article thumbnail

Vacations on a Dime: Centsational Staycation Ideas

Saving Cents With Sense

In fact, there are plenty of wonderful staycation ideas that will offer you fun times right in your own backyard! Staycations are quickly becoming the rage during the time of this tough economy. Why not learn a few new Italian words this week as well or play a backyard game of bocce ball? But don’t give up just yet. Make sense?

article thumbnail

FREE Kindle Books: Treasure Island, The Ugly Duckling and More Books

For the Mommas

Across the United States consumers are becoming more aware of the positive impact they can have on their local economies, the environment, and their overall health by shopping for food that has been grown right in their own backyard. Local farmer’s markets are back and booming.

article thumbnail

Why You Should Live Green

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Build a birdhouse or bird feeder for your backyard. Have children collect backyard flowers and leaves to create nature bouquets or pressed-flower pictures. Visit a neighborhood or community garden plot to learn about how other families grow their own vegetables and flowers. Go for a hike, take a canoe trip, or visit a nature center.

Green 211