Morning time can be the most stressful time of the day when heading back to school. Everyone is tired, everyone is crabby, and you are typically in a hurry to get everyone out of the house on time. This year, don’t let the mornings defeat you. Instead, give these simple time-saving back-to-school morning tips a try! You will see that morning can be much smoother, simpler, and efficient when you give these few tips a try. Take a look! Time-Saving Back to School Morning Tips: 1. Give yourself a cushion. Always factor in about 20 extra minutes each morning in case you hit a bump. If you need to be out of the house by 7:30, and typically wake up at 6:30, try waking at 6:10 instead. This cushion will come in handy should you run across any glitches that may hold you up. 2. Make a visual … [Read more...]
Starbucks Copycat Egg White Bites Recipe
Do you find yourself in the Starbucks line ordering their egg white bites daily? Save money and time by preparing this copycat recipe of the Starbucks Egg White Bites that will taste fresher and even better! Copycat Starbucks Egg White Bites Egg white bites are delicious and perfect to have for breakfast when you’re on the go. If you’re tired of spending time in the Starbucks line and you’d love to have a way to make your favorite breakfast at home, use this recipe to prepare a copycat version of the Starbucks Egg White Bites. They’re delicious, easy to prepare, and great to have both morning and night, depending on when you want to eat them! Related: Starbucks Recipes – Vanilla Bean Scone Recipe What You’re Going to Need to Make the Starbucks Egg White Bites Be sure to … [Read more...]
How To Save On Dining Out – An Extremely Frugal Family’s Guide to Dining Out
Dining out is considered a luxury to some families. A truly frugal family would probably never eat out because restaurant menu prices are significantly higher than just the cost of food. But dining out is supposed to be an experience, not something you do to be super-frugal so if the occasion arises and you want to take the family out for a non-fast food meal, then here are some ways to save on dining out. How To Save On Dining Out Kids Eat Free Nights One of the most common ways to save on dining out is through the kids – from ordering off the significantly cheaper kids’ menu or eating free-of-charge on certain nights of the week, depending on the restaurant – and in some cases, you may only have to pay for the adult meals if you find a restaurant offering good deals. Check around … [Read more...]
How to Save For Your Next Car Purchase
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union. All opinions are 100% mine. Navy Federal Credit Union is federally insured by NCUA Are you hoping to get a new vehicle in the next few months? Find out how to start saving for your next car purchase. The amount you’ll need to save will depend on a few factors, including which car you’d like to buy and drive off with when leaving the dealership. Figure Out How Much the Car You Want Will Cost Look at some of the different cars that you’re interested in and get more information on them. Pay attention to the features that come with these vehicles, including safety features and upgrades that aren’t necessarily available on older makes and models. You can then compare the price of different cars and … [Read more...]
Homemade Natural Degreaser
Are you tired of using toxic chemicals to get rid of grime and grease when cleaning? Use this safe, toxic-free Natural Degreaser to clean your stove, kitchen area, and other parts of the home with ease. The Importance of Using a Natural Degreaser Many of the cleaning products marketed today contain harsh ingredients that are harmful to continue breathing in each day. If you’ve noticed that a lot of the products you used in the past to get rid of grease and grime smelt bad and contained toxic ingredients, you may have decided that you’d like to make a switch. Using a Natural Degreaser is beneficial because it doesn’t contain those bad ingredients. Although it’s not full of chemicals, it still gets the job done and leaves the home smelling fresh when you’re done with … [Read more...]
Foodie Subscription Boxes
Everyone loves food, there is no denying that. However, there are some who REALLY love food. Food from all over the world, trying new styles and new recipes. What better way to feed into their passion ( see what I did there HA ) than to get them Foodie Subscription Boxes this year. It's the gift that gives monthly! Foodie Subscription Boxes Dessert Subscription Boxes Give the gift of a delicious dessert box to someone special in your life. With plenty of fun and flavorful options to choose from, you can’t go wrong! Cooking Gift Set Co. Bring out the inner-chef with the Cooking Gift Set Co. subscription box. Get all the supplies needed to prepare flavorful and fresh meals, such as Chinese soup dumplings or French tarts. It’s the perfect way to try something new. … [Read more...]
