For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Tips for Celebrating Valentine’s Day on a Budget. While it is nice to get gifts on Valentine’s Day, those gifts do not have to cost a lot of money. In fact, it’s quite easy to celebrate Valentine’s Day while being on a budget. Valentine’s Day Candy on a Budget.

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

Valentine’s Day Candy on a Budget. There are times when spending a lot of money on Valentine’s Day is just undoable. Still, if you’re on a budget a local chocolate shop may be out the question. Still, if you’re on a budget a local chocolate shop may be out the question.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

It’s not too late to pull a holiday party together for Christmas or New Year’s and you don’t have to blow your budget. Invite the neighbors, family, friends, for s’mores and hot chocolate by the fire. Everyone is in a festive mood and these get-togethers don’t happen too often during the rest of the year.

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

Valentine’s Day Menus on a Budget. If you’re on a budget this year, don’t think for one minute that you have to skip on a delicious meal. Or, even surprise your partner with chocolate covered strawberries. The best part is a spaghetti dinner is perfect for almost any budget. A Romantic Italian Dinner.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

It’s difficult to celebrate properly when you are still trying to recuperate your gift budget from Christmas. Having a limited budget shouldn’t mean that you can’t celebrate the day of love, though. Being romantic requires a lot of thought, but not a lot of money. Get Hot Chocolate and Go For a Walk. It’s less busy.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 15, 2022

It’s like getting free money! Let’s say I want to earn cash back on Ghirardelli chocolates with my Shopmium offer. If I also have an offer attached to my credit card for the retailer where I’m purchasing my chocolates, I can use both! No minimums, no payout dates, just an immediate transfer of cash.

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Saving With Shellie

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

I know the holidays are tough when you are on a tight budget. You won’t get rich doing these offers but if your budget is really tight, you might find them helpful. Then check out the earning offers like this one from Hershey’s: Watch this Video from Walmart Website and complete a short survey to start earning money.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Not everyone is and professional sessions don’t always fit into people’s budgets. 30 Free (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas: 1.

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Coupons Do Work

DECEMBER 4, 2016

We, the people have to budget as much as we can and I have feeling that Publix knows that they will be taking a nose-dive for those who coupon there in the next few months, with that said, Walmart and Target are the places to get the best savings! Use the coupons at Walmart and save money! Buy 2 M&M’s Chocolate Candy 10.5

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

You can find Angela at her You Tube channel, Our Life…on a Budget , where she vlogs about getting out of debt and staying there! We owed money to just about everybody. What are the top 3 – 5 ways you found money to put towards debt. The first thing we did was to review our spending and create a budget.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Now we save money, but still celebrate our marriage and our family at home. Chocolate Cheesecake with Blueberry Topping at Family Balance Sheet. Homemade Chocolate Pudding. Chocolate Chip Pancakes. Date Night on a Budget Saving Money - During the Holidays Valentine''s Day' Banana Nut Pancakes.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Recipes Home and Garden 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 13, 2013

I like this option because they are also budget friendly and show you fun things to do around the new city that you may not have been aware of before. 5 Ways To Save Money On Moving Expenses Budget and Kid Friendly Fun How to Shop at Thrift Stores for Clothes To Save Money. Visit Your Local YMCA. Travel Tips'

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 3, 2014

I’m trying to find that balance of staying within a set budget while still eating well. But we have some serious financial goals to hit and the grocery budget is an easy target when it comes to cutting the budget. Dining out is a separate line item in our budget. Homemade Chocolate Pudding.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Ultimate Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes at Budget Savvy Diva. Chocolate Pecan Pie at Martha Stewart - I make this pie every year for Thanksgiving and it's a hit! Check out Save Money with Pinterest: Meal Planning 101 from Money Saving Enthusiast. Classic Sweet Potato Casserole at Southern Living. Bread & Rolls.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Three new pairs of shoes seems excessive, but I will get a lot of wear out of them and the price was well within my budget. They always have a big sale on their store brand flour, sugar, brown sugar, chocolate chips. Found Money in November: $440. DSW might be my new favorite place to find shoes!

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Coupons Do Work

DECEMBER 26, 2016

Then dig in and eat the yummy budget-friendly-easy-to-make-cake! ” and best of all, this is budget friendly. the one you made is healthier and easy AND budget friendly! the one you made is healthier and easy AND budget friendly! World's Easiest Ice Cream Cake Recipe (budget friendly). take out the cake.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Every week I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. I made Pioneer Women’s Baked Ziti , garden salad, garlic bread, and chocolate chip cookie bars for dessert. Did you make a new budget-friendly dish this week that your family enjoyed?

