Earn, Save & Live Smart
The cooler weather has arrived, and I’ve been busy baking cookies for college care packages. It’s my “go-to” high school graduation gift…I give an i.o.u. in June and send the care packages each fall. If you need a cheap and cheerful gift for a college student…this is it, you’ll be the mom of the year! … Read more
Is there anybody out there that doesn’t want to cut their grocery bill in half? I didn’t think so. It really is possible, and it can be done without clipping coupons, but you’ll have to make some sacrifices. When we moved to South Florida last year, we were prepared for the high cost of … Read more
Buying a car can be overwhelming. You could get part of the way through the decision making process and stop dead in your tracks because there’s just too much information to juggle. Not only do you have to decide what type of car you want, but also how much you’re willing to pay for your … Read more
The technology world focuses on the latest, greatest, shiniest products on the market. What happens if all you want is something reasonably priced that can get the job done? One good thing about the constant improvements in the technology world is earlier generations of technology see plenty of price decreases as they lose their novelty. … Read more
10 slightly unconventional tips for saving money and living frugally. Some of them may be a tad silly, but I still hope you can put a few in practice. Happy saving! Warm up your house in the winter with your oven! After cooking, leave the oven doors open so the heat warms up the place … Read more
I named my blog The Budget Diet because saving money is so much like dieting! Diets require effort. Saving money requires effort. Diets are successful when you change your eating habits. Saving money becomes easier when you change you spending habits. When we go on a diet, we give up some of our favorite foods … Read more
According to California Closets, the average woman only wears 20% of the clothes in her closet on a regular basis. So start sorting out your clothes and clean out your closets, and then we can be fashionable and frugal! Empty Your Closet – I mean EVERYTHING! Decide What Stays – If you haven’t worn it … Read more
Begin your quest for frugal dinner recipes with a $14 bag of frozen breaded chicken tenders or chicken strips from Costco or Sam’s Club. They’re easy to cook, they won’t go bad and your family will enjoy these five delicious dinners! Of course, your wallet will enjoy the price! I call these frugal recipes, but … Read more
It’s back-to-school, back-to-sports and back-to-injuries! My daughter started cross-country last week, and on the third day she developed shin splints and needed ice them. Option #1: Ice cubes in a zip-top bag, wrapped in a towel – functional but melts fast! Option #2: Frozen peas – easy to shape. Option #3: Spend about $10 on … Read more
Meeska, Mooska, Mickey Mouse! There’s a party at your house! Plan a Mickey or Minnie Mouse Theme Party on a budget with this collection of clever party ideas. You’ll be inspired and impressed with ideas for invitations, decorations, games, activities, food and favors. Mickey Mouse Theme Party Ideas Invitations Mickey’s ears and his red shorts with yellow buttons … Read more