60 Grilling Recipes You Absolutely Must Try
Grilling season is among us and I am here for it. All of it. I use my grill more in the summer than ever before. I was hunting for new recipes and decided to put this list together. Every one of these grilling recipes looks heavenly and I am on a mission to try them all. 60 Grilling Recipes You Must Try Grilled Peach Chicken with a Cucumber and Peach Salad - Looking for a great new grilling recipe? This grilled peach chicken is one of the best! Don't skip the cucumber and peach salad with it, it's amazing! Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Kabobs - This mouthwatering Barbecue Chicken recipe will quickly become one of your summer grilling favorites! This delicious Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Kabobs dish is easy to make and includes directions for using a grill pan or an outdoor … [Read more...]
Back to School Safety Tips for Kids
While you are reviewing all of the back to school rules with your child this fall, why not use this time to also talk about back-to-school safety? Reviewing what your child needs to know about staying safe this school year is just as important as the rules about not running in the halls and using inside voices! If you are unsure where to begin, take a look below at some helpful tips for teaching back-to-school safety tips to your kids. It really is quite easy, and there has never been a better time to review these safety tips than now. Back to School Safety Tips for Kids Talk about stranger danger. With all of the children coming and going from the school grounds, it can be an invitation for those who would want to harm your child to make a move. Talk to your child about what to do … [Read more...]
Ultimate Bakers Gift Guide
I think we all know someone who loves to bake. Literally, they LIVE for it. They are always whipping up something yummy that everyone wants to eat and it's always delicious. Why not treat these friends with gifts they will love and use all the time. This Bakers Gift Guide is here for this reason! Ultimate Bakers Gift Guide Large Cake Baking Set - It includes various decorating tools to help you make all kinds of cakes. Included chocolate mold to create a more delicate cake. Suitable for any age and level of cake-making. A unique, hand-made Uzbek bread stamp called “chekich”, used by Central Asian bakers. These stamps are the perfect gift for the bread maker in your life. Silicone Baking Mats - They allow you to bake anything without it sticking to the pan … [Read more...]
Amazing Military Discounts You Didn’t Know About (But Should)
While in the military, you gave a lot. Your family also gave a lot to this country. A lot of companies and businesses recognize that military families and individuals have given a lot, which is why they offer military discounts. Check out these websites that help extend deals and savings to those in the military. Amazing Military Discounts You Didn't Know About Military Travel Discounts As a military person or family, you may find yourself wanting to travel. Make sure you check out these military deals, totally worth it. Ebates One of my favorite ways to save is through Ebates. As a military family, they offer deals that you can’t find anywhere else. Not only do you get military discounts, but you can also earn cashback. ID.Me Whether you want to buy … [Read more...]
Homemade Toilet Bowl Cleaner Tablets
There are so many ways to save money. Legit ways to cut your spending and still live the life you want. We have stopped spending money on a lot of things and make them all homemade currently and you would not believe the savings we see. These Homemade Toilet Bowl Cleaner Tablets are just another item we started making homemade and I'm sharing them with you! Homemade Toilet Bowl Cleaner Tablets Related: 12 Out of the Box Uses for Rubbing Alcohol What can I use instead of essential oils? If you do not have essential oils or are not a fan of the way they smell, don’t worry! There are plenty of alternatives. Try squeezing 10 drops of lemon or lime juice into the white vinegar instead. For a fresh, clean scent, you can also use 5 drops of mint extract. My tablets are taking too … [Read more...]
Top 9 Savings Hacks for Ikea
Have you ever wanted to go to Ikea, but you’re worried it’s too expensive? You can save so much money at Ikea, you just need to know how to save money. Ikea is popular for their contemporary furniture and sleek design. If you're buying something from Ikea, it intrigues the mind. Shopping at Ikea is something everyone needs to do in their lifetime. Check out these savings hacks for Ikea. Top 9 Savings Hacks for Ikea Shop on the Weekdays There’s something you should know, Ikea gets super busy on the weekends. Ikea is busy on the weekends, which makes it harder to think while you shop. Not only can you save yourself money but you can save time. Go during the weekend and take your time shopping and making really good buying choices. Join the Ikea Loyalty Program When you sign up … [Read more...]
