It happens every year — I plan & plan for Thanksgiving dinner, only to realize a few days before that I’ve neglected the centerpiece. Usually, I just toss a few candles on the table and call it done, since I’ve already spent my Thanksgiving budget on the turkey & trimmings. [Continue reading on Babble.com...]
Holidays Inexpensively
I stopped by Target yesterday, to take a quick look at the Halloween clearance—50% off for now, expected to move to 75% sometime this weekend. I don’t need more seasonal decorations. I’m not buying costumes, now that my girls have opinions of their own. And, I was determined to steer clear of the candy aisle. [...]
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and I hadn’t given the food a 2nd thought this year. Thank goodness I’ve partnered with Foodily—they’re on top of it, for sure! It’s a family affair at around here. We’ve never had much luck with sitters (although the hubby’s parents offered babysit tonight—hooray for date night!) and rather than be [...]
31 Days to a Better Budget Giving Gifts on a Budget Each day of the series offers new tips, ideas and a challenge to start the year with a solid financial plan. I was originally going to focus on the entertainment budget today, but last night I had a brainstorm and switched tactics. I started [...]
Holiday decorations for less. Do your research, find the right store and get what you need!
I absolutely love this song entitled “Give This Christmas Away” by Matthew West featuring Amy Grant. I know not all of you celebrate Christmas but I think the meaning behind this song is something we all can use a reminder of. Give this Christmas away If there’s love in your heart Don’t let it stay [...]
Our Countdown to Christmas continues—4 days until Christmas. If your children enjoy the magic and wonder of Santa Claus, there is nothing more fun than feeling a connection to him as we lead up to the big day. Your children may have already visited with Santa or written him letters, but did you know you [...]
Our Countdown to Christmas officially ends this weekend—only 5 days until Christmas. The children are excited to bake cookies for Santa this week. They will each lovingly select one of their favorites to leave a plate out for him to snack on when he arrives at our house on Christmas Eve. If you leave a [...]
Our Countdown to Christmas is wrapping up (ha! Get it?)—3 days until Christmas. Christmas is a time for family. We mail holiday cards to those far away, exchange gifts with those near and dear and gather round the table with relatives far and wide. Now is the perfect time to not only create new holiday [...]
The Countdown to Christmas continues—7 days until Christmas. I realize
