The Price of Convenience Foods

price of convenience foods

I can remember laughing when packaged salad first appeared on grocery store shelves years ago. It seemed crazy. Who would pay a premium price for chopped up lettuce in a bag? Apparently, almost everyone is willing to pay a premium price for chopped up lettuce in a bag. The packaged salad industry is booming judging … Read more

22 Uses for Baking Soda

uses for baking soda

That humble yellow box of baking soda works magic on more than just chocolate chip cookies! Baking soda is an odor-neutralizer, a gentle abrasive and an amazing natural non-toxic cleanser. So…the next time you’re at the grocery, grab a few boxes for less than $1 and get to work! Uses for Baking Soda 1. Freshen … Read more

Let’s Do Lunch – The Frugal Alternative

“Let’s get together for lunch and catch up.” “Let’s do lunch sometime.” “Why don’t we go out for lunch.” Getting together with friends for lunch seems to be the default activity for many woman. Why is that? Could it be because we can’t think of anything else to do? If lunch dates with your girlfriends … Read more

Downsize Your LIFE!

downsize your life

My parents are in their downsizing phase of life…ready to move from a 5000 square foot home to a 2000 square foot townhouse. Less house = less work = a simpler life. Of course, there’s more to downsizing than just buying a smaller house. Cutting square footage by more than half requires a serious paring … Read more

20 Fun Things To Do Instead of Shopping

things to do instead of shopping

When the weekend rolls around, how do you spend your free time? Choose the one answer that describes how you spend the majority of your free time. A. reading B. watching TV C. shopping D. relaxing E. outdoor activities F. crafting G. cooking H. partying If you answered “shopping”, and you’re trying to cut your … Read more