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.
Did you know that there are multiple ways to prepare dried beans?? They are easy to do and there are benefits to both so which do you do? Check out both below and decide which you like! Do You have to Soak Beans before cooking them? One way to be healthy and to use some […]
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 […]
How to get deals when you dine out Whether you are looking for a fun family night out at a restaurant or busy carting the kids from one busy weekend activity to another, making purchases at fast-food or sit-down restaurants should always involve a coupon. The average US household spent $2,619 on food away from […]
When I was growing up, we made fudge and danish every year for Christmas. We would make it a family event and I heard stories about when my mom and her grandma would stand in the kitchen mixing and baking fudge and danish. I always wanted to be sure to get this recipe and pass […]
photo credit: homesbythomas If you are new to the series and you want to read the beginning of the story, see HERE. Do you ever feel like the insurance companies or other companies you have accounts with are not giving you the best price? Chances are they gave you the best deal they could at […]
