A family vacation is just not in the budget this year. Sometimes, even a staycation just doesn’t cut it. That’s why we’ve found something in between. The day trip. [Continue
Archives for March 2012
{The New Home Ec} The Gift Closet: Always Ready for Last-minute Gifts
Last week, the girls were invited to a spur-of-the-moment birthday party. It’s been so unseasonably warm that they decided to have a last-minute outdoor event. It’s our 5th birthday party so far this school year, and we found ourselves head…
{The New Home Ec} If I Win the Mega Millions, I’m Not Telling My Kids
With the Mega Millions lottery at an all-time world record — $540 million — even I got sucked in. As soon as I found out that you can, in fact, buy Mega Millions tickets in Indiana, I bought some for tonight’s drawing. But I didn̵…
{The New Home Ec} The Play Clothes Drawer
Now that spring is here, the grass is green, the flowers are blooming, and the weather has been completely perfect. My girls have been playing outside practically nonstop for weeks. That means grass stains, muddy hands, and dirty clothes. Every day. Wh…
Plum District Coupon Code: 20% Off Indianapolis Deals
I’m a big fan of daily deal sites. They’re a great source for frugal family fun in Indianapolis! Since we don’t vacation often, we like to take the girls out
Comparing Apples to Apples, Literally
We eat a lot of fruit in our house. The girls can go through an entire bag of apples in a single day. We have oranges, bananas, strawberries and grapes
Why You Should Have an AMC Stubs Card
On Friday, the hubby and I went to our 2nd movie all year. Last night, I went to the theater again with some friends. And, yes, both times I saw
{The New Home Ec} 8 Places to Buy & Sell Kids’ Sports Equipment
Softball season has officially begun. With two girls playing this season, we have practices 4 days per week and will have 2-3 games each week, starting in April. This is on top of their Scout meetings and activities, but two each is where I draw the li…
Flirty Aprons Coupon Code: Fun Designs for Easter
I absolutely love to wear an apron, and Flirty Aprons just has the most fun designs! Flirty Aprons are inexpensive, high quality and, well, flirty. I’m pretty sure everyone needs
Printable Coupons for Easter Basket Gifts
The Easter bunny is all set to fill Easter baskets in a couple weeks—between toy clearance and Target dollar spot, the gift closet is well stocked and ready for filling