This post is a sponsored conversation between The Frugal Navy Wife and Crest. All opinions remain 100% my own. In a rush to make everyone happy this holiday season, we forget something super important and that is to smile. Smiling is what makes the holiday season worth going through. For all of those who are busy rushing around, don’t forget to find time to smile. Don’t know how to smile more this holiday season? Let me show you! ALSO! Keep reading for a deal on the Value 2 Pack Crest 3D White Radiant Mint Toothpaste that will run from 12/17-12/19! Slow down a little The holidays are a bit of a rush, but that doesn’t mean you can’t slow down and enjoy the season a little more. When you slow down, you can enjoy things a little more. Enjoy making cookies with your … [Read more...]
Mini Apple Pies Recipe Simple and Easy to Eat
There is nothing more American than simple Apple pie. But I have to say I don't always love simple. So here is a great twist on the basic apple pie. Make these bite-sized mini apple pies!! How to Make Mini Apple Pies Yield: Approximately 12 Miniature Pies Ingredients: Dough: 4 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 stick butter, cubed 4-8 tablespoons ice-cold water Apple Filling: 5 cups apples, peeled and small diced 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/3 cup homemade brown sugar 1/4 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Directions: Stir together the flour and salt, then cut the butter into this dry mixture. Add the cold water, and mix just to combine all the ingredients. Be careful not to over-handle the … [Read more...]
How to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays on a Budget
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Dollar General. All opinions are 100% mine. I received compensation for this blog. How to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays on a Budget The holidays are a great time to decorate your home. The great thing about decorating in today’s world is that you can do it in style and on a budget. You don’t have to spend your whole Christmas budget decorating your home. There are ways you can decorate your home for the holidays on a budget. Grab a few candles One of my favorite ways to decorate for the holiday season, on a budget, is by buying candles. Candles are inexpensive, but they look nice, especially around the holidays and also offers wonderful scents of the season. You can use battery operated candles too, so you know … [Read more...]
Expert Tips for Decorating on a Budget
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of CORT for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you ever wanted to decorate your home, but weren’t sure how? It can be even harder when you’re on a budget. So, for those of us who want to decorate our homes, but are on a budget, here is how you get it done. I used to be nervous about budgeting and decorating, but now it’s not a problem. Set a budget for yourself First, let’s all admit that there is nothing wrong with a budget. A budget means that you can spend without worrying about overspending. A budget is perfect for someone who wants to decorate their home. Some people look at budgeting as a bad thing, but I look at it as a good thing. It’s like you’re telling your money where to go, instead of just blowing it on … [Read more...]
12 Days of Christmas Candy | Candy Cane Fudge
It’ December. The race to Christmas is on! Stacy over at Adventures In Coupons and I have teamed up to bring you 12 days of Christmas Candy! Each day one of us will bring you a yummy new candy recipe! For Day 3 We have another one of my favorites Candy Cane Fudge! Easy Yummy and chocolate. 'nough said! Candy Cane Fudge Recipe (Makes 3 dozen) Ingredients 3 cups white chocolate chips 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 8 crushed candy canes Directions Line a 9x9 baking dish with parchment or foil and grease with shortening. Using a large saucepan, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until all of the white chocolate chips have completely melted. Stir in the vanilla extract … [Read more...]
Stocking Stuffers with Olay and Braun
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay and Braun at Walmart. The opinions and text are all mine. This post was sponsored by Olay and Braun at Walmart. However, all opinions are my own. When it comes to shopping for stocking stuffers, this is always the hardest for me. I'm great at picking out gifts, but I really must think hard about stocking stuffers. If you're not great in the stocking stuffer department, like me, then you need these tips in your life. Think about what they like… I can tell you that you do not want to fill a stocking full of something no one wants. I spend some time getting to know the people I'm buying stocking stuffers for. Do they love candy? Do they love beauty stuff? What really gets them excited? Try to find … [Read more...]
How We’re Saving Money for the Future
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union. All opinions are 100% mine. Its no secret that we have 5 kids. Financially preparing for kids is not easy. In fact, when I was pregnant with all our kids, we went into stork mode and saved a ton of money. However, now that all the kids are here, we’re trying hard to save money for our future. My kids need us to be financially wise, which is why we’re saving money for the future now. Savings Account Our first step for saving money for the future is a savings account. We’re using a Navy Federal savings account to help us put as much money away as we can. We put a certain amount of money away each paycheck and this helps us save for our future. Knowing we are putting away money, in a savings account, makes … [Read more...]
Copycat Starbucks Peppermint White Hot Chocolate Recipe
I had this peppermint white hot chocolate recipe a few years back in Ohio while visiting my husband's grandparents. Since then I have been obsessed with it each year as the weather turn cold. I have tried many variations since but this one always wins out hands down! Copycat Starbucks Peppermint White Hot Chocolate Recipe As all the pumpkin recipes are on their way out now and my favorite peppermint recipes are here again! I love my peppermint drinks, my peppermint brownies, and my peppermint patty stuffed chocolate cookies. YUM! Now Starbucks used to do a peppermint white hot chocolate recipes (and they still might!) but when I tried this recipe the first time I had no idea it was a copycat version! So if you are missing your Starbucks hot chocolate give this one a try! … [Read more...]
Electric Toothbrushes vs Manual Toothbrushes + Oral B Deal!
This is a sponsored conversation between The Frugal Navy Wife and Oral-B. When it is time to head to the store to stock up on toiletries, you likely are pretty particular on what you are shopping for. You may opt for certain cleansers because they are better for your skin type. Perhaps you have sensitive skin and need to purchase single blade razors, to avoid extra razor burn. Well, did you know that by swapping out your old manual toothbrush, you can actually start improving your dental health? Electric Toothbrushes vs Manual Toothbrushes + Oral B Deal! Make sure to see the awesome Oral-B Black Friday deal below! Why Ditch the Manual Toothbrush? Brushing your teeth is an easy enough task, but an electric toothbrush, believe it or not, makes it even easier. Electric … [Read more...]
How to Support You’re the Veteran in Your Life with Outback Steakhouse
This is a sponsored conversation between The Frugal Navy Wife and Outback Steakhouse. All opinion remain my own. Most of you know that my husband is a Veteran. What you may not know is how to support a Veteran in your life. With Veteran’s Day quickly approaching, it can be hard to know how to tell them thank you, without being overbearing. Well, here are some tips for supporting the Veteran in your life. A simple “thank you” If you can’t think of any way to support the Veteran in your life, a simple thank you will do. It doesn’t need to be awkward or elaborate. You could say “thank you for serving.” You’d be surprised how a thank you like this can go a long way. Write a thank you card Maybe you’re shy and don’t really know what to say to a Veteran, which is why a thank … [Read more...]