Sign Winner
The winner of the sign giveaway is: Rachel says: I want it to say: My family’s last name, then smaller to say Est. 2008. Rachel I’ve sent you an email – be sure to respond to claim your prize!
Break
I’ve been avoiding writing this post because I don’t want to admit to myself that I am not keeping up with my life lately. True story. Due to my hectic life right now, I’m taking a blogging break until 2012. Sounds so far away, but it’s really only 3 weeks! Starting in January I’ll be … Read more
Giveaway!
Today I’m giving away a hand-painted sign… The base color is black, but you get to choose the words that go onto it! Looks pretty boring right? But the possibilities are endless! Choose a small saying or even your families name to put on this sign and maybe a design or two. The dimension of this is … Read more
Giveaway
I’m giving away a copy of this book over on Crystal’s Cozy Kitchen. Hop on over there to enter!
Friday Financial: Budgeting part 1
Welcome to the 6th installment in our financial discussion. If you’re just joining us, be sure to check out one (Values), two (Financial Goals), three, four (factors affecting finances) and five (Net Worth). Budgeting… this word can strike fear in some, while others tend to find it stressful. While some still find it empowering. So what is it about budgeting that can inspire … Read more
Frugal Cooking: Potato & Ham Soup
Ever have memories randomly pop up when you’re thinking about a particular subject? I just did. I am about to share a recipe with you that my husband and I LOVE. I use left over ham in it, which leads me to thinking about the first time I cooked a ham after we were married… … Read more
Do Free!
In the last place we lived, there was a zoo that to get in was technically free, but they did have places you could leave donations (the suggestion was that everybody leave $1.) Many communities – especially larger areas – have free events/activities/places. Participating in these is a great way to spend time with family/friends without spending … Read more
Frugal Baking: Banana Bread
In my house, we all love bananas. Although my husband is a bit more picky about WHEN the bananas are ripe enough to eat (something to do about living in Brasil for a few years made him only want to eat them at peak ripeness… but I swear it ONLY translated to bananas!) The time … Read more
