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The holidays are a time of giving, being with family, and having fun. A favorite holiday tradition in my family is to buy cheap items from the clearance aisles or dollar stores. We would then wrap them up and pass them around while my grandfather reads ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. As a child, I … Read more
If you’ve had enough of the same decorations every December, then you must try these giant Christmas light balls. These brightly lit globes will surely bring a festive touch to your front yard. You can also set them up on your balcony, patio, window, or doorway. Smaller versions can be hung on trees for a unique light display. You can mix … Read more
Do you love your job? I love mine. It’s the best job I’ve ever had. I write for a living, something I have been passionate about since I was old enough to properly hold a pen. Plus, I get to do it from the comfort of my own home. When I started out a few years … Read more
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.