The York Peppermint Patty candy is one of the most distinctive candy flavors, defined mostly by the fresh peppermint flavor covered in dark chocolate. This is one of my favorite flavors, not just around the holidays but all year long so you will randomly find this York Peppermint Patty Creamer in my fridge in December, May, July, and even October! Yeah, I'm weird like that. York Peppermint Patty Creamer If you couldn't tell that I love peppermint patties then you haven't seen my Peppermint Patty Cookie Recipe I also am in love with this Copycat Starbucks Peppermint White Hot Chocolate Recipe. Oh. My. Yum. This recipe uses peppermint extract and dark chocolate syrup to mimic the flavor. If you can’t find dark chocolate syrup near you (I … [Read more...]
10 Cheap Recipes You Can Make Out of Leftover Produce
I always have so much leftover produce at the end of the week. Mostly because we do not have a lot of places to store it at the end of the week. I am always challenged to create meals out of our leftover produce. I love keeping a running list of cheap recipes that can be made. 10 Cheap Recipes You Can Make Out of Leftover Produce Vegetable Soup – You know that you love vegetable soup and so do we around here. There are no specific requirements when it comes to what veggies to put in veggie soup. Put whatever you have and run with it. Veggie Pizza – Pizza is a favorite around here. Veggie pizza is super easy to make and you get to use up that leftover produce. We love using this pizza cast iron pan! Homemade Pot Pie – Things like corn, peas, green beans, and so on can be made … [Read more...]
How We Are Saving Money on Mothers Day Presents
With Mother's day coming up I bet your hubby is sweating bullets trying to figure out how to stay within budget but wondering about Mothers Day Presents. Here are some great tips you can share or go ahead and just pass him the computer now and tell him to read! I promise this year will rock! How We Are Saving Money on Mothers Day Presents Mother's Day Presents from the Husband Spa Day - What girl wouldn't love a spa day? She will enjoy a massage, pedicure, manicure, and facial. At a spa, this package could cost you $300 or more. OUCH! So DIY it!! Send the kids upstairs for a nap or out with friends (or get them to help!) and pamper your wife! Give her a back massage, soak her feet in water then rub her feet and legs, lotion them up and paint her nails! Do the same … [Read more...]
Easy Blueberry Lemon Bread Recipe
I have always had a weakness for blueberry bread of just about any kind. As I perfected my baking skills this blueberry lemon bread has become one of my go-to recipes when we get a batch of blueberries in! When I was just a teenager living on my own for the first time and well counting every penny I would buy the cheap boxes of Jiffy Blueberry muffin mix. The boxes you can score for 40¢ each or less and make them as bread for breakfast and it would fill me up for most the day. Was it the healthiest thing to do? No. But it sure did stretch my budget! Now that I'm a bit older and much wiser I have come up with one of my favorite recipes to make and my kids love it as much as I do. In the recipe, you need lemon zest. I want to share a new tool I am in love with. This lemon zester … [Read more...]
How to Manage Your Money in a Simpler Way
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Green Dot. All opinions are 100% mine. Have your kids ever looked at you and wanted you to buy them something? With five kids, it’s important that I teach my kids how to manage their money. However, before I can teach them, it’s important that I have every aspect of our finances figured out. If you’re looking for a way to manage your money in a simpler way, these tips are for you! The other day, we were shopping, and my daughter wanted me to buy her something. I had to explain to her that we were grocery shopping and not toy shopping. I cannot say that went over well, but she’s learning. Here are some things we’re learning as a family. Budgeting is super important I don’t my kids to ever think that you can just go to the store … [Read more...]
Florida Farmhouse – The Home Buying Process
Welp, we did it we are knee deep in the home buying process. Ok by the time you read this we are probably neck deep or JUST closed. Let me explain. We put in an offer, after a little back and forth we are now under contract. YAY! Yay? I'm not sure how I feel about all this and you will see why. Keep reading ;) Florida Farmhouse - The Home Buying Process So we found a house we really liked. It was the 3rd house we looked at. But we hesitated. It was near the Interstate. Really Near. Like we could hear it from the backyard near. See lights from cars at night near. But we loved the house. LOVED the house. We toyed over it then finally go to put in an offer only to find out they accepted an offer, 12 hours earlier. 12 hours. Damn. So another day of house hunting. We lined up 4 … [Read more...]
