Financial Choices as Small as a Lick

Plan ahead. Make do. Do without.

  Peanut butter and honey sandwich made, he grasped the knife, scooped out another serving of peanut butter, and LICKED the knife clean! I gave him the "mom look." You know the one. He gave me that irresistible grin I fell in love with 16 years ago. Yep, the knife licker was my husband! … [Continue reading]

Saving Money on Phones :: Is it possible?!

Lower my cell phone bill

I stared at the telephone bill in shock. "You mean, our old fashioned land line with BASIC monthly service (no caller id, no call waiting, no nothing) and taxes/fees totals $30 a month?!" I quickly put pencil to paper and figured that we spend $360 a year on our old fashioned land line. That's in … [Continue reading]

Super Easy Turkey Chili

easy chili recipe

Nothing tastes better on a cold winter day than a steaming bowl of chili! Whether you like chili mild or spicy, here's a super easy recipe for you to … [Continue reading]

My Comparison Shopping Lesson

Comparison shopping saves money

Approaching the refrigerated produce aisle, my eyes scanned the baby carrot display. No five pound bags this week. "Bummer! I don't want carrots we … [Continue reading]

Menu Plan :: March 25, 2013

Best Ever Pancakes recipe

  It's Easter week! What special meals or treats do you have planned for this week?   Here's what we're eating this … [Continue reading]

Homemade Biscuits Recipe

homemade biscuits recipes

I grew up down South where homemade biscuits are a part of every meal. My children LOVE my homemade biscuits and request them on a regular basis. … [Continue reading]