Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

Local fairs & festivals – Look for local fairs and festivals for low-cost games, food, and activities. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag – This is a fun frugal summer activity for the kids.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Home and Garden 130

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 9, 2017

This post is sponsored by GIANT Food Stores. Recently, I had my question answered when GIANT Food Stores invited me and my daughters to meet with the in-store nutritionist, Madelyn, at their Camp Hill, PA store. She also asked them what their favorite foods are and what kinds of things they would like to see in their lunch.

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Lunch Lunches Kids and Family Daughter 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. If you find yourself throwing out a lot of food, you can remedy the problem by shopping with a list. Preserve Some of Your Food. Another way to prevent waste is to preserve some of your food. Nor is it healthy. Go Green'

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 4, 2014

The advantages of homemade baby food are numerous, nearly endless. Making homemade baby food is beyond easy, it really doesn’t take much time and baby will choose it over that jar of flavorless mush any day, and that doesn’t even begin to hit on the nutritional benefits of home preparation.

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Homemade Baby Food Parenting 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 4, 2011

You’ve all seen the food guide right? Our society today is constantly bombarded with fast food and junk food. You can also add it to homemade oatmeal in the morning. Instead, make your family a homemade blend. Make some homemade broth and then add in some carrots, lentils, peas, etc. Soup it up.

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Home and Garden Homemade Kids and Family Desserts 162

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 1, 2011

Household changes we’ve made : Switched from chemical cleaners to homemade phosphate and eco friendly ones. Buy as many organic and local foods as we can. Switched from chemical personal care products to homemade chemical free ones. Grow our own garden of veggies. Compost kitchen scraps. I walk to and from work.

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Money Green Compost Composting 124

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

Their curiosity fuels them to explore and grow every day. Glowing Fireworks Experiment via Growing a Jeweled Rose. Homemade Butter Science Experiment via 123 Homeschool 4 Me. There’s so much science behind food, but kids often don’t learn much about it in school. It’s that easy!

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Kids Parenting Growing Fuel 82

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

What We Ate this Week: I make an effort each week to serve my family delicious food but still stick to the budget. homemade refried beans. homemade sugar-free applesauce – It’s that time of year and I made a huge batch about 3 weeks ago. Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week.

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Frugal Freezers Friends And Family Sale Financial Goals 100

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 11, 2019

The months are growing colder, and with that, outdoor play is soon going to be limited (or even non-existent). Grab a blanket, some food, and good company and you’re sure to have great fun. The best part is, it can be super affordable since the food can be homemade! Have a Picnic. Go to a Drive in Movie.

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Outdoors Activism Golf Baseball 45

Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Have each child share what he or she would like to be when they grow up. Serve food at a local soup kitchen or help at a community garden, or donate clothing, food, or toys. If you would travel anywhere in the world, where would it be? Ask each family member to name one thing that they are curious about.

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Parenting Holiday Kids and Family Motivation 100

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Holidays are the perfect excuse to make your family’s food extra fun. Easy Heart Shape Pizza via Growing Up Gabel. Love Bread Sticks and Homemade Marinara Sauce via Cook & Craft Me Crazy. What are your favorite foods to serve your family on Valentine’s Day? And guess what?

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Recipes Kids Kids and Family Main Dishes 71

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

Although I have never turned down any stuffing especially if it's covered with homemade Turkey gravy. Do not try to save time and stuff the bird the night before roasting it as that allows dangerous bacteria to grow. For more guidelines, check out the Butterball website or the Food Network.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes Food Network 113

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

NOVEMBER 13, 2016

Because nothing says fall like warm comfort food. Growing up in Apple Country, NY, I love cider just as much (okay maybe more) than the next gal, so I’m always looking for the best hot apple cider recipe around! Mix it up with personal touches, like your favorite spices, pumpkin filling from scratch, or a homemade crust!

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Recipes Thanksgiving Homemade Growing 73

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

In my children’s first few years of life, food was the biggest expense. Babies grow so quickly that their babies only wore some outfits for a time or two before they outgrew them, so the clothes looked like new. We Love to Spend Money on Our Children. Yet, I know I am in the minority. Others Support the Decision.

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

I cut down a small cedar tree (which grow like weeds on our 6 acres) each year, put it in a tree stand on the porch and put white twinkle lights on it. We live on the edge of the prairie and prairie grasses grow well here. Heaven knows, not many of us lack for food or sustenance! Save On Gifts And Wrapping.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

This compound can be found in many plants , some of which can be commonly found growing nearby. It is easy to find yarrow seeds for sale online to grow yourself, and once sown yarrow will continue to come back as it is a perennial. You may be able to grow it, but it is also available for sale as a bulk herb.

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Flowers and Plants Frugal Plants Growing 183

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well! of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

The initial kit includes the mesh garden and a voucher to order the caterpillars and food separately. Local fairs & festivals -Look for local fairs and festivals for low cost games, food and activities. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes.

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2019 Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family 124

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

2 – Start stockpiling food. I shop once a week and while I have some stuff in my freezer and cupboards, I don’t have more than two week’s worth of food if we absolutely couldn’t leave our house at all. My middle schoolers roll their eyes, I know they secretly enjoy the family time too. Kids in the kitchen.

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Budgeting Budget Family Debt 246

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 1, 2012

off 2 Gerber 2nd Foods $2.00 Join Pampers Gifts to Grow program to enter FREE stuff. Other Resources: Making Homemade Baby Food. Homemade Baby Wipes. Baby Coupons: $1.00 off 2 Gerber Graduates Puffs Snacks $0.75 off 1 Gerber Organic Pouch Product $0.75 off Gerber Graduates Grabbers $1.00 Kids Cups Product $2.00

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Baby Freebies Olan Mills Beech Nut 65

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

In her latest cookbook, Kate Evans Scott inspires you to step inside your kitchen, take a look around, and change the way you relate to food. The Paleo Pantry was born of a tight budget, Kate’s love for sharing Paleo-friendly, gluten free recipes and a desire to enjoy a homemade / healthy eating life with her growing family.