Rich Chocolate Roses Recipe Perfect for Mother’s Day
Flowers and chocolates are traditionally given on Mother’s Day. This year, with a little effort, you can combine the two and make Rich Chocolate Roses instead. Your thoughtfulness will certainly be appreciated! The chocolate dough is simple to make and a joy to work with, similar to soft clay. The chocolate roses are quickly formed, petal by petal, and baked directly on a cookie sheet. Rich Chocolate Roses Recipe The recipe makes 4 dozen chocolate roses, but if you don’t need that many, the dough can easily be rolled into balls, flattened with a cookie stamp or fork, and baked. For an even more decadent chocolate treat, the cookie bottoms can be dipped in melted chocolate and placed on waxed paper until firm. Related: How to Have the Perfect Mom’s Night In Ingredients 1 cup … [Read more...]
30 Days of Easy DIY Crafts
If you are on the hunt for some easy DIY crafts to decorate your home and save some money these are my top 30. One a day for 30 days. Ready? Here we go- 30 Days of Easy DIY Crafts Faux Metal Wall Art - Once done you would never be able to tell these were made from cardboard!! I'm so trying this! DIY Shell Welcome Sign - Growing up in FL I gravitate toward at least one beachy themed room in our house and I LOVE this idea! Burlap Covered Diaper Boxes - With so many diaper boxes I wanted to find a new way to use them. I started making these burlap boxes and have found easy ways to make different sizes too! DIY T-Shirt Shag Rug - Don't toss those old T-Shirts! One of the Frugal Living Tips from the Great Depression is to find new ways to use stuff that has worn out. Does the … [Read more...]
New Parent Tips: Why You Need to Get Life Insurance NOW!
Have you ever wondered if you should get life insurance? As a new parent, it isn’t a matter of if you need it, but when you need it. When you welcome that new life into your life, it’s time to consider getting life insurance ASAP! Waiting isn’t even an option. #1. Your child is depending on you financially - It’s so hard to even think about life insurance when you are trying to enjoy that little one. However, the reality is that your child is depending on you financially. If something were to happen, you need to know your child is taken of financially. There are lots of things that babies and kids need coverage for. Shelter, food, extracurricular activities, medical bills, and so much more! #2. Peace of mind - One thing that is always on a new parent’s mind is “what if.” It’s so … [Read more...]
Strawberry Banana & Grape Popsicles
It's hot outside, and that means it's time for some delicious popsicles! These Strawberry Banana Grape Popsicles are the perfect treat on a summer day. They're easy to make, and they taste great. Plus, they're healthy too! So why not give them a try? You won't be disappointed plus give our other dessert-type recipes a try. Do I have to use a mold for popsicles? No, molds make them easier to handle for small hands but you also have the option of getting the plastic tubes and freezing those. What you need to make Strawberry, Banana, & Grape Popsicles 2 (6 oz) Strawberry Banana Yogurt 1 Cup Grape Juice 4 - 6 Strawberries Chopped (Fresh or Frozen, how many depends on the sizes of the berries) Directions to make Strawberry Banana Grape Popsicles: Add yogurt and … [Read more...]
How do Youtubers Make Money
Have you ever wondered how do YouTubers make money? Everyone is looking to make money online and start a side hustle. If you have any video skills and wondering how to make money on YouTube. YouTube is also a great way to add income to your blog! YouTube is one of the many great ways to earn extra money we talk here on The Frugal Navy Wife. Some people even turn these ways into a fulltime income! Take the YouTube Creators Academy Course YouTube has a free Make Money on YouTube course! It explains the different ways to earn money on the site, the do's and don'ts and what you need to know. Start there and then keep reading! How do Youtubers Make Money Sell a Product So, I wrote a post on how to sell items without having to put the money into buying stock and all up … [Read more...]
We Are Buying A Home + Tips for Buying Your First Home
The American dream. Buying your first home, or is it achieving the perfect apple pie recipe? Well after 5 moves with the military we are finally looking to buy our first house! We are buying our FIRST home! It's super scary I won't lie but I will admit we aren't your typical home buyer. See, our families live in an area of Florida known for seasonal vacation rentals. Because of this, the rental market is one of the highest in the country. So, while Florida is not where we plan to put down to many roots, and while we never planned to be back in the state any longer than to visit we would be crazy not to take advantage of this. I want to share our process with you in hopes of helping you along your journey. Buying Your First Home - Our Story What is our plan? We … [Read more...]