In my city there is a multitude of free or almost free places to go. Our zoo is only $1 entry on Wednesdays in July and August. We are there early to beat the heat, and leave at noon when the day starts to heat up. At that price we can go several times. It… Continue reading Frugal Field Trip
Month: June 2016
Just Walk Away
“As the Philistine moved closer to attack him, David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet him. Reaching into his bag and taking out a stone, he slung it and struck the Philistine on the forehead. The stone sank into his forehead, and he fell face down on the ground.” 1 Samuel 17:48-49 “So David… Continue reading Just Walk Away
Summer Meals on a Budget
Summer Meals on a Budget Fish Boats For each serving: 1 fish filet (like tilapia) 2 to 3 Tablespoons olive oil or butter 2 to 3 Tablespoons lemon juice Salt Pepper Slice of onion 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning In a square of aluminum foil, place the fish and onion on top, then drizzle olive oil… Continue reading Summer Meals on a Budget
Is your church a social club?
Is your church a social club? Do you look forward to going so you can wear that new outfit? See your friends? To feel like you belong? Do you volunteer so people will think better of you? Do you think that you are closer to God because you are at church more than your neighbor? … Continue reading Is your church a social club?
SEWING WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLER
SEWING WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLER You will need: 6 inch square or circle of burlap Yarn Plastic needles Help little hands thread the yarn through the eye of the needle and show them how to “sew” in and out of the burlap fabric. This builds fine motor skills. Some younger ones may not quiet be ready for this, but… Continue reading SEWING WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLER
Frugal with Plastic Bags
Plastic bags—we get them when we check out, our bread is in them, and many other items we purchase often. Do you throw them away? I use the carry out type bags to line my small waste baskets. When I had babies, I used them to put diapers in and tied them up to throw… Continue reading Frugal with Plastic Bags
I Hate Injustice!
I hate injustice! Do you feel you or someone you love has been treated unfairly? You just want to DO SOMETHING about it. First seek God, do not do anything while you are angry. While you are taking a moment to recover, God has got your back. “As for me, I would seek God, and… Continue reading I Hate Injustice!
Preschool and Playdough Recipe
I have been making playdough for more than thirty years, and I am always surprised when I find young adults with children that have no clue that you can make your own playdough. The little ones can help, and this is one of the most fun things in my little book Formulas for Fun. The kids… Continue reading Preschool and Playdough Recipe
Debt Free!
Common Sense Living (Thrifty, Frugal, and Wise) Being debt free is a goal that seemed unattainable. The state’s economy was is very bad shape, and that meant our business was in worse shape. We struggled through one our state’s worst decades in its history, and finally we lost. We lost our business, our cars, our… Continue reading Debt Free!
HOMESCHOOL
Home Education Is it legal? After investigating I learned, yes, it is legal in my state. Will I be able to do this? I just wasn’t sure, so I told myself, “I will try it for the month of July and if I can’t, I will send them back to public school in August.” Will… Continue reading HOMESCHOOL