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How to Make Your House Feel Clean Even When You Don’t Have Much Time

August 29, 2019 by jlpenner 61 Comments

How to Make Your House Feel Clean As any Lazy Girl knows, housework is the pits. Now, I know there are those of you out there that LOVE to clean. But I am a Lazy Girl.. so that is not me. Yet even Lazy Girls can’t have a gross home. If I was not a Frugal Girl, too, I would have a housecleaner.  I had a house cleaner come out one time because I got a Groupon.  It was AMAZING.  {Read More}

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How I Save 50-70% on Lean Ground Beef

May 31, 2018 by jlpenner 48 Comments

How I Save 50-70% on Lean Ground Beef

Lean ground beef is so expensive these days. Even on sale I find it difficult to get 93% lean for less than $3.99 a lb and normally it is $4.99 a pound or more. My I often see much fattier beef for considerably less. In fact, my local ethnic markets has in on sale once a month or so for as low at $1.09 a lb. But the problem is that this is so fatty. Sure you can drain it, {Read More}

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Homemade Window Cleaner

May 11, 2017 by jlpenner 2 Comments

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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Stocking Your Holiday Pantry Like a Pro!

October 17, 2016 by jlpenner 3 Comments

It’s getting that time again! The holidays are on their way. Anymore I keep things pretty simple, but there was a time when I would already be mapping out Thanksgiving dinner 2 months early. The holidays often bring late nights, visitors, and family time spent around the fireplace. Keeping a well-stocked holiday pantry can keep you safe and comfortable indoors while the temperatures drop outdoors. Keep these items on hand to make the holidays go smoothly. Baking Goods Who doesn’t {Read More}

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How to Roast a Pumpkin

September 28, 2015 by jlpenner 2 Comments

This is a guest post from Sara at at Your Thriving Family. This is something to do on a day you are home for a good portion of the day. Doesn’t have to be closely watched, but will take some attending to here and there. Roasting a whole pumpkin was a little more complicated than the times I have roasted an acorn squash for yummy muffins. But, it started out the same way. Preheat the oven to 400* Cut in {Read More}

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32 Frugal School Lunch Ideas

August 7, 2015 by jlpenner 1 Comment

School lunch prices are on the rise, and to be honest, the food quality isn’t. I think that, no matter your budget, your child should get to pack his or her lunch if that’s what is best for your family. These frugal lunch ideas are sure to get the ball rolling so you can create your own lunch idea list. Whether there are no dietary restrictions, you’re vegetarians, or you need gluten-free ideas, I’ve compiled a list for everyone! Feel {Read More}

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