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Thanksgiving is over, so it’s officially Christmas time. I’m one of those that cannot celebrate anything Christmas until Thanksgiving is over. No music, no lights, no shopping, nothing! I thought since everyone has, or is starting their Christmas shopping, I would post how we tackle Christmas…on a budget of course. These are simple tips, but should keep you from debt come January. 1. Make a
Well, long time no post!!! It’s been an extremely busy couple of weeks, but I’m back and posting! I have so much to catch up on. I know many of us are taking family pictures and picking out Christmas cards to send to family and friends. So, I wanted to share a GIVEAWAY one of my friends, Jennie, is doing through her business, Modern Whimsy Designs.
I’m finally done breastfeeding and can do the Advocare 24 Day Challenge that I bought a few months ago. It has a 10 day cleanse phase and I couldn’t do that while breastfeeding. I reached my pre-pregnancy weight early on after I had Beckham, but it wasn’t where I should be. I’ve been stuck at this weight for several months now. My body is pretty
Happy Friday everyone! And happy it is… I got an email today that said our success story on the Dave Ramsey website was 1 of 3 chosen to be used in a new product aimed at seniors in high school! They are teaching seniors in high school that they can go to college WITHOUT TAKING ON A STUDENT LOAN! Yes, that’s right. Wow, Dave Ramsey
A few years ago I did the Daniel fast (veggies/fruits) for church, and I needed a bean recipe for some protein. This is the best bean recipe I’ve had, so I thought I would share. My son LOVES these beans, so we pretty much make this 2-3 times a month. They last a long time too. This is also a VERY economical recipe. Like Dave Ramsey
Monday’s Money Saving Tip: How I Grocery Shop I wanted to let you know how I prepare for grocery shopping that helps reduce our bill, at least a little. This is one area I believe I can improve in, but it’s a work in progress. Read here for my detailed tips on grocery shopping. I have been lazy with grocery shopping lately and it showed in
You’ll have to excuse my “far and few between” posts this month. This is a CRAZY month for me and I simply cannot fit blogging in as much. You know my thoughts on the blog versus my physical time with my family…blog comes second! This month I’ve already had my mom’s birthday, my niece was born (same day as my mom’s birthday) and I have
