When starting a blog, the question I get most is 'How do I Make Money Blogging'? Well, I'm going to share with you the basics of where to get started. Plus a few secrets. So let's get started. If you still need to set up your blog, check out How to Start a Blog. Then come back here and get started. Few things to keep in mind. Now you need to have content on your blog, and some of these affiliates will require you to be 30 - 60 days old. Some won't, so you will have to apply in batches. Now you need to have content on your blog, and some of these affiliates will require you to be 30 - 60 days old. Some won't, so you will have to apply in batches. These first few get offers that change all the time. Offer cap out fast and sometimes in just a few hours so if you want to run … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Baked Beans Recipe
My family loves this slow cooker baked beans recipe. We were going through the big cans of baked beans 6 or more a week between side dishes and my husband favorite cowboy casserole. So I started to experiment on how to make my own and found a recipe I like. I like to make my own BBQ beans instead of buying them for $3 or so a large can. I can make four meals worth of BBQ Beans for my family of 6 for around $6 That's a 50% savings Plus I can sneak in veggies and things my kids don't usually eat! Slow Cooker Baked Beans Recipe This recipe is so easy to customize, add some brown sugar or hot sauce. Peppers would go great in this recipe it too. Ingredients 3 Lbs Dry Beans, type doesn't really matter but like Pinto and have used black beans. 1 Teaspoon Salt 1 Red Onion, I like to use … [Read more...]
Cheap Wedding Invitations – 14 Ways to Save Money on Wedding Invites
Are you looking cheap wedding invitations? Well of course you are, or you wouldn't be read this! There are so many ways to save, and not all of them are for everyone. here are 14 ways to save money take what works for you and leave what doesn't. Cheap Wedding Invitations - 14 Ways to Save Money on Wedding Invitations Skip the Upgrades - You don't need the envelope liner and fancy ink or even the intricate details. Pick the Right Paper - Skip the fancy papers and used partially recycled paper and save money! There are tons of color choices too. Order Extras - Spend a bit upfront to save money on the last minute ones that would cost more to order later. Skip the Map - Enclosing a map and even other directions can cost you money. Get a Free Wedding Website and put all your maps … [Read more...]
40 Things Your 1st Grader Needs to Know for 2nd Grade
Do you have a 1st grader looking to move up to 2nd grade? Wondering what he or she should know for this transition? Here is a comprehensive list of 40 skill your child should have and be able to do to move into 2nd grade. Are they missing a few? DON'T WORRY! Every school system is different, and summer vacation is the PERFECT time to work on them! 40 Things Your 1st Grader Needs to Know for 2nd Grade They should Work independently at their desk Sit in a chair for a longer time frame then Kindergarten Complete their homework and bring it back the following day Listen to extended sets of directions Read school work instructions from the board Understands some of the Solar System and how Earth and our life Relate to and repeat experiences in greater detail and in a … [Read more...]
Amazon Prime Perks – 30 Hacks to Save With Your Amazon Prime Membership
I love that there are so many ways to save with your Amazon Prime Membership. From the very simple to ones you probably don't know about. It seems I am always learning new ways to save. Here I have compiled my top 30 Amazon Prime Perks that I LOVE to save money on Amazon! Amazon Prime Perks - 30 Hacks to Save With Your Amazon Prime Membership Open-box discounts - Amazon gives you huge discounts on items that have been opened and returned. Electronics, jewelry, and more. They di inspect these items but you know know what you might, from perfectly still in the wrapper to items that have been used once. Amazon Outlet Deals - Each day Amazon offers deals from their outlet just like lightning deals. These are generally items that have been discontinued or that Amazon has decided to … [Read more...]
10 Best Cookbooks for Budget Meals
Saving money on your grocery bill is just half the battle. You can cut that down even more with budget meals. If you are like me you probably already have a good collection of cookbooks but adding some books with budget-friendly meals is a must! These 10 cookbooks I either have in my collection or on Kindle! 10 Best Cookbooks for Budget Meals Family Feasts for $75 a Week: A Penny-wise Mom Shares Her Recipe for Cutting Hundreds from Your Monthly Food Bill by Mary Ostyn - This was one of my first budget cookbooks. The first part of the book is her shopping strategies and how she feeds her family for $75 a week and the 2nd part is all her recipes. Some are now family favorites! The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook: 200 Recipes for Quick, Delicious, and Nourishing Meals That Are Easy on the … [Read more...]
