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Your wedding is one of the most important and memorable days of your life. Most women spend years planning their ideal weddings and dreaming of that special day. Many of them find that the wedding of their dreams costs an exorbitant amount of money — enough to pay for a car or even the down-payment … Read more
The holidays are a special time of year. Families come together to celebrate and enjoy one another’s company, creating incredible memories that will last a lifetime. Growing up, our best memories were rarely about the presents or the expensive holiday events around town; even now, I probably couldn’t tell you what I got under the tree … Read more
Most of the cleaning solutions we use at home are filled with harmful chemicals. It’s also not good to expose little ones to these chemicals, as most are poisonous especially when eaten or absorbed through the skin, Plus, these commercial products are expensive to boot. Do you want healthier alternatives are also easier on your budget? Grandma … Read more
Are you expecting out-of-towners and want to help them feel more comfortable during their stay? But what if you don’t have a spare room or bed? Years ago, when my husband and I were young and carefree newlyweds, we had a small apartment that fit us comfortably. Extra people, however? Not so much! That didn’t … Read more
The holidays are coming, and with them, the hottest sale of the year, Black Friday, which falls on the Friday after Thanksgiving. As online shopping has become a more feasible option, e-retailers have joined in with their own savings extravaganza, known as Cyber Monday, the first Monday after Thanksgiving. So many choices, so many discounts: … Read more
I’m usually in charge of organizing Thanksgiving dinner in our family. While I love having our extended family over, I’m really not keen on spending a week’s grocery budget on one meal. I’ve come up with practical ideas for hosting a delicious Thanksgiving dinner without burning a hole in my pocket. Here is how we … Read more
Sausage, celery, apricots and cornbread: together, these ingredients form an appetizing stuffing. This savory, fruity topping is not only tasty, it’s chock full of vitamins and protein. It’s a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving dinner.
Adventures can be had even with the shortest of travels, and memories that will last a lifetime are often made on these adventures. I want to go to all of the fifty states, as well as Canada and Mexico. My bucket list also has a list of world landmarks that I hope to visit when my … Read more
Winter is almost upon us, and with it, the numerous hassles and dangers associated with cold weather. We have to deal with ice on windshields, cold seats, icy roads, and more. I want to make sure my vehicle is ready before that first cold snap. Being a frugal person, I looked for the most affordable things I … Read more
When Jack Frost makes his first chilly visit to your area, you want your home prepared but you don’t want to spend an arm and a leg to do it. After all, you’ll need that extra money for hot chocolate sprees! With that in mind, it’s a relief to find that there are a variety … Read more