So, your military family is getting ready for a move, and you want to ensure all of your belongings are protected and nothing gets left behind. Fortunately, there are a variety of things you can do to set yourself up for a successful move and reduce your family’s moving expenses while avoiding a lot of the hassle and stress that comes with transitioning to a new location. That said, here are some helpful tips to make your move easier and more efficient. 6 Tips to Make Moving Easier as a Military Family Create a Plan of Action Before you start packing everything up, it's important to create a checklist of important considerations, such as services you need to cancel, documents you need to safeguard and help you need to hire. Your moving plan should entail the dates that the … [Read more...]
How to Properly Make a Zero Balance Budget
If you're like most people, you're on a budget. But have you ever considered the best type of budget to create? According to many financial gurus, a Zero Balance Budget helps people save more money and spend less. It's also one of the simplest budgets to make and you're probably already doing it without even noticing it. What is a Zero Balance Budget? A Zero-Based Budget is just what it says- your budget should equal zero at the end of the week or month, however far in advance you balance your budget. Whatever income you receive, and whatever out-going expenses you have, should all equate to zero, no matter what is thrown at you. How To Make A Zero Balance Budget Write your monthly (or weekly) income down on a piece of paper. Write your expenses down. Do they equal zero? … [Read more...]
Easy Red Velvet Donuts – Perfect Valentine’s Day Donuts
Red Velvet anything is perfect for Valentine's Day or even Christmas because of its rich red color. That's why I am loving these Red Velvet Donuts I think they make the perfect Valentine's Day Donuts. Don't you think? Red Velvet Donuts - Perfect Valentine's Day Donuts I love this red color for Valentine's Day cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and donuts! Pair it with white and pink and everyone will love it! Many love cream cheese frosting with red velvet but I love using this melted chocolate glaze for them. Just a preference! What type of frosting does these Easy Red Velvet Donuts have? The frosting that you can add to these wholesome donuts is candy melts which pairs perfectly with the decadent taste of the red velvet. Can I add cocoa powder to these … [Read more...]
Copy Cat Chick Fil A Chicken Tortilla Soup
You can have Chick Fil A on Sundays now! Using copycat recipes you can enjoy your favorites all week long! This Copycat Chick Fil A Recipe is one for the books. It's so delicious and rather simple to make! Copy Cat Chick Fil A Chicken Tortilla Soup We have quite a few CopyCat recipes on our site. Here are a few of our top Chick Fil A CopyCat Recipes: The BEST Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe + Sauces Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Salad Sandwich The BEST Copycat Chick Fil A Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe! The BEST Copycat Chick Fil A Lemonade The BEST Copycat Chick Fil A Polynesian Sauce Is the Copy Cat Chick Fil a Chicken Tortilla Soup Healthy? Yes! The copycat version of the flavorful Chicken Tortilla Soup is healthy and consists of many ingredients that are … [Read more...]
100 Ways to Celebrate the 100th Day of School
The 100th day of school is coming up fast. So we sorted 100 ideas to enjoy with your class while you celebrate! 100 Ways to Celebrate the 100th Day of School There are 4 categories: Activities, Crafts, Math and STEM, and Reading and Writing. Tell us in the comments if you’ve tried any of these activities, or what you do with your class! Activities Give our Dr. Seuss Hop On Game a try- Can you bounce 100 times? Dress up like someone who is 100 years old. Bring 100 small items (in a ziplock bag) to show your class. Use 100 post-its, and let your students write down their favorite things about school so far this year. Talk about what life was like 100 years ago, on the day you're celebrating. See who can get the closest to jumping rope 100 times in a … [Read more...]
Apps & Sites to Help Teach Your Child Geography
Does your child struggle to know about geography? Do you blame them? It’s hard to pay attention to where other states and countries are when it’s presented in such a boring manner. One way around teaching your kid about geography are apps! Your kid probably loves technology, so utilize apps as much as possible! Here are a few apps to help teach your child geography. Apps & Sites to Help Teach Your Child Geography Related: Best Writing Workbooks for Homeschooling Google Earth Just imagine that your kid can explore any place on earth thanks to 21-century technology. Google Earth can be used on phones and computers, so your child can get a universal experience. Your child can view any location on earth thanks to Google Earth. We’re talking things like ancient ruins, … [Read more...]
