Piecing together ways to save money, protect the environment, and keep kosher.
Summer time will be here before we know it. For the kids, it means days to fill with camp, swimming, fun outside, special cool treats, and more. As a parent, I know it is hard to find enough activities to keep my children busy and not spend a fortune. But one activity that is good any... Continue Reading →
Going out for the night or anywhere without kids can involve a lot of planning and preparation. No matter how much we try, we always seem to be running late, too. So it is comforting to know that the most important information is always ready. Years ago I created an information sheet that hangs near... Continue Reading →
We have been so fortunate that during our tough times since becoming parents (two pregnancy bedrests, hospital stays for me before all our boys were born and for them many weeks after, and the challenges of being parents to newborn triplets) to be the recipients of much support, meals, volunteers, and gifts for us and our... Continue Reading →
I have mentioned before in several posts ("Office in a bag: A great Flylady tip," "Setting up your Pesach Control Journal," and "When did we repair that last?") the benefits of putting together helpful tips and forms in one place for a specific purpose. My routines list in my planner helps me stay on top... Continue Reading →
(updated 4/9/17) There are many times we are down to the wire in preparing for Shabbos (or Yom Tov). Here are a few tricks and tips that have served us well. No time to cook a chicken dish? Grill! My husband loves grilled chicken and if you are using an electric grill it cooks much faster... Continue Reading →
(updated 4/16/17) As part of my "Countdown to Earth Day" series, I wanted to highlight even more ways that you can take actions to help our planet. Today’s tip is to buy organic and locally produced foods. Now, I realize that buying organic can sometimes be more costly than other choices. We used to buy... Continue Reading →
(updated 4/16/17) Earth Day is April 22 and cities around the world are sponsoring volunteer efforts, fairs, festivals, and speakers. To find out what is going on in your town, do a Google search for your city and “Earth Day.” Unfortunately, several sites that used to offer a directory of Earth Day events do not have that feature available... Continue Reading →
I am sorry for the long delay in posting the more of these kosher birthday freebies. I hope you still enjoy them and get some great freebies! Kmart Birthday Club — Join the Kmart Birthday Club and children get $5 Birthday Bucks, a crown, Happy Birthday certificate, and a Fun Pack with surprise goodies! Krispy Kreme... Continue Reading →
Earth Day is on April 22. However, I truly believe that every day should be Earth Day. I have already written about it in many of my previous posts. To guide you in undertaking simple things for our Earth, check out the ideas and links below. Fortunately, protecting the environment often results in money savings,... Continue Reading →
I have a few more websites to add to my list of recommendations for finding kosher recipes: ∞ Aish.com - I love to go to this site for all things Jewish. They have great articles on parenting, holidays, the Parsha, relationships, politics, and so much more. Plus, they have great recipes! I have mentioned this website before in... Continue Reading →
Surviving on a tight budget 