Many of you know that my family travels full time in an RV. It’s fabulous, but you may be wondering how my kids get in their playtime and stay active? I wanted to share some ways in which you can encourage playtime in your kids, whether you’re on the road or not. Play in a Random Park You better believe that when my kids and I get a chance, we head to a random park to play. Since we are limited on what we can bring with us on the road, parks are always welcome during our trips. One of the best parts of traveling year round is that we get all sorts of weather to enjoy the park in. Do Family Exercises My kids love being active, and family exercises are one way to get that play time in. Just letting the kids run around and chase each other is something they enjoy doing. Also, … [Read more...]
How to Have Fun at Chuck E. Cheese’s
Chuck E. Cheese's is the best place to be whether you are a kid or a parent. I can't even count the amount of hours we have spent in Chuck E. Cheese's having fun! Here is how you can have fun in Chuck E. Cheese's as well! #1. Put away the distractions. Yes, if you want to have fun at Chuck E. Cheese's, then you need to put away the distractions. The cell phone needs put away. Your focus needs to be on playing games, eating pizza, and having fun with the family. Your kids are also going to appreciate the fact that you are fully present! It's so easy to get caught up with work and life that we forget to take a deep breath and enjoy our kids. #2. Bring out the inner kid in you. Remember that Chuck E. Cheese's is where a kid can be a kid. You can't act like a mature adult when … [Read more...]
Easy Meatloaf Recipe – My Favorite Recipe for Meatloaf
Getting my family around the dinner table at night is a priority for me. I think that many kids need that time to wind down and feel that the focus is on them and talking about everyone's day. I love having my kids eat home cooked meals. If I can talk about how I remember eating something as a kid my kids are far more likely to give it a try. Growing up I remember my mom's go-to meal was this easy meatloaf recipe, Since my childhood, I have changed the recipe a bit, concocted my own topping for it, and it is now my favorite recipe for meatloaf and still takes me back to my childhood! Easy Meatloaf Recipe - My Favorite Recipe for Meatloaf This Meatloaf is easy to make and cooks quite quickly. I like even making this the morning of before my day gets really crazy and keeping it in the … [Read more...]
Get a $4 bonus when you join Swagbucks this month!
You've probably seen me write about Swagbucks a lot on here. It's a site where you earn points (called SB) for things you're probably doing online already, like searching, watching videos, discovering deals, and taking surveys. Then you take those points (1 SB is worth a penny) and exchange them for gift cards to places like Amazon, Starbucks, Walmart, Target, or PayPal cash. Unlike a lot of other rewards site, you can cash out at any time, and they have gift cards for as little as 300 SB (The $3 Amazon gift card - every little bit helps)!This month, you can get a 400 SB bonus through my site. How? It's really easy: 1. Sign up through this link (It's free!) 2. Earn 300 SB before November 1st - that'll get you a 300 SB bonus applied at the beginning of November. 3. Complete … [Read more...]
How Military Families Save Money on Vacation
As a military family, we love to save money on vacation. We are no different than any other family out there trying to save money. I came to realize a long time ago that we are on a fixed income, but I still want to be able to give my family those awesome experiences. A few weeks ago I came across Armed Forces Vacation Club and loved how they are helping military families save money on vacation. So I thought I would share a few tips for how military families can save money on vacation. Plan ahead I think one of the best things you can do, as a military family, is to plan ahead. Sure, sometimes you have no choice, but planning ahead can help you save a ton of money on vacations. Taking our time and researching has proven time and time again that this is a great way to save money. … [Read more...]
DIY Murcury Pumpkin Decor with Looking Glass Spray Paint
I am always looking for fun and easy ways to decorate for the holidays. I love when these ways to decorate are low cost. I love when I can incorporate dollar store finds and unique decor. This mercury pumpkin decor is a great way to carry your fall decor into Halloween and even over to Thanksgiving. Plus I am super excited I finally get to use my looking glass spray paint! DIY Mercury Pumpkin Decor with Looking Glass Spray Paint I have noticed that the pumpkins from the dollar stores come with a varied surface texture. If you feel them at the store, you will notice a slight difference. This is probably caused in the effort to make them more cost effective. This surface difference can change the way the paint looks on your pumpkin. This difference is not a bad thing, I like the … [Read more...]