How to Build a Budget You Can Stick to This Year
For most people, the New Year brings an opportunity to start fresh. It's prime time to make some changes in your life. One change you should make is finally building a budget you can stick to. Creating a budget you can use year and year again will help you meet your financial goals and keep your stress levels low. Building a budget can seem easier said than done. But if you struggle to stay on track each month, maybe a budget is worth investing your time and energy into. Whether you're a millionaire, or part of the other 93% of people, building a budget is crucial to financial success. And PS, it doesn't have to be hard. So let's talk through what you need to know to build an accurate, realistic, and successful budget. How to Build a Budget You Can Stick to This … [Read more...]
Chocolate Strawberry Love Birds for Valentine’s Day
How adorable are these Chocolate Strawberry Love Birds! They are perfect for a Valentine's Day Dessert or a special treat for the kiddos. Simple to make and they can be made in advance! Chocolate Strawberry Love Birds How long do chocolate-covered love birds stay fresh? First of all, these strawberries don’t last more than a few hours in our home. However, if you do make them and need to store them, they will stay fresh in the fridge for 3-5 days. If you’d like to keep the strawberries fresh, wash them in vinegar and water and then place them in an airtight container and place them in your fridge! Related: 28 Valentine’s Day Food Ideas You Will Love What do I do if the chocolate is hardened on the strawberry? If the chocolate hardens on the strawberry and you … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Accessories You MUST Have
Instant Pot meals have become a huge hit around my house. I like to believe it's because there is such a variety that you can make it pleases everyone. I have a big instant pot but find myself scrolling Amazon a lot checking out all the Instant Pot Accessories that are available. There are so many that I'd love to get my hands on. Instant Pot Accessories You MUST Have There are so many great recipes to make with your Instant Pot but you may need a few extra instant pot accessories to make some work. Most of these items below work with the Instant Pot 6qt or 8qt, but also will work with the Ninja Pressure cooker as well. To get you started, enjoy some of these dinner recipes we have made and love. Cookbooks 5 Ingredients Instant Pot Cookbook for Beginners: 1000 … [Read more...]
Cut Down Your Wedding Guest List With These Tips
Are you currently planning your wedding and getting excited over the idea of exchanging vows with your significant other in front of loved ones? While in the process of planning all the fine details, you may have realized the importance of cutting your wedding guest list down. Although you want to share the special day with the people you love, having too many guests at your wedding can quickly become overwhelming and cost a fortune. Learn how to cut your wedding guest list down with ease to save money and enjoy a more intimate experience. Ways to Cut Down Your Wedding Guest List The first thing you need to do is make sure you have a wedding registry to send with your invites. This is free and you can add to your list as you think of items you and your partner desire. Amazon has a … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Date Night Looks from Nordstrom
Do you have a date night planned for Valentine's Day, we have some of the best Valentine Date Night Looks from Nordstrom for you! Depending on your date night (or day) plans we have both him and her covered! Now I will say these are from Nordstrom and not the typical cheap frugal things you see me post. I want to tell you I post things for all budgets and even the most frugal people still like to splurge on some nice things. That is why I am doing this post. Plus many of us don't have to buy the whole outfit. You might have everything but the shirt for an outfit so your costs are significantly less. Valentine Date Night Looks from Nordstrom You know my husband and I really haven't done anything special for Valentine's Day. When we were dating we still had kids at home as we are … [Read more...]
Pineapple Lemonade Recipe
Enjoy the refreshing take of this homemade Pineapple Lemonade. It’s easy to prepare this sweet and tasty beverage using four simple ingredients that you might already have at home. Homemade Lemonade with Pineapple If you enjoy the fresh taste of tangy, sweet lemonade, and you’re also a fan of pineapple, you can expect to quickly fall in love with this delicious Pineapple Lemonade recipe. Why purchase the premade lemonade at the store when you can easily make some at home that will taste a lot better? Use this recipe to prepare an incredible beverage that tastes great with breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Related: Mango Lemonade Recipe Can I add other fruits to the Pineapple Lemonade? If you’d like to add other fruits, such as strawberries, you can do that. It’s fine to … [Read more...]