Romance on a Budget: The Ecommerce Deals You Need
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or simply having a “just because” date, creating the perfect romantic atmosphere can get pricy. If you’re running around to find the perfect dress, gifts, and date ideas to spend a romantic evening with your sweetheart, you can still celebrate on a budget. I’ve scoured the Internet for some great deals and laid out the best for your budgetary perusal! Romance on a Budget: The Ecommerce Deals You Need Getting Ready for Your Date If you’re looking to wow your honey with a hot outfit, check out The Limited’s sale items. They’re offering $15 dollar every $50 spent, extra money off of sale items, and even some BOGO options. In true romantic fashion, many of the offerings are varying hues of pink and red, and of course you’ll find some … [Read more...]
Low Fat Greek Yogurt Broccoli Salad Recipe
We love the summer produce available and how it helps flesh out our menu in yummy and healthy ways. One of our all time favorite dishes is a Broccoli Salad. This is also one of my favorite recipes at the church potlucks I tend to bring it because it is easy and healthy, that way I know there is, at least, one healthy option for me. I've had the full-fat version with real mayonnaise multiple times and loved it but knew that wasn't truly healthy despite the vegetables in it, and when you are trying to lose four kids worth of baby weight every little bit helps! So I set out to create an alternative, and this is what I came up with. It's satisfying and healthy! My oldest daughter is a broccoli lover and will eat it no matter what, my test subjects were my other two older ones. They were … [Read more...]
A Spender and a Saver Fell in Love… Now What? How to Save Money
You might be a saver but your spouse is a spender, and you want to know how to save money. You love your spouse, and this alone isn't enough to make you walk away, but I'm sure you have already had quite a few arguments with you are reading this. So now what? A Spender and a Saver Fell in Love... Now What? How to Save Money Understand. First you need to understand each other, sit down and find out why your spouse spends money and explain why you are a saver. If you came from a family where you saved money and rarely spent it on anything other than necessities it's been engrained in you and you, need to tell your spouse that. What if your family never had any more and that savings is a safety net for you? Tell them. The fewer secrets between you, the stronger your marriage. Make sure … [Read more...]
Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles NMEDA
This post brought to you by National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association. The content and opinions expressed below are that of The Frugal Navy Wife. Do you some someone with disabilities and wheelchair bound in your family? Many with a disabled veteran in their family or other with a family member who had MS (like my grandfather did) know this is a daily struggle. My grandfather was able to walk short distances but anything more such a grocery shopping required a wheelchair. To carry his wheelchair around he had a lift installed on the back of his car that would tote his wheelchair. I know from a young age of 4 how to load his wheel chair and even had fun pushing the button to load it, since it was a power lift. I know how to help him cover it in case of rain and now to secure … [Read more...]
How to Homeschool When You are Sick
Nothing seems to sabotage a homeschool day worse than the flu, a migraine, or any other illness. If one of your little ones is sick of course it's not usually a question of whether to let them rest or push on through school work , but when mommy's down with a 24 hour flu bug or due to chronic illness she can’t or won’t always take off the time she needs. Here are some ways you can manage school on sick days. How to Homeschool When You are Sick Take a sick day - Give yourself and your children a little grace, take a free day, this is my favorite option. Let them have a movie day, color, eat healthy snacks they can prepare themselves, play in the yard, etc.. One or two days will not ruin your entire school year so this is a completely reasonable option. If you have already had to miss … [Read more...]
10 Energy Saving Ideas For DIY Lovers
What did you do this weekend? We commonly hear this question followed by tales of sporting events or family get-togethers. But DIY lovers can say, “I made this…” or “We installed this…” over the weekend. Taking pride in our work is great, but this weekend tackle a project that allows you to save energy and do a good deed for the environment. 10 Energy Saving Ideas For DIY Lovers Go “vampire” hunting. Yes, you read that correctly, but you can leave your wooden stakes and garlic in the gardening shed. “Vampires” are a lovely coined term to describe electronics that drain electricity while not in use. Take an afternoon to install power strips to make it easy to unplug electronics or create easy charging stations for devices so chargers are not always siphoning electricity. Get a … [Read more...]