How I Learned Perseverance as a Military Wife & Mother
This post brought to you by Jockey. The content and opinions expressed below are that of The Frugal Navy Wife. I love Jockey’s mission to help people understand there is value to each and every person on this earth, beyond what’s on the surface. Growing up, you never know where life will take you. As you grow older, you start to learn more and understand how the world works. As you learn, certain values become more and more important, and these values shape who you are as a person. Marrying someone in the military has taught me more than I could ever imagine. Through our time in the military, I have learned quite a bit. Like how to move your house every 2-3 years and still stay organized! So when Jockey asked me to #ShowEm what’s underneath with my meme [create your own using the … [Read more...]
Homeschooling on a Budget – How to Homeschool for Less Than $100 a Year
Homeschooling. It is one of those decisions that will change your life (for the better). I have read time and time again that people are afraid to homeschool due to the cost. Many of us are homeschooling on a budget. Assuming you have the basics, like a printer and basic school supplies, it is possible to homeschool for less than $100 a year. I have even seen people homeschool their kids for free (not including printer paper and ink.) I bet at this point you are wondering how to homeschool for less than $100 a year, let me show you! Homeschooling on a Budget - How to Homeschool for Less Than $100 a Year Using Paper and Ink when Homeschooling on a Budget I find the biggest things we need is printer paper and printer ink. Since we use this is our business, it is a business expense … [Read more...]
Importance of Probiotics in Children + Free Sample
Probiotics in children is not a new thing, it’s something that more people are becoming aware of. A few years ago, I became aware of the need of probiotics after having four children. I did a lot of research and I realized how important the use of probiotics in children really is! Here are some reasons we are using them. Probiotics are the good guys Keep in mind that your body is full of yucky bacteria. You can think of probiotics as being the good guys. They come in and deliver the good bacteria and yeast that is good for your health. Bottom line is that probiotics help to keep your gut healthy! Probiotics are necessary There are things that your children do on a daily basis that makes them lose their good bacteria. Maybe your child was on antibiotics or has a bowl … [Read more...]
How to Crush the RVing Life
Most of you know that my little family lives full time in an RV. It’s all sorts of awesome and it allows my husband and I the opportunity to “crush” certain things in life. Here is how our family is crushing it! Family time together Since my family is out and about together almost every day, it’s truly amazing how we crush family time. Crushing family time means we explore together, learn together, and grow together. Family time is everything and I get to experience this firsthand every single day. When plans change You have no idea how often plans change when you’re living the RV life. Seriously, we could be headed a direction and have to turn the opposite way. I know my family is crushing it whenever our plans change and everyone can stay happy about it. Going on the … [Read more...]
Cheap Wedding Ideas – 11 Ways to Save Money on a Wedding Photographer
A picture can say a thousand words. For most couples, getting a wedding photographer is one of the most important aspects of the wedding process. You want someone that is going to capture the memory you will have for a lifetime. Though this can be a costly endeavor, and when you are on the hunt for cheap wedding ideas for a wedding photographer there aren't a whole lot of tips out there! Check my 11 best tips to save on the wedding pictures! Cheap Wedding Ideas - 11 Ways to Save Money on a Wedding Photographer First, let me tell you not every time will work for everyone. That's ok! take what works for you and your weddings, your budget, your family and leave the rest. I hope you find at least one tip to help out. If you are on a super tight budget, I recommend the book How … [Read more...]
Revamp Your Morning Beauty Routine with These Easy Steps
It’s easy to get stuck in a routine and for many of us our morning routine means rushing around, applying whatever makeup we can get our hands on, and running a brush through our hair before hopping on the road to get the kids to school or make it to the office on time. If you find yourself skipping your normal makeup and hair routine just to grab some more sleep, or having to get up early to make sure you look your best for the day, simplify and revamp your morning beauty routine with these easy steps. Reinvigorate Your Skin Care If you spend many minutes applying lots of product to hide acne, scars, or covering up dryness (only for your makeup to flake later on), it’s time to reconsider your skin care regimen. Depending on your skin type, you may need to reexamine your … [Read more...]