Plan a staycation to save the money. Adventure is still to be had as you play the tourist in your own town. Enjoy sleeping in your own bed, too! My motto, as you must know by now, is “Go big or go home”. It applies to my family size, my to-do list, my car, and…
Wondering how to give a Kindle Book gift? Or even why you should do so? The kindle is an amazing bit of technology! And its ebooks makes great gifts. I am a huge book lover. I’ve always loved books, particularly those that I can spend all day — or all night — reading without interruptions….
Want to give your winter wardrobe a boost? Today I’m sharing five of my favorite wardrobe items that make great gifts for yourself or a friend! I’m doing something different this year. Well, I’m doing many things different this year. But, among the many different things I’m doing (or have done) this year, I’m fighting…
Wondering how to use a Kindle for homeschooling? Here’s how we’re doing it with our 11th, 9th, 7th, 5th, and 3rd graders. We are a device family. We play video games. We watch movies. I love my iphone like a seventh child. But for about 15 years of homeschooling, we were mostly a pen and…
I’m a germaphobe and I don’t like shopping secondhand. But, I took a chance and here’s my review of ThredUp, an online secondhand clothing store. I am a participant in affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means to earn fees by linking to certain second-party sites. All opinions are my own. ON tshirt: $4.99;…
As the manager of your home, make your tasks easier and streamlined by keeping your household supplies well stocked and orderly. I happen to be the Chief Operating Officer of my home. While that sounds like a corner office with a view of the bay, in reality it means that I regularly serve in lower levels…
Popcorn is a great snack to enjoy with your family. It’s relatively inexpensive, easy to make, and tastes great. Consider all the ways you can dress up your popcorn, including this recipe for Junk Food Popcorn. Popcorn has long been one of my favorite snacks to feed the kids. With a reliable air popper at my side, it’s…
Are you feeling a little dumpy when it comes to your clothing? Is it time to fight the frump? Are you guilty of these excuses? I come by frumpiness pretty honestly. Knowing what’s in style just isn’t really high on my priority list. There are too many other things on which I need to focus my…