If you ask someone where they are from, most people will tell you their hometown or state with great pride! Hometown pride is something that people love to celebrate and show off. Being proud of your hometown and state is the same feeling that many people feel when they talk about their high school alma…
Valentine’s Day is all about roses and chocolates, right? But why spend all your money on a box of chocolates that will be gone in 30 minutes or cut flowers that will fade in a few days when you can gift something instead that will make a memory that lasts. Here are some ideas for…
We are a family of book lovers. When the kids were little, we loved Dr. Seuss, Karma Wilson, and Laura Numeroff books. But as the kids have grown, the books have grown as well. If your kids are growing up and are ready for chapter books, you may enjoy some of our favorites as well….
What season are you in? Think about the seasons and how they change. Right now we are in the middle of winter. It is gray cold and a bit dreary. But in just a couple of months, we will be in spring. Things will be green and yellow daffodils will start blooming. As the seasons…
Recently I was talking to several young city moms. These are the moms who feel that there is no reason to worry about being prepared for emergencies because they live in a city with hundreds of grocery stores. They have gas stations on every corner and hundreds of emergency personnel in their community. I asked…
Does your family love tater tots? Do you love easy meals that you can create with minimal ingredients and effort? Check out these tasty tater tot casseroles and slow cooker dishes that are sure to be a hit with your family! This post includes affiliate links. Easy Tater Tot Casserole Recipes Family favorite Tater Tot…
One of the most influential people of our modern day United States history is Martin Luther King Jr. The best way to understand the life and impact of historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr is to visit the places that have direct ties to the events of their life. We have taken the opportunity…
Do you love to browse the yarn aisle at your local craft store? Do you have every size crochet hook you can imagine and love experimenting with different stitches? Do you enjoy sharing your crocheted creations with the people around you? If you love afghans, scarves, and hats and love seeing how other people are…
Do you love to read but hate paying full price for new books? Here are my 5 favorite ways to find used books without costing a lot of money. This post includes affiliate links. 5 Places to Find Used Books Local Library: Of course the most frugal place to find books for free is the…