I don’t need to tell most of you that life has gotten more expensive lately. Seems like everything is on the rise. So I’ve put together these 10 ways to save money that hopefully may be of help to some of you looking to make your dollars go a little further. Of course some ways of saving money are easier
10 Ways to Save Money
Amazing Twice Baked Potatoes
Nothing’s wrong with an ordinary baked potato with your favorite toppings, but if you want to kick it up several notches, try making these amazing twice baked potatoes! I’ve been making these for years now, and they are a house hold favorite. Definitely not fat free, or dairy free, but they are full of deliciousness! Ingredients: About 6 medium-large baking
Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry
This is my favorite Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry dish I make at home. Made easier when I buy my favorite store bought Teriyaki sauce (yes, I too buy convenience, as long as I like it). We love making our own sauces from scratch, but occasionally I’ll find a really good substitute. Of course if you want to make it a
What I Pack for Labor and Delivery
With our newest little one’s arrival just around the corner, it’s almost time to get packing. As much as I would love to have a home birth, we currently live in a state that makes it difficult to have amenities at home, (such as a midwife). Though anyone can have a baby anywhere, I personally like having an experienced midwife
Easy Salsa Chicken Recipe
This quick and easy salsa chicken recipe is always a hit in our home. I often serve it with tortillas, black beans or fresh corn and rice to make a complete and delicious meal. Ingredients 4-6 boneless chicken breasts 1-1 and a half Tablespoons of your favorite taco seasoning 1 16 ounce jar of salsa (I usually use Pace Picante
10 Tips for Taking Great Photos of Kids
Here are 10 tips for taking great photos of kids that I’ve put together. In my early years of parenting it was more common to make appointments at department stores and wait to get photos taken in a little room with different screen backgrounds to choose from. Things have really changed since then. Today, just about anybody can take a
15 Budget Friendly Things to do with Your Kids
Here are 15 budget friendly things to do with your kids this spring. All of these things can be done with very little costs, and some may even be free for you, depending on where you live and what gear you already own. Bonding with kids doesn’t have to be expensive. Often times, I find that the simple things bring
5 Tips for Starting a Garden
Well, spring is finally here, and around our little homestead this means getting things ready for this year’s gardening season. So, in lieu of the season, I’ve put together these 5 tips for starting a garden. No bones about it, planting and maintaining a backyard garden is quite a bit of work. However, few things are more rewarding than harvesting
Crock Pot Tex Mex Chicken
Crock Pot Tex Mex Chicken Recipe This crock pot tex mex chicken recipe is a favorite at our home. It’s also great when you’re hosting guests. Anytime I can make a lot of good food in a small amount of time, it’s a win for me! There’s nothing like putting a bunch of delicious ingredients into a pot in the
Homemade Dairy Free Pancakes
We love pancakes! We usually make homemade dairy free pancakes. Around our house, I occasionally have what’s called “night breakfast”, usually once a week. Often that involves pancakes, eggs and sausage (or bacon), etc… Sometimes biscuits and gravy are served with eggs, or french toast, or whatever dish I feel like making. Mornings are often busy around here with chores