in our 2 bedroom duplex, and try to figure out what we were going to do to be able to fit another body into the little room. I quickly realized that […]
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.
Caldo Xochitl soup is a light and fresh soup that anyone can make. This soup is also known as Caldo de Pollo or Chicken and lime soup. This Mexican Chicken and lime soup is so full of flavor. It is slowly cooked so the flavors meld together to a very tasty broth. Caldo de Pollo […]
Once you hit adulthood, you may be asking yourself, “do I need a will?” Wills always reminded me of my grandma and grandpa. They are older and closer to death, so it made sense for them to have a will. While I am not a lawyer, nor am I giving any legal advice. But It […]
This Italian Broccoli and Pasta Salad Recipe is to die for! It is simple too which makes it even better! I love to make it for parties and picnics. It is filling so it could be used as a main dish or a side. It is the best cold pasta salad recipe I have ever made.
Coming together as a couple is hard, it is even harder when you are on completely different pages. While I was busy not thinking about the details of us going to law school. Matthew was figuring it all out. He took the LSAT, got all his scores back, applied to as many schools as he […]
Disney has a new movie coming out October 5 that looks like a really cute movie! It is written by Tim Burton who did “Nightmare Before Christmas” and “Alice in Wonderland.” The movie is going to be called “Frankenweenie”. Disney just released some new activity sheets you can download and print off! super cute Halloween […]
This Chicken Noodle Soup recipe is a cheap healthy meal and a tasty treat for a chilly winter day. Makeup 3 or 4 chicken noodle soup in a jar and have them on standby in the pantry for an easy meal. They also make a great gift! My family always loves this in the winter and […]
