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7 Surefire Ways to Save Money Grocery Shopping
Save money on grocery shopping every time you shop. Let's get to be better shoppers so when inflation hits we're not going hungry. I've got seven surefire ways that will help you to know how to grocery shop and save money. It's not just coupon clipping anymore. You'll...
3 Simple Anger Management Tips
Anger management tips are not fun words, but words to take seriously. If someone tells you that you have anger issues, they are... unfortunately...probably on to something. So how do we control our tempers before they erupt? I have three simple ways to turn our lion...
3 Problem Solving Strategies People Often Forget
Problems are going to happen, be ready for the next one by learning these three problem solving strategies people often forget! In life, we are going to be dealt some hands we may not be able to control, but we can adjust how we react to it. Let me share a personal...
Learn How to Relax: 5 Essential Must-Have Tips
When it comes to learning how to relax, there are a few things one must do to achieve a peaceful, relaxed state. If there is one thing that can mess with our minds when we're trying to relax, it's guilt. To feel guilty because we are taking a break can ruin our...
How to Get Motivated: 4 Critical Tips to Start Anything
If you were to ask Mark Twain how to get motivated, he'd say this, “The secret to getting ahead is getting started.” Getting started is probably the most difficult task ever. We know what we want to do, we can see where we want to go, but we don’t necessarily know how...
How to help your digestive system: 10 triggers to watch for.
If there is one thing in how to help your digestive system it is to figure out what is causing the digestive issues. When it comes to gut cramping and rushing to the bathroom it’s usually a bad burrito and clears up in a few days on its own, but when the bowels howl...
Martin Luther King Jr. in Child’s Eyes
Every year we recognize Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday. Banks close. The Post Office closes. Public schools close. If you haven't heard of Martin Luther King Jr. or haven't understood his stand, he was the most visible spokesperson in the Civil Rights Movement from...
Brat n Bacon Stew Recipe
The combination of brats and bacon is amazing! Add them into a stew and you got yourself a hearty winter meal. This simple and tasty bacon stew is loaded with flavor. It might not be the leanest, but if you want to splurge on a cozy winter evening, this is a stew you...
10 Free Things to do on Thanksgiving Weekend
Thanksgiving activities can be more than shopping, tree trimming, football, and food! There are loads of Thanksgiving activities can we do...for FREE! Let's dive into 10 free activities you can do with your family. I personally love #6. Make this Thanksgiving memorial...
The BEST Gluten-Free Granola Bar Recipe EVER!
This is by far the BEST homemade gluten-free granola bar recipe EVER! These granola bars are actually healthy for you. There is no added sugar other than natural honey. They are also gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and nut-free! My gluten-free granola bar recipe...
Chronically sick? Choose the right water filter.
As a kid, I never thought about a water filter. Yet after being diagnosed with autoimmune diseases, I wouldn’t drink any water without one. How do I choose the right water filter? In this post, you’ll learn about drinking water and my journey of not submitting to...
The #1 Way to Simplify Your Life for Good!
If you want to simplify your life, there is only one thing you need to do. When people think of simplifying they generally think of decluttering, painting their interior walls white, and swapping out their tv for books. All those things are awesome but simplifying is...
Quick Healthy Meals On a Budget? 5 Criteria
How can we make a quick healthy meal on a budget? When it comes to meals I use five criteria to measure success: taste, health, speed, digestion, and budget. These days we need anything that helps! Dive into my secrets to help you get more flavor, more money, and...
Simple Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Leg Recipe
The bacon-wrapped chicken leg recipe is a tailgate show stopper. This recipe is also a hit at summer barbecues, picnics, and Super Bowl parties. With only two ingredients this dish is super easy to make and fun for the kids. Bacon + Chicken? Bacon marries well with...
The Ultimate Scavenger Hunt (kids 8-13+ yrs. old)
Scavenger hunt to the rescue! Do your kids have a lot of time on their hands? Are your tweens feeling dumpy and bored? I have a fun low-cost solution for you! My scavenger hunt takes at least three hours to complete. Can you hear the angels sing? This adventure keeps...
Easy Dairy-Free Nachos with Simple Ingredients!
