Piecing together ways to save money, protect the environment, and keep kosher.
(For the 2017 update of this post, click here: Get ready for Summer 2017) I can't believe it, but we are almost at summertime. The school year has gone by so fast! There are several things you can do to get ready (if you haven’t already). Make sure you have everything your kids need for camp: Swimsuits... Continue Reading →
I found another one! ∞ Book It! Summer Break Reading Challenge – From June 15 to August 15, kids who were in grades K-6 during the 2011-2012 school year and who read five books, will be eligible to enter this sweepstakes. The prize is a “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” summer fun prize package. There will be... Continue Reading →
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 7/7/26) Earth Day is April 22 and cities around the world sponsor volunteer efforts, fairs, festivals, and speakers. To find out what is going on in your town, check the Earthday.org Events Map. The following websites have more information on Earth Day and actions you can take to promote its mission. Environmental Protection Agency’s... 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 →
Surviving on a tight budget 