Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2014

I look forward to Christmas and the month of December all year and once it’s here, it always seems to fly by. It is so easy for the month to get lost in the commercialism and the frenzied pace and while it is fun to receive a gift, my husband and I want the month to be focused on our faith and our family. Go Christmas Caroling.

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Activism Christmas Budgeting Budget 208

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 25, 2019

Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas. On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas.

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2019 June Club Christmas 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas. On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas.

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2019 October Club Christmas 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 25, 2019

On January 25, 2019, I started the Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas. This should cover my tentative Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. But now I have $70, so I decided it’s going towards my Christmas savings.

March 100

March Club Christmas Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

The Christmas season is upon us. The season of family, faith, food and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of last minute ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending. 10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas.

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Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas. On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas.

2019 100

2019 September Club August 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 23, 2014

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas! My kids come home from school early today, so I’ll be offline for the next week. Have yourself a safe and merry, merry Christmas. And I wish you all a Happy & Healthy 2015! See you in January!

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2015 Christmas Kids and Family January 124

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

This is the ninth year that my family has sponsored another family through the Salvation Army’s Adopt-a-Family Christmas program. I wrote extensively last year about how and why my family became involved with this ministry. Our kids sensed something was different. We weren’t in Kansas anymore.

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Family Kids and Family Dec Grandkids 219

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Several years ago I brought home an empty Operation Christmas Child shoe box for my family to fill. Unfamiliar with Operation Christmas Child ? My kids were about 5 & 2.5 “ Oh sweetie, those kids might sleep on a dirt floor. This might be the only gift they receive at Christmas.”

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Giving Kids Kids and Family Daughter 159

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Don’t get me wrong, I’m no scrooge, but I don’t get into the Christmas spirit because of gifts. Families playing football in the back yard after a turkey feast; grandparents watching Christmas Vacation with their grandchildren; decorating the Christmas tree and remembering just how each ornament came about.

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Giving Christmas Gifts Food and Wine 199

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 13, 2011

I did most of my Christmas shopping online and I am left with the aftermath. The idea for the Cardboard Christmas Tree using recycled packing boxes was in the latest issue of Disney Family Fun Magazine and it caught my eye because of the pileup in my garage. It also looked like a great craft project for the kids.

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Christmas Painting Kids and Family Recycle 164

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

There are times at the end of the week that I realize our family has spent very little quality time together. We’re an active family who loves to spend time together outside, but as the days get shorter and the weather gets chillier, we spend much of our free time indoors where gadgets so easily grab out attention. Indoor Picnic.

Activism 100

Activism Family Swap Kids and Family 100

Stockpiling Moms

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Handprint Snowman Family Ornament – This is one of my most treasured ornaments. How To Make an Easy Decoupage Christmas Ornament – Love this ornament for girls nights of crafting. Grinch Christmas Ornament – Perfect for adults or kids! Candy Cane Ornament – One of our favorites and so easy to make.

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Crafts Craft Painting Library 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 28, 2014

Christmas comes fraught with environmental issues. Here are some things you can do to reduce your own carbon footprint this season and have a green Christmas: Recyclable Wrapping Paper. I love buying my friends and family members gifts like the next person, because being generous and thoughtful is fun and rewarding. Go Green'

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Green Christmas Food Waste Leftovers 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 2, 2014

I had difficulty fitting in work outs when I was with the kids during the day, and after the kids were in bed, I was usually too tired to want to work out. I told myself that when the kids started school I’d have more time to exercise regularly. Now the kids are with me all day. Using DVDs to Exercise with Kids.

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Parenting Kids Kids and Family DVDs 210

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

It seems that word when associated with Christmas trees provokes much debate. Part of me was embarrassed to admit it, but here goes: We have an artificial pre-lit Christmas tree. And if you look closesly most of the ornaments are at the bottom of the tree, because that's as far up as the kids can reach. Here's another secret.

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Christmas Grandchildren Home and Garden Crochet 113

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 9, 2019

So how do you make New Year’s Eve a memorable and enjoyable event for your whole family? These seven New Year’s Eve ideas can pack the night with family-friendly fun. Your family can host your own countdown at noon. Watching your family’s favorite movies can make the hours fly. Do the Countdown at Noon.

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Family New Year's Kids and Family Movies 78

Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 6, 2016

. Need some fun Christmas movies for the kids?! Beethoven’s Christmas Adventure. These are perfect stocking stuffers or snag some today for some fun holiday family movie nights! These are perfect stocking stuffers or snag some today for some fun holiday family movie nights! Merry Madagascar .