Nachos no more? If you have to be dairy-free I bet you said goodbye to nachos. I sure did. I also said goodbye to cheese pizza and many other things, but nothing can replace a good plate of nachos. Thanks to some amazing people who feel for us dairy-free folk they...
How to Manage Money Better!
There are massive loads of information about how to manage money, how to budget, how to save money, and how to live a debt-free life. It can be overwhelming and paralyzing! I’ll reveal to you the #1 cause of our money management problems and give you a quick review of...
Amazing Avocado Pesto Sauce & Spread Recipe
Avocado got your taste buds? There are many things you can do with this amazing fruit. Due to my IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) I have had to simplify my diet. So, when I make a meal I keep things as simple as possible. With avocados, I usually just put a shake of...
The Best Game Day Sloppy Joe Sandwiches
Whip up the best game day sloppy joe recipe today! Whether it's basketball, football, baseball, or table tennis, this is by far my favorite sloppy joe recipe. Not only is it super easy, but it has simple ingredients. It's perfect after a long day at the field, and...
7 Firefly Facts Plus Firefly Fun Printable
God has some mysterious creations, the lightning bug or firefly is one of them! To this day I still get awestruck at this tiny bug that emits light in the darkness. The firefly is my favorite bug if anyone were to ask me, "What's your favorite bug?" With that said, I...
Salmon in a Skillet Recipe
Salmon is one of those fish that can be prepared in various ways. It’s so versatile and delicious, not to mention, good for you! I’ve eaten salmon baked, broiled, grilled, poached, and pan-fried. What's my favorite? For me, it depends on the time of year. And this...
The Truth About Blogging: Know before you go
Do you ever wonder why some people blog? Understand the truth about blogging before jumping into it. Blogging serves everyone differently. Some people write to write, others try to make money, and others simply do it because they enjoy it. These are all great reasons!...
3 Ways to Help My Child Lose Weight…with a Smile
The words ‘smile’ and ‘weight loss’ typically don’t go hand in hand when we are trying to lose weight. Let’s face it, diet, self-care, and wellness can be a challenge, no, it is a challenge. Then when you realize you need to help your child lose weight…oh brother....
Infertility Help: 8 Amazing Must-do Tips to Keep Moving Forward
Hugs to you. I've been there, which is why I feel the need to talk about this topic of infertility. Infertility is unexplainable. Please stop trying to figure it out or, worse, blaming yourself. In this post, you're going to get 5 tips on how to get through...
Spectacular Spicy Shrimp Recipe. It’s a keeper!
Spicy shrimp are two words that were made for each other. This is a dish that won't disappoint your spicy palate. I’m not going to bore you with a long story about this recipe, because there isn’t a story. My husband was experimenting in the kitchen and concocted this...
Cleaning the House: 5 Simple Factors to Understand
Cleaning the house has been one of the most toxic yet healthy tasks in life. Sure we could pay someone else to do it but stay humble friend. Living in a clean house is not just healthy for our bodies but for our psyche. Learn how to make cleaning less stressful by...
Easy Meal Planning Tips + My Awesome Secret Weapon
When it comes to meal planning, we could all use a few meal planning tips. Cooking and I have a love/hate relationship. There are days when it is soothing to my soul, and other days it’s like a ton of bricks on my shoulders. Let’s face it, just figuring out what to...
Simple Tasty GF DF Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
When it comes to favorite cookies, the chocolate chip cookie is the best. The gentle crisp on the outside and soft center is the perfect texture to satisfy anyone...in my opinion of course. Oh, and then you get a chunk of chocolate that is slightly hard but surrounded...
13 Amazing Family Games with Teens Worth Playing
The first family games date back to Egypt in 3100 BC. That's right, BC "Before Christ". It was the game of Senet that set the stage for board games. Today stores are filled with an overwhelming display of games. Let me save you some time and money, the best place to...
How to Stay Healthy: 15 Simple Ways
How to stay healthy is a skill. To keep our immune system functioning at top speed during ‘sick season’ there are a few things we can do to ward off illness and increase health. I’ve got 15 simple yet powerful ways you won’t want to miss in preventing sickness....