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Free Stuff Kitchen Homemade Hunts 59

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 18, 2019

It’s served throughout Italy, especially in the Genoa region where it originated, and basil grows abundantly in the hills. The mortar and pestle preparation yields a creamier sauce that is a vibrant bright green color, but it takes time and patience, so most people use a small food processor. Keep everything cold during preparation.

Recipes 52

Recipes Used Green Cooking 52

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

If you need to find some wiggle room in your budget, or combat the rising grocery prices, or maybe make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to reduce what you’re spending on groceries…and still eat really well! Thaw as needed. . for national brand.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Saving Everyday

MARCH 18, 2020

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Cool Foods for Families promotion at Publix. I prefer English muffins and have been a fan of Food for Life English Muffins for a while now. Food for Life English Muffins. Cool Foods for Families promotion at Publix: $3.99 1 off any 2 Food for Life Products. $2

Freezers 85

Freezers Breakfast Making Toaster Ovens 85

Couponing 101

APRIL 1, 2011

Check out her Homemade Cleaning Products Recipes ! Free Sample of Wellness Natural Pet Food. Two Free Pampers Gifts-to-Grow 10-point Codes: 10000LatinasFbk and CesarChavez2011. I am once again hosting Freebie Friday over at Mom Advice this week! Amy has endless craft, organization, and homemaking ideas. Facebook offer).

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Freebie Friday Orville Redenbacher Fridays Freebies 58

Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 27, 2013

Not sure why, maybe I need some comfort food. I love rosemary, it’s the one herb I always grow and rosemary bread just smells like a slice of heaven! I have never successfully made dinner rolls, but I’m going to try this Recipe for Homemade Yeast Rolls from Smart Savvy Living and see if I get lucky. How about you?

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Bread Homemade Quick Breads Beers 65

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Look for local fairs and festivals for low cost games, food and activities. They’ve also sold bottled water, homemade cookies, and crafts. Build, Grow, Craft & Read. Check out the summer activities at these stores: Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinics. And it is much cooler than at mid-day. Have a lemonade stand.

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Activism Budgeting Budget Amusement Park 100

Saving Everyday

MARCH 18, 2020

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Cool Foods for Families promotion at Publix. I prefer English muffins and have been a fan of Food for Life English Muffins for a while now. Food for Life English Muffins. Cool Foods for Families promotion at Publix: $3.99 1 off any 2 Food for Life Products. $2

Freezers 52

Freezers Breakfast Making Toaster Ovens 52

For the Mommas

JULY 22, 2013

However, as most moms know, our sweet & innocent babies seem to grow into curious & active babies in the blink of an eye… and that is when baby proofing becomes a necessity. By FTM Contributor: Ashley. When my son was born a year ago, it seemed like the thought of him walking and talking was so far away. My son has done it all.

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Huggies Son Movers Baby 60

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. Household cleaners, body scrub, baby food, as well as many other household items are easy to make, and cost a lot less than the packaged items from stores. Homemade Baby Wipes. Making Homemade Baby Food. It saved us $600 ($50 a month)! Make Your Own Laundry Detergent.

2014 88

2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Saving Everyday

APRIL 17, 2019

It’s served throughout Italy, especially in the Genoa region where it originated, and basil grows abundantly in the hills. The mortar and pestle preparation yields a creamier sauce that is a vibrant bright green color, but it takes time and patience, so most people use a small food processor. Work quickly and in stages.

Recipes 53

Recipes Used Green Cooking 53

Saving Everyday

APRIL 29, 2020

Beans and rice is total comfort food. When my kids were growing up, they couldn’t get enough black beans and yellow rice. Follow me on Instagram where I show my weekly food prep every Monday on stories! Serve this with: Homemade Basil Pesto. This is truly a must-have in your recipe rotation! Oven Roasted Broccoli.

Cooking 52

Cooking Meals Recipes Ovens 52

Saving Everyday

APRIL 29, 2020

Beans and rice is total comfort food. When my kids were growing up, they couldn’t get enough black beans and yellow rice. Follow me on Instagram where I show my weekly food prep every Monday on stories! Serve this with: Homemade Basil Pesto. This is truly a must-have in your recipe rotation! Oven Roasted Broccoli.

Cooking 52

Cooking Meals Recipes Ovens 52

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

But I find food products to be a different story. Boxed, processed food coupons are very easy to find, but I try to limit those foods in our diet, so I really have a hard time finding coupons for food that we do eat. If you're not going to eat the left food before it spoil, then freeze it. Freeze for later use.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Growing up, we didn’t have much. How to Save Money When Traveling When it comes to traveling, the three main areas you can save are accommodations, travel, and food. Gas, food, coffee, accommodations, entertainment, and parking add up quickly, not to mention unforeseen expenses like things you may have forgotten from home.

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Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 22, 2012

You’ll find me posting over at The Holistic Mama about Saving Money on Organic Food , and I’m excited to welcome Camille from Growing Up Gabel to Family Balance Sheet : One of the many ways that I save money is by making things I would otherwise buy at the store. Homemade Sidewalk Chalk. Supplies : Plaster of Paris.

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Homemade Painting Swap Paper 194

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. Household cleaners, body scrub, baby food, as well as many other household items are easy to make, and cost a lot less than the packaged items from stores. Homemade Baby Wipes. Making Homemade Baby Food. It saved us $600 ($50 a month)! Make Your Own Laundry Detergent.

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New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40