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As the temperature outside climbs, it becomes harder and harder to keep the inside of your house cool. On those days, the thought of standing over a hot stove or turning on the oven is almost enough to melt you into a puddle. And besides, do you really want to eat a warm meal when … Read more
With the heat of summer upon us, we’re constantly on the look out for ways to cool down. Whether you’re at a summer party, poolside, or just in your own backyard, nothing beats the heat quite like a cool, refreshing drink. Your favorite summer drink doesn’t need to come from the shop down the street, … Read more
I need family-friendly outdoor games for summer socials, festivals and fundraising events that kids and adults can play quickly. Perennial favorites for everyone, easy to set up, easy portability and compact storage is my goal. When possible, I choose designs that kids can help make for fun. Here are some of my personal age and … Read more
I love many things about summer–relaxed schedules, grilled dinners, sandal-clad feet–but I don’t care for the heat that rolls in like a smothering blanket and doesn’t let up for weeks or months. Some of us don’t have air conditioning at home to keep us cool, and others don’t want to foot the electricity bill that … Read more
The hot weather can definitely take out the fun from your kids. Bring it back with special freezable snacks. If you had enough of ice cream, try these cold snacks for the kids to fully appreciate summer. 1. Peel off bananas and freeze them. You can consume them as it is or add them to … Read more
Summer is almost upon us! School is down to its last weeks and kids will soon rejoice their summer freedom. If your kids are anything like mine they start getting bored pretty quickly as the novelty of Summer wears off. Keep them busy with these amazing and super easy DIY projects. Not only you get to … Read more
Summer sunshine and heat brings thoughts of getting away from it all for a week or two, and what kind of trip is more fun than a road trip? Road trips are about the journey, not the destination–if you even have one in mind. While gas is expensive these days, you can still take that … Read more
Kids of all ages love playing with play dough. Did you know that you can make it yourself, with only a few ingredients and very little expense? Here is a recipe for making your own play dough, plus slime, moon sand…everything your child needs to keep busy for hours this summer. Homemade Play Dough 2 … Read more
Beat the heat and encourage summer reading with a book swap party! It’s a budget friendly & fun way to kick-off summer reading, and it might become a summertime tradition in your neighborhood. Book Swap Party Invite friends (in the same grade) to bring 3 used paperback books that are at their current reading level. … Read more
Have one last summer hurrah this Labor Day Weekend by finishing up your summer bucket list! What? You don’t have a summer bucket list? Enjoy some frugal family fun with an idea or two from The Budget Diet’s Summer Bucket List! Summer Bucket List #1 – Ice Cream Sundaes Make homemade ice cream and start … Read more