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Movies Christmas Kids Buy 40

Saving In Akron

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

All Free Christmas Crafts is offering the " 7 Easy Christmas Crafts" eBook for FREE ! This eBook features 21 pages of family-friendly Christmas Craft ideas, easy-to-follow tutorials and color photos: Easy DIY Christmas Crafts. Easy Christmas Tree Crafts. Easy Christmas Ornament Crafts.

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Crafts Craft Christmas DIY 138

Teresa's Deals

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Christmas will be here before you know it and there maybe a few of you out there already thinking about what you are going to be making for your Christmas get together. With all of the different cookies out there, these are the Best Christmas Cookies that I have found (and like) and wanted to share with you. Click To Tweet.

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Cookies Christmas Oreo Cookies Chocolate 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. I transferred $115 to our Christmas account in April. $15

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April Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 25, 2013

Happy 6 months til Christmas! We''ve been working towards a goal of a cash Christmas since January and it''s not too late for you to join in. On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. Our monthly goal for Christmas savings is $100.

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June Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 25, 2013

Happy 5 months til Christmas! On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. How did I do in July?

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Club Christmas July August 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2013

Happy 4 months til Christmas! On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. How did I do in August?

August 100

August Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November, I'm holding a viral meeting for the Christmas Savings Club , a monthly accountability to help us save for a cash Christmas. As outlined in the first post , your goal this past month was to create a budget for your Christmas spending. Today is the first meeting! How did you do?

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Christmas Club Goals Budgeting 127

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I'm holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Just remember, we're saving for A CASH CHRISTMAS!

March 100

March Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Will you be making any of your Christmas gifts this year?

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Club Christmas May Goals 100

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A few years back, my extended family took a trip to Holland, Michigan. Before kids, I spent my free-time volunteering at a stray rescue shelter for dogs. Before kids, I spent my free-time volunteering at a stray rescue shelter for dogs. My family loves watching movies and tv series together, and having regular game nights.

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Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 184

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Chow Crown Snacks Food Kids & Family Game $14.88 (Reg $25) Amazon has Chow Crown Snacks Food Kids & Family Game $14.88 (Reg $25) with FREE Shipping on orders over $25.00 The post Chow Crown Snacks Food Kids & Family Game $14.88 (Reg $25) appeared first on FTM. or with Amazon Prime Orders.

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Games Snacks Family Food 45

For the Mommas

JANUARY 5, 2022

Kohl’s: Up to 50% off Women’s & Kids’ Sleepwear + Extra 25% off for Kohl’s Cardholders. Kohl’s shoppers can save up to 50% off on Women’s & Kids’ Sleepwear. Plus Kohl’s Cardholders can get an extra 25% off with code SAVE25. Get Free shipping with $75 purchase.

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Kids Kohls Kids and Family Women 59

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 6, 2011

Every year for Christmas, my daughters make a Christmas craft for their teachers. The kids are so proud to give a gift that they handmade and the teachers are always very touched. These Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Ornaments are fun for the kids to make and to give. Supplies needed: 2 sizes of Popsicle sticks.

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Christmas Painting Newspaper Giving 149

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

You can use these to deck out your own tree, gift to friends and family to decorate theirs, or even display them in a bowl on your dining table. Here are just a few tutorials on how to make easy and affordable DIY Christmas ornaments. Handmade Foam Christmas Ornaments via DIY Tutoriales y Mucho Mas.

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DIY Christmas Crafts Craft 59

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 13, 2013

FREE Christmas Music, Christmas Printables, 2014 Calendar, and More! is a post from Couponing 101. Freebie Friday Freebies free free samples'

Christmas 101

Christmas Music 2014 Freebie Friday 101

Couponing 101

APRIL 23, 2020

Even if you and your kids have a passion for crafting, you might not feel comfortable racking up a steep bill at craft stores like you used to. These six projects have the added benefit of being kid-friendly so that they can craft alongside you. Kids Activities. Is your family a Mod Podge family?

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Kids Kids and Family Paper Towels Wall Art 80

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2012

As a parent, there are many lessons you must teach your kids. And once your kids have moved beyond the walking and talking phase, it gets a little more interesting. Your true purpose as a parent is to give your kids lessons in life that will help them to function when they enter the world as adults.

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Giving Holiday Kids Kids and Family 203

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Christmas Book Read Aloud. Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.". Twas the Night Before Christmas is one of those books that I can almost recite word for word without even glancing the book. What's your favorite Christmas book to read to your kids?

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Frugal Christmas Holiday Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2012

My husband and I had a four hour drive on Christmas day to visit his family. So on this looooong drive, we talked through our family goals and our own personal goals. Create a schedule to divide my time between our small business, my kids/family, housework, exercise, and my blogging. Our Family Goals.

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Goals Family 2012 Sewing Machines 138