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When the School Days are Done.. Kids, They Want to Have Fun..

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Dying to have fun this summer, but strapped for cash? Here are some ideas for help you have some inexpensive fun all summer long. Read Something. Story Time isn’t just for toddlers, some libraries and book stores have programs for kids of all ages – and even adults. Many libraries have Summer Reading Programs for the younger kids and will offer incentives, like Chuck E Cheese, for reading a certain number of books. Some libraries also have knitting, computer, and {Read More}

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Spicy Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad

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It’s SUMMER time and aren’t we all looking for unique dishes for pool parties, picnic and get togethers?? Well, this is a GREAT unique spin on an old favorite of potato salad. Spicy Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad I came up with it because I was recently making a super yummy Spicy Chipotle mayo/dip and thought it might make a great new mix in for potato salad.   I have found that the flavors of Chipotle and sweet potato are a great {Read More}

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Make Money by Keeping an Organizing Home

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When you plan on organizing your home, you’re likely thinking about how much better your home will look. However, did you know that you can actually save money by keeping your home organized? People spend, on average, 10 minutes per day looking for lost items. Those 10 minutes can mean missed appointments, annoyed friends, or forgotten obligations. Learn about how your organized home can make you money, and then get to organizing. Find Lost Things Think about how many lost {Read More}

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Homemade Window Cleaner

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Ever been out of cleaning supplies just when you need them?  Or maybe you simple want to cut down on chemicals in your home. How about trying out some Homemade Window Cleaner?  I really like my homemade cleaners.. I think they work great.  Try one of these recipes out and then leave a comment. 1. Vinegar Vinegar is germ killer and grease cutter.  But make sure to use white vinegar It’s cheapest, anyway).  With it you can get streak-free windows {Read More}

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Making Family Outings Frugal and Fun

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The time we spend with our families is priceless. But many popular family activities are quite expensive. Even a simple night at the movies can put a serious dent in the budget by the time you buy tickets, popcorn and drinks for everyone. But there are cheaper alternatives to expensive family outings. They provide the chance to have just as much fun at a fraction of the cost, some are even free. Movies and Music Kids are often jumping to {Read More}

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15 Easy Tips to Extend the Life of Your Produce

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As we are approaching spring and more fruits and veggies are going to be in season I thought I would talk about making them last longer in your fridge. I hate it when I get all excited about buying a bunch of fresh produce (or growing it) and then I forget about them for a few days- and they ends up being less that appetizing. So let’s talk about keeping our produce in tip top shape for longer!! 1. For {Read More}

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