We're approaching the end of July now and we've already started our back-to-school shopping for the Princess. Every school year I sit down and go through my finances and then I set a budget on what I'll spend. I'm pretty frugal, but I like her to have nice things, so I'm always shopping for bargains … [Read more...] about Fun, Frugal, Finds – Back to School Clothing for Kids!
Creative Haven Art Nouveau Jewelry Designs Coloring Book
Three years ago I jumped on the adult coloring book bandwagon. It's a great way to reduce stress, to force myself to sit down & to relax and I love turning my finished pages into crafty works of art. I can personally tell you that it has INDEED helped me to relax at night and that it's a great … [Read more...] about Creative Haven Art Nouveau Jewelry Designs Coloring Book
Gardening: Tips on How to Grow Pickleweed – Indoors
The Pickleweed is classified as a succulent and can be found in North America, South Asia, South Africa and in Europe. It's a plant that grows in salt marshes, along beaches & coastal areas and around salt lakes. They're herbs which means they can be eaten. It's recommended that they be … [Read more...] about Gardening: Tips on How to Grow Pickleweed – Indoors
Family Movie Night with Smurfs – The Lost Village
Smurfs: The Lost Village is the movie of the summer! It's a great animated flick for the entire family to enjoy and perfect for an upcoming "family movie night". Check out this video to Demi Lovato's lost audition tape. You can check out the You Will Always Find Me in Your Heart – Smurf The Lost … [Read more...] about Family Movie Night with Smurfs – The Lost Village
Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Sauce Recipe
When it comes to barbecue sauce, I'm all about using homemade. With that said, I will use bottled sauces when I'm pressed for time. My husband and I both have GI issues, so we typically stay away from the one's that are super-spicy and go for ones that are sweet-and-tangy. In my book, the sweeter, … [Read more...] about Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Sauce Recipe
Quality Dress-Ups and Kid’s Costumes for Creative Play
When my daughter was a little girl they didn't have dress-up clothing like they do now. Back in the 80's and early 90's, parents were forced to buy crappy Halloween costumes or make dress-up clothing themselves. Looking back, I think childhood had to be pretty boring at times for my daughter. Fast … [Read more...] about Quality Dress-Ups and Kid’s Costumes for Creative Play
Family Fun at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park
Twice a year my family likes to get together and take the kids up to Lake Tobias Wildlife Park and Zoo in Halifax Pennsylvania. We typically plan our visits to the park for mid-Spring and again in mid-to-late Summer. Luckily for us, we only live one hour away, so it's feasible for us to visit twice … [Read more...] about Family Fun at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park
5 Reasons Why Every Kitchen Needs a Tempered Glass Cutting Board
Unlike some people, I actually enjoy cooking and baking for my family. I'm a firm believer that you enjoy it a LOT more when you have the proper kitchen tools and accessories which make your job a lot easier. One such item that should be in every kitchen is a tempered glass cutting board. Why you … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why Every Kitchen Needs a Tempered Glass Cutting Board