From the monthly archives:

April 2009

FTF: Real Life

April 30, 2009

My real life sure has been getting in the way of my online time lately. Did I just say that?! While sitting at the computer… Do you ever find yourself annoyed by the people and things that need your time and attention throughout the day? Have you ever spouted “Just a minute!” one too many [...]

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Homemade Laundry Detergent

April 30, 2009

Many months ago, during some afternoon blog-hopping, I happened upon a recipe for homemade laundry detergent. Now, I’m all about homemade food, but laundry detergent? That was a new one to this frugal-minded mama. Feeling adventurous, and inspired by the pennies-per-load cost, I added the few ingredients to my grocery list. You know if you [...]

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Teacher Appreciation Week

April 28, 2009

May 3-9 marks National Teacher Appreciation Week, with May 5 slated for Teacher Appreciation Day. I’ve been there/done that, this whole teaching thing, and I know that any form of positive acknowledgment for the job that teachers do is the right form. While their career should always be esteemed, the current budget cuts to schools [...]

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Bacon and Spinach Alfredo

April 27, 2009

This tasty recipe is courtesy of use what you have night. Making use of odds and ends in the fridge and pantry is a fun way to practice frugality in the kitchen… especially when the results turn out great! Bacon and Spinach Alfredo 5 strips bacon, diced 3 cups fresh spinach 2 cups alfredo sauce [...]

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FTF: Mama’s Kitchen

April 23, 2009

Distracted and rushed last night at suppertime (as seems to be our new it’s-too-nice-outside-to-go-in-and-get-supper/baths/bed usual), I only halfheartedly acknowledged my daughter’s proclamation. Her: I know where’s the best place to eat. Me: Really? Where? {as I walk away to grab some more of something that someone desperately needs in order to survive mealtime} Her: {dramatic [...]

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Town Hall for Hope

April 23, 2009

I refuse to take part in the recession. Tonight, across the nation, Dave Ramsey hosted Town Hall for Hope. Millions tuned in via satellite venues or internet feeds to hear a positive message about this economy. Forget gloom and doom, friends. This can be fixed! Want to know the truth? I’ve only known about Dave [...]

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Easy, Creamy Alfredo Sauce

April 23, 2009

We’re generally a meat and potatoes family, but sometimes eating sans meat brings benefits to our table and our budget. Here’s a new favorite. Easy, Creamy Alfredo Sauce 1/2 c. butter (1 stick) 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 cups Half and Half 6 oz. grated Parmesan cheese (real [...]

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Weekly Dillons Bargain Meal, 4/22

April 22, 2009

Some of my favorite Dillons ad finds this week: milk, $2.50/gallon orange juice, $2.50/gallon fresh strawberries, $4.99/4 lbs. potatoes, $2.99/10 lbs. cheese, $1.29/8 oz. (stock up!) Head over to The Grocery Weekly for more bargains and coupon matches. There are some FREE items to be had! And what on earth would you do with four [...]

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Links to Learn From

April 21, 2009

What’s working for me this week? The gorgeous Kansas weather! We spent this 75° afternoon and evening at a high school track meet, cheering on our favorite athletes. Reading inspiring thoughts and new-to-me ideas from some of my favorite bloggers also works for me. Check out these great posts! JessieLeigh’s thoughts on baby gender had [...]

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Prom Week 2009

April 20, 2009

Perhaps it’s not enough that he coaches football, basketball and track (ahem); Lance is also co-sponsor for the junior class. In Tiny Town, that equals a big prom week for the two of us. Just because I’m a curious sort of gal, how many of you decorated your own prom space… tables included? Yes, we [...]

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