Being able to stay connected to teenagers in your extended family can sometimes be a daunting task. Their lives are busy with school, jobs, and after-school activities and often there is just not enough time to be physically together or present in their lives. But busy schedules and long distance should not be an excuse…
We all have a story. We all remember exactly where we were on September 11, 2001. Just the mention of 911 takes us back immediately to the emotions we felt on that day. What’s Your 9/11 Story? I was in the very early stages of a rough pregnancy on September 11, 2001. We had decided…
We all hate the feeling of helplessness when a family or friend is in need and you just can’t physically be there. Maybe a friend is moving to a new house and you just can’t be there to help load the truck or an out of state family member ends up in the hospital for…
When you purchase a new product for your home or life, one of the first decisions you have to make is whether you should buy a warranty. Many stores even offer the warranties at the cash register as you are making the purchase. The question of whether to buy a warranty is a big decision….
Hobbies on a Budget received tickets or discounts to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own. No monetary compensation was received. This is the third year our family has enjoyed Crave Lexington! Each year the event adds more food vendors, new-to-us local musical talent and allows our family to try amazing local food while…
Let’s see a show of hands if you love shopping online! My hands are in the air, too! It’s so easy and convenient to shop from the comfort of your couch. You don’t have to mess with crowds, traffic or parking. Shopping online is a great way to find the things you need without having…
A few weeks ago we had a clogged up kitchen sink. Being the frugal family we are, we decided we could just take care of this mess ourselves. No problem. It only took 2 days and almost $100 to realize that we were over our heads. It was time to call in the professional. When…
Have you ever felt like you just couldn’t get it all done? The house is a mess, work is behind and you realize that you haven’t been to a gym in months. There are countless self-help books and courses you can take, but who has time for that? Here are 7 tips for busy Moms…
Do you ever worry about how much Body Wash gets wasted when your boys spill it out in the shower? You want the guys in your house to smell good but you really don’t want all the good smelling soap going down the drain. When I was in Walmart last week, I saw that Irish…