This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of McCain. All opinions are 100% mine. Trying to feed five kids on a budget is no joke. This is why McCain® Potatoes are such a staple in our family. McCain® Potatoes are something we always have in our freezer. When my kids open the freezer, they will know there is a McCain® Potato package in there waiting to be made. All Kinds of Potatoes I think one of my favorite things about McCain® Potatoes is that they have a set of potatoes for every single event out there. Here are some of the potato options they have: McCain® Craft Beer Fries - Crafted with American Pale Ale, these beer battered thin cut fries are the perfect treat to pass around for any occasion. McCain® Smiles: Put a smile on any kid’s face … [Read more...]
10 Money-Saving Tips from the Amish Lifestyle
When you're looking to cut expenses, one way to do so is to look at groups that are known for being frugal. The Amish are just one of these groups and if you look hard enough, you can learn quite a few money-saving tips from the Amish lifestyle. The Amish live a very simple life and as a result, they live very frugal lives. For families who are looking to lower their living expenses, taking a few steps toward this simplistic, frugal lifestyle is one sure-fire way to do it. A lot of people make the mistake of thinking that the Amish are frugal but that isn't entirely true. The Amish live a lifestyle that happens to be frugal, but they don't do it for the sake of frugality. It is their beliefs and values that are frugal by nature. You, however, aren't likely to be Amish which … [Read more...]
Why is Technology is Important for Military Moms?
This is a paid partnership with my friends at Verizon #VZMilitaryMom #brandpartner If you’re a Military Mom, then you know all about the sacrifices that are made. Verizon is honoring Military Moms in a unique way this year. Whether you’re a wife that has had her husband deployed or a mom that has had her son or daughter deployed, Verizon wants to honor you. Veteran Moms and active duty moms, this one’s for you! You can nominate a military mom or even nominate yourself by going here. Why is Technology is Important for Military Moms? Technology is a HUGE thing for military moms. This is becoming the new way to keep in contact with their family that is deployed. From emails and pictures, to phone calls and even video chats. What can you win? When you … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning Your Finances
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you ever just looked at your finances and started panicking just a little? It’s easy to allow money to get out of hand. One minute you’re doing okay financially and the next you don’t really know what’s going on. Here is how to spring clean your finances. Go on a Spending Freeze One thing to do is to go on a spending freeze. By going on a spending freeze, you can really spring clean your finances. This simply means that you don’t spend any money, unless it’s necessary. Budget for Future Expenses Most people find themselves in financial trouble, when they don’t budget for important expenses. Don’t wait until those expenses sneak up on you; budget for them. … [Read more...]
Cruise Cheap – How to Take a Cruise on a Budget
I don’t know about you, but I would love to go on a cruise right now. Cruises are so relaxing, fun, and a great way to see the world. However, they can be pretty expensive if you don’t know what you’re doing. I'm going to share with you how to take a cruise on a budget or in other words how to cruise cheap! Cruise Cheap - How to Take a Cruise on a Budget How do you know what you can afford if you don’t have a budget? Determine how much you want to spend on your cruise. This should include the amount you want to spend on gas, airfare, food, drinks, and anything else. Once you have set a budget, you can start looking for deals on that budget. Look for All-Inclusive Deals I cannot express how important it is to look for all-inclusive deals. All-inclusive means your room fees, food, … [Read more...]
Every Hero Sweats with Gillette & Operation Homefront
This is a sponsored post between Gillette and The Frugal Navy Wife. All opinions remain my own. I’m sure you have heard me mention Operation Homefront before. This is a nonprofit that works hard to "build strong, stable, and secure military families so that they can thrive in the communities they have worked so hard to protect." I support any program that helps military families but it’s not an easy job! Being a part of a military family is a big deal, and it’s always nice when you can be apart of something big like Operation Homefront. I know many people that have benefited from this organization. What’s even cooler is that two of my favorite brands are merging together to create something even more awesome! Gillette Deodorant & Operation Homefront Did you know … [Read more...]
Lesson Plans for Farmer Boy By Laura Ingalls Wilder
In the book Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder, Laura introduces us to Almanzo Wilder and shows us what life is like for him growing up on a farm in New York. We learn about his daily chores and see how much he wants to prove he is responsible enough to have his own horse. Give this book a read, and then try these three activities to help you explore the text further. Lesson Plans for Farmer Boy By Laura Ingalls Wilder After we finished out Little House in the Big Woods Lesson Plan we moved on to the next book in the series, Farmer Boy By Laura Ingalls Wilder. The kids liked this one and learning about old-time farming. We also used the Guide for Using Farmer Boy in the Classroom (Literature Units). They have activities and worksheets for each chapter along … [Read more...]
Easy Instant Pot Lasagna Recipe
As a mom of 5, I LOVE easy Instant Pot recipes! They are easy and forgiving of me when I forget to pull the meat out of the freezer, which is several times a week! This easy Instant Pot Lasagna has quickly become a family favorite! Easy Instant Pot Lasagna Recipe About 3 years ago I broke down and bought an Instant Pot and ditched my traditional slow cooker and I haven't looked back. You can make just about anything in your Instant Pot. It has so many settings I used it to make rice, as a slow cooker, and I even have recipes for Instant Pot yogurt! Related: Easy Instant Pot Chocolate Cake Recipe I even learned I am able to can jam in my Instant Pot. Talk about easy! my Instant Pot gets so much use now it pretty much stays on my kitchen counter. I love … [Read more...]
Easy Meatless Chili Recipe with BUSH’S® Chili Beans
This post is sponsored by Savings.com. Many of you reading this grew up on BUSH’S® Beans. You had it in dad’s famous Chili. You had BUSH’S® Beans in your favorite version of beanie weenies. These beans were a staple in our childhood, but they are also a major part of my life now! My kids enjoy these beans too, which is great because we eat a lot of beans! Easy Meatless Chili Recipe with BUSH’S® Chili Bean Favorite Recipes It’s important that I have BUSH’S® Chili Beans in my house because we use them in so many recipes. I have at least 5-10 cans in my pantry at all times. These beans are an excellent hearty add for meals or just to serve by themselves because they are so delicious I have been known to eat them right out of the can. I can tell you that these beans go in many of our … [Read more...]
Little House in the Big Woods Lesson Plan
Little House in the Big Woods is the story of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s life living on an 1800’s frontier with her homesteading family. This book tells about the adventures Laura and her family enjoy while living on the homestead and gives a glimpse of what their daily life was like through the eyes of young Laura. This book is ideal for teaching kids not just more about the life of a homesteader, but what life was like for children living on the frontier in the late 1800’s! We love this series and put this Little House in the Big Woods Lesson Plan together to go with it. Little House in the Big Woods Lesson Plan We started by reading the book twice. Once we read as a readout loud just for them to hear at night. The second time we read it to study it. As we read the … [Read more...]