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2015

This series is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Not everyone is and professional sessions don’t always fit into people’s budgets. Make popcorn, serve hot chocolate, and bake a favorite dessert for a fun evening.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 10, 2013

Always drink water to save money. Print popcorn coupons from Cinemark or Regal Cinemas (we never order popcorn if we’ve gone out to eat first, but I might smuggle in some chocolate). Remember to tip on the PRE-coupon total. If you don’t like water, keep powdered drink stick packs in your purse.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 24, 2011

I usually drive over 2-3 times a week and choose a little of 2 or 3 flavors like Brownie Batter, Cheesecake, and White Chocolate. Budgeting food points is very similar to budgeting money, which is why this program works for me. We have an Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt shop down the street that costs 42 cents an ounce.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 18, 2015

Once Upon a Company A True Story by Wendy Anderson Halperin tells the story of kids, parents and other relatives making and selling Christmas wreaths (and assorted other things in different seasons) to earn money for the kids college fund. For the past few years, the kids have had a one time ‘business’ during camp.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

Don’t forget to also add in the flowers and chocolate. You can create a frugal, meaningful Valentine’s Day that can be just as special to those you love AND can keep you on budget. She didn’t spend any money, but she spent something more precious, her time, showing she was thinking of her husband. Go Frugal'

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For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

Rather than finding yourself in a position where you’re relying on credit cards for these expenses – and then wasting your hard-earned money on paying off those cards in the following months – try creating separate sinking funds instead. If there’s no extra money in your budget, there’s still hope, though. Yard Sales.

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 26, 2013

1 – Lunch at O’Charley’s – 20% off purchase through 4/30 – You won’t need an appetizer here either with all those delicious yeast rolls they bring you, and always order water to save money! 2 – Stroll around the park, the mall, or downtown = FREE. So peaceful and romantic.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 14, 2011

Personal Finance around the web: Festival of Frugality at Cash Money Life. Lots of great posts. How to Take Control of Your Finances in 2011 at Get Rich Slowly. A must read! She had me at caramel. Broiled Grapefruit at A Few Short Cuts. Deals From Around the Web: Join Zulily for Daily Deals for Moms, Kids and Babies.

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Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 14, 2023

Here are five thoughtful Galentine's Day gift ideas your friends will love— that won't break your budget! Plus, here’s a pro tip: Get the free Shopmium app and search for self-care product offers that’ll get you money back! And if you feel like adding a little something extra - attach it to a small box of chocolates!

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Couponing 101

MARCH 17, 2019

Although this does take a bit of (hands off) time to make, it will save money in the long run. Change it up with the ingredients (Nutella and bananas, peanut butter and bananas, chocolate sauce and strawberries etc) and you’ll be able to make a variety of snacks for the kids when they get home! One of my favorite childhood snacks!

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 29, 2015

I love giving out candy on Halloween, but if you’re like me, you don’t want to spend a ton of money on candy. 50% Off Hershey’s Halloween Chocolate Snack Size Assortment, 100-Count Bag $8.64. Here are some other deals you may be interested in: Shopping for Halloween Candy on a Budget.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 29, 2013

Budget-consciousness is something many families take seriously, and as a result, store brands have become a very popular option for consumers looking to save money! Gold Emblem Chocolate Chip Cookies. Gold Emblem Dark Chocolate Covered Cashews. I am definitely going to try the dark chocolate covered cashews next!

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 8, 2012

It’s always a challenge to find the balance between wanting to give your child the most amazing birthday ever and working with your realistic budget. And this year, our budget was lower than ever. If you’re planning a Star Wars party for your child, hopefully this post will give you some money-saving ideas!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Adults are spending money on more than just costumes for their kids and treats for the neighborhood tricksters too. Now kids expect high quality (high dollar) individually wrapped chocolates and specially decorated, store bought treat bags and costumes from the latest movie. In my neighborhood, it was actually trick AND treat.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Let’s look at where you could save a little money this holiday season: Christmas Lights. Start the New Year off right by making a commitment to save money and pay off debt. DIY Holiday Gift: Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie in a Jar. Photo by jspad via Flickr. per gallon during the holidays.

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Fashion Without Guilt

OCTOBER 4, 2018

No need to spend a lot of money on a good quality gift, which in addition to reflecting the image of the company, will make the detail last, be enjoyed much more, be remembered and even be presumed. The investment in a gift can vary, depending on a budget of the company and to whom it is directed.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2011

Quite honestly, I love it when my wife is all dolled up and turns the heads of the public, but all of these products were killing the budget (mainly because I was clueless about them)! those 30 day products (which may also include chocolate…). This is a great money-saving idea as well. Eye-shadow. Foundation.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 7, 2013

Here are some budget-happy ideas for all types of mothers. Do you remember all those times she made you homemade chocolate chip cookies? Is there any better gift for this type of mom than a selection of plants (or seeds for the budget extremist) from the local nursery? She wants something that speaks to her unique personality.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Here are some of my favorites available to download for FREE right now: Christmas Dessert Recipes: Simple Delicious Recipe Cook Book With 3 Main Ingredients – Chocolate, Cakes, Cookies, Pops, and More… by Jane Jeffreys (reg. And of course Emily didn’t forget the chocolate lovers among her readers.

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