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Saturday, August 1st, 2009August is here and that means the new school year is right around the corner and it’s time for Back-to-School Shopping! With the poor economy many of the school budgets have experienced cutbacks. Translation- you as a parent are required to provide even more of the basic school supplies…and this is on top of all [...]
Box Tops for Education- An Easy Way to Earn Money for Your School
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009This past year the General Mills Box Tops for Education program has raised over $50 million for schools. Thankfully, many supporters of education have been participating and have set a record. The program is so easy that I don’t see why the record-setting trend can’t continue for this coming school year. Simply check the foods [...]
Summer Reading: Suggestions, Tips, and Strategies for Your Child
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009Unless you are fortunate enough to have one of those rare children that always has their nose in a book, you probably struggle with getting your child to read. Although as adults we know how important it is to read for many reasons such as developing creativity and critical thinking skills, it is very difficult [...]
A Review of Netbooks- Are They Really Worth It?
Saturday, July 18th, 2009A netbook is the latest development in the world of portable computers. Netbooks are small, laptop computers that weigh between 2 and 3 pounds. These netbooks have been getting a lot of attention lately since they are so small and inexpensive compared to traditional notebook computers. A netbook can cost less than $400. At first [...]
Understanding Common Teen Activities on the Internet
Saturday, July 11th, 2009Our children are growing up with a boom of technology available to them. As kids, we didn’t even know what the internet was, but nowadays, we are lost without it. We get online daily for email, blogs, searches, driving directions, shopping, and much more. It can be overwhelming and difficult to keep up with everything [...]
Fun and Easy Summer Activities for Kids
Thursday, July 9th, 2009Are the summer blahs getting to you? Are your kids already saying “we’re bored”? Are you tired of watching your children wasting away in front of the television? Help is here! The MomGrind.com has put together a list of 43 Activities for Kids. They are all great ways to pass away the summer days while [...]
Frugal and Fun Summertime Activities for the Family
Tuesday, June 9th, 2009As summer approaches, many school systems are closing for a couple of months. This leaves your kids with a lot of free time. I found a couple of helpful posts that offer suggestions for family activities. These are sure to keep your kids occupied and entertained without breaking the bank. The first post, Frugal Summer [...]
7 Steps for Creating a Family Budget
Monday, May 11th, 2009Saving money and maximizing your income can be a tricky and difficult task on your own. Once you throw in a spouse and children, the task becomes more challenging. Ultimately, if you want to make the most of your money, it is crucial to establish a budget. On her blog at Tamara-Wilson.com, Tamara tackles the [...]
How to Successfully Save Money and Stick to Your Monthly Budget
Sunday, April 5th, 2009Save money, spend less, and stick to a monthly budget! This is the goal that nearly everyone is striving for in these tough times. Being frugal and cutting back on spending are hot topics of conversation. I have recently found three helpful posts on these topics. Check them out and let the savings begin! FrugalDad.com [...]
Easy and Inexpensive Slow Cooker Recipes
Sunday, March 29th, 2009It is time to dust off that slow cooker you got for a wedding gift because slow cooker recipes are making a comeback! Slow cooker recipes are simple to put together and provide cheap meals. In addition, using a slow cooker saves time and the leftovers can be just as yummy as the first meal! [...]
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