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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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! … Continue reading →
When you use lots of whole foods in your meals, it can sometimes be hard to know the best way to save money on food. But I have found that saving money on food can be easy if you have the right frame of mind. Sometimes it takes a little creativity, … Continue reading →
Classic banana bread recipes are sometimes hard to come by. Especially when you need a dairy free recipe. I have found a way to have the super moist texture of classic banana bread with oil rather than butter. And it is SO easy too! When I was … Continue reading →
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.
Sometimes you only have a few minutes to quick clean your microwave. So instead of just putting it to the side and not doing it, use this super easy tip to get it clean in about 5 mins! I am kind of embarrassed to show you this, but this was my microwave at the start […]
Bartering and negotiating are two skills that seem to have gone to the wayside for so many, but they both as useful to a savvy businessperson as the budget minded mom or dad. Developing the ability to hold your own during negotiations or while bartering your way to a desired item or outcome takes some […]
kitchen closet organizers Learning how to organize your kitchen takes time and often trial and error. Kitchens are so different in every house. Different shapes sizes and how many cupboards you have and how deep they are. the cabinet storage solutions are nedless so you really have to try things to know how it […]
