Learning thanksgiving through simple living
Wrapping paper is such a waste of money. I'm just being honest. I hate buying the stuff. First you have to pick the wrapping paper out (don't forget the tape!), then you have to take precious time to wrap the gift (a skill I have never mastered), just to have it torn to shreds in... Continue Reading →
Baby Step #1 is probably the most controversial of all of Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace plan. There seems to be a constant debate whether or not $1,000 is enough in today's world or if this part of the plan is behind the times. According to the Dave Ramsey plan, $1,000 emergency fund should be enough... Continue Reading →
Hi everyone! I am so sorry I have been missing for awhile. This year has been full of surprises for sure! I just wanted to post a quick update. As you can see by the new header, Nerdy Mommy (nerdymommyof4.com) is now Life's Hand-Me-Downs (lifeshandmedowns.com). I wanted to redirect and refocus on what this blog... Continue Reading →
I have been diligently learning how to make printables. Worksheets for my kids, cute lists, schedules and more. So here are a few meal planning and inventory printables that I have created. I don't know about you but I need something cute to jot my meals on. One of the best ways to stick to your... Continue Reading →
Liz why are you writing an article about Christmas in the middle of August? Well my friends, the biggest tip to making Christmas as stress free and enjoyable as possible is to plan ahead. So here is your warning... Christmas is coming in 4 months! Are you saving? Have you been putting money aside every... Continue Reading →
I honestly don't like meal planning. It saves me a ton of money. It is what prevents me from going crazy around dinner so I do it but I don't like it. It kind of stresses me out, looking through the ads, flipping through my cookbooks, finding the time to actually sit down to think... Continue Reading →
I HATE deep cleaning. Hate it with passion. I love my house looking neat. I don't mind tidying up and organizing but there is something about having to pull the stove out that screams torture. Deep cleaning is just not satisfying at all! I can spend all day scrubbing the bathtubs and dusting baseboards but... Continue Reading →
Cooking is hard work. Learning to cook when it's just not your natural drive is even harder. There is much to be said for a simple home cooked meal. However, cooking is a skill that many don't posses. Learning techniques and flavor combinations can be very overwhelming for someone with limited natural talent...or desire. Disclaimer:... Continue Reading →
Just because you are broke does not mean you have to sacrifice nutrition. I know it can be tempting. The price on that pack of ramen noodles looks like a smart purchase but believe me, you will be giving up way more than variety. Your body needs good nutrition to keep your energy up to... Continue Reading →
Toys! Ahhh!! Where do they come from? Every time I turn around, I'm stepping on a matchbox car, picking up puzzle pieces, and reorganizing the kids rooms. No more! This is what I did... For the girls (age 5 and 4) I allowed them to have one doll each. I also gave them a tea... Continue Reading →
