Creative Summer Childcare
Are you scrambling to get all your work done with kids at home for the summer? Maybe you work part time or work from home and never got around to arranging formal childcare. Or maybe you need time for kid-free errands and housework. There are still options to get your kids busy for hours each week, without breaking the bank. All you need is a community of friends and neighbors and the guts to ask for help! Read more »
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When the Calendar No Longer Applies
When tragedy strikes, the calendar no longer applies. In an instant, a previously planned family trip to the mountains is replaced with an unexpected journey to Tahiti. Read more »
Are your kids looking for a way to earn money this summer but bored with baby-sitting and lemonade stands? There's no reason they have to be limited to the traditional "kid jobs" when there are options out there to fit almost every interest. It's more... Read More »
Step 1: Choose longer grasses. Planting grasses that are relatively tall will reduce the need for watering. Step 2: Pick native grasses. Your lawn will require maintenance less often if you choose native grasses or those well adapted to your area.... Read More »
Step 1: Remove the coffee pot and fill it with white vinegar. Allow the pot to soak for about 30 minutes. Pour out the vinegar after soaking. Step 2: Remove the reusable filter basket (if your machine uses one) and wash it in soapy water. Rinse it thoroughly.... Read More »
We've written about saving money on your family trip and how you can have a cheaper vacation by planning ahead but I just ran across a few more travel tips for your money that we hadn't covered yet. Know when to use travel agents: A good travel agent can be a... Read More »
A common piece of money saving advice is to cut back on eating out. My wife and I eat in much more than out but like to hit the restaurants on Friday or Saturday nights. Below are 10 ways that we keep our food bill to a reasonable size. We have a few favorite... Read More »
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