Food is typically a big part of the family’s budget and finding ways to stretch your family food budget can feel like a mystery. Check out some of these ways in which you can stretch your family food budget without losing your sanity. … Continue reading →
Do you love to camp with as many outdoor supplies as you can? Camping doesn’t have to be an expensive adventure; in fact, you can enjoy the great outdoors for next to nothing with these outdoor supplies. The trick is getting creative and learning a … Continue reading →
There are some container gardening ideas that can make a big difference in how well your garden grows.It can be a tricky balance to hit depending on what your growing and what types of soil and fertilizer you need. Whether you are growing … Continue reading →
Knowing the difference between need and want is so hard! That is because it is super hard to differentiate what is a need and what is a want. I am always re-evaluating what the needs and wants list are for me and my family. To know what the … Continue reading →
Valentines is soon to be upon us, and that means it is time to get at least one valentines decoration done and up around the house. I love to find cute valentines day decorations and create them to make our house more festive. This valentines heart … 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.
I LOVE ground beef stuffed bell peppers. I didn’t know I loved them until a couple years ago when I decided I needed to try some new things, and my mom had a recipe for them. I love how you don’t just have to have stuffed bell peppers with ground beef and rice, though. There are […]
One of the biggest issues we have is boredom in the hot, summer afternoon hours. Frugal and fun at home activities are hard to find, especially when the kids have to stay indoors. I am sure all of you have experienced the same problem. It is hard to keep kids occupied, especially the younger kids, […]
Meal planning and shopping with an organized list saves you more then you could ever imagine! It is seriously one of the easiest things you can do to make your life easier and save you hundreds of dollars. It can seem a bit overwhelming at first, but I promise if you stick to it, it […]
