For the longest time, dressing up for Halloween with my husband was the hardest. We'd go into the season with our own ideas of what we wanted, without seeing what the other was planning. We never had the conversation about couples' Halloween costume ideas! Inevitably, this meant we would have wildly different costumes come Halloween/party time (like the one time I went as a Ninja Turtle, and he Continue Reading
Frugal and Fun Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is one of my favorite holidays, even if many people don't really consider it a holiday. The holiday weekend was one of my favorite first dates with my husband (we went to an outdoor rock concert, because March in Phoenix is beautiful and because I was trying to "get into" his music. I ended up getting locked in a porta-potty... story of my life). Also, I look really good in Continue Reading
How I’m Getting $400 Worth of Gifts for Free
On Tuesday, I told you how I was able to save $645 this month, even after finishing most of my holiday shopping. Nothing has changed about my monetary situation - I’ve been following my regular budget. While it fluctuates, saving $600 isn’t impossible for me - minus those pesky dishwashers, flooded floors… ;) However, you’ll notice I also mentioned how this time last year, I spent like crazy and Continue Reading
20 Healthy Thanksgiving Side Dishes
It's almost Thanksgiving, everyone! I don't know about you, but I love Thanksgiving... and not for reasons you might expect. Why do I love Thanksgiving? Because I know exactly what we're having for dinner.. and lunch and dinner and lunch and dinner and lunch and dinner... Since becoming "an adult" with a house and a husband, I am 50% of the time in charge of meal planning. My husband covers Continue Reading
Want to Save Money? Try a Holiday Savings Challenge
Tell me if this sounds like you: you have an awesome holiday season, enjoying Thanksgiving, Christmas and any other holiday traditions with your family and friends, then January rolls around and you receive your credit card bill. It's higher than you expected and now you're stressed, wondering how you're going to pay off your credit card this month and pay all your other bills. You could pay half Continue Reading
Frugal Memorial Day Party Ideas
I hope you're all having a great weekend! This weekend, I'm going to be spending my time calling my Dad and thanking him for his service to our country, and cleaning out our old house because my husband and I are moving! More to come on that, but I hope you all enjoy this post by Anum on enjoying Memorial Day on a frugal, affordable budget. What are you doing this Memorial Day? Problem: You Continue Reading
How to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on a Budget
Cinco de Mayo is one of my favorite holidays, mostly because I looooove Mexican food! You can read more about the history of Cinco de Mayo here. Also looking to celebrate the holiday? Check out today's awesome post by Anum about celebrating Cinco de Mayo on a budget! Celebrating Cinco de Mayo doesn’t have to break the bank. There are many ways you can celebrate the festive holiday on a budget! Continue Reading
25 Easter Crafts for Kids
With Easter less than 2 weeks away, you may be looking for fun ways to occupy your kids (or nieces, nephews, younger cousins) during the week and weekend leading up to Easter. In addition to dyeing eggs, check out the following 25 Easter crafts for kids. These are some frugal ways to keep the younger ones entertained and, honestly, even you'll like participating in some of these crafts! Continue Reading
How to Set Stress-Free Resolutions
Happy New Year's Day! As we begin 2016, I thought it would be a good idea to review one of my favorite topics: setting New Year's resolutions! As you know, I'm a big fan of setting actionable New Year's resolutions you'll be able to achieve in the new year. Everyone likes the feeling of accomplishing something, achieving a big goal, and feeling proud of themselves, right? :) However, Continue Reading
How to Make Money During the Holidays
After the shopping madness that is Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you may be wondering how in the world to pay for all your gifts. If you want to make money during the holidays, look no further than this excellent money-making round up by our regular contributor, Anum. This holiday season, if you find yourself in need of a little extra scratch to get the shopping done, know that you’re not Continue Reading