There are few things in my home that we take as seriously as electricity. "Why's that?", you ask. As the wife of an electrical distribution engineer, I've heard more than my share of horror stories about electricity gone wrong. I even have a really cool piece of asphalt that was zapped by a downed power line and transformed into glass. The sheer force of electricity is amazing. We keep close tabs on our electricity usage and safety and adjust when new technologies emerge. I'd like to … [Read more...]
Subscribe & Save for June
When you know all your local delivery drivers by name, you just might be an Amazon fan. But, did you know that you can save money at Amazon on more than just electronics and gifts? We love using Amazon's subscribe and save service to have shelf-stable pantry and household items shipped to our door. Yes, even toilet paper. I'm constantly getting asked what exactly we purchase through Amazon. Here's our list for June, along with explanations for each item. It's a hefty list ...and filled … [Read more...]
Grocery Shopping on a Budget: 10 Valuable Tips
When it comes to building a budget that works for your family, there are few variables that can be adjusted in order to save money. Rent/mortgage, electric, car insurance, health insurance etc. are all non-negotiable payments. Sure, you can save a bit of money by making smart decisions, but you're not going to find a whole lot of wiggle room in those categories. That's why it's so important to reduce spending however you can if you want to create a better financial future for your … [Read more...]
Subscribe & Save for May
When people hear about how much we purchase from Amazon each month (or happen to see the piles of boxes on our doorstep!) they inevitably ask, "What exactly do you buy?" Here's the answer to that question, a list of our month-to-month order. Real-life, yo :) This month's Subscribe & Save order for May, 2016 includes: Nutiva Organic Black Chia Seeds, 12-oz. Bag - $7.17 YumEarth Organic Lollipops, 12.3 Ounce Bag - $5.72 Method Smarty Dish Dishwasher Plus Tablets, Lemon … [Read more...]
Help in the Trenches of Motherhood
It's finally here! The 2016 Ultimate Homemaking Bundle has arrived! Need some help in the trenches? (I am totally raising my hand here!) This mega-pack of resources brings a ton of encouragement to homemakers and moms everywhere. I've been buying these bundles for years. They're chock full of homemaking, organizing, parenting, and business tips. Plus, even more goodies, including courses and bonus offers. This year's bundle bonus includes a "Melt" hand massage video course that I am really … [Read more...]
Cheap Movie Theaters – Why spend an arm and a leg?
Family entertainment in America is sadly characterized by a "bigger is better" mentality. Road trip as a family? Nah, how about a Disney World extravaganza! We are constantly bombarded with commercials advertising happy, smiling faces doing amazing things with their *cough, cough, borrowed* money. From waterparks to world-famous resorts, jet-set vacations to journeys abroad, we're inundated with marketing that is designed to keep us constantly discontent and continually purchasing the "next big … [Read more...]
Sprouting Greens for Power-Packed Nutrition
As winter wears on and spring edges nearer, I often begin to crave the nourishment that comes with tiny green sprouts. And so, for the last few weeks, I've found myself repeatedly sprouting and growing a variety of tiny, power-packed greens. Sprouted greens are surprisingly easy to grow. All you need are some suitable seeds and a plastic or glass container for sprouting. It helps to also have a draining lid or a sprouter. This is the sprouter that I use. It allows me to make different … [Read more...]
Dreaming of Denali: Money Monday #38
Whew! The temps are climbing around here. Up past 50 degrees on many days :) I think spring has finally hit my neck of the woods. It's fantastic... except for the high fire danger from our lack of snow and extremely dry terra. We just returned from a nearly 400-mile (one-way) road trip into the heart of Alaska to visit family. I adore this drive so much. We pass by the tallest mountain in North America. Admittedly I look with envy at the few quaint cabins and lodges that dot the landscape as … [Read more...]
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