"What am I supposed to do with all these crazy kids while I am trying to homeschool?!" This is the question has caused me more hours searching the internet than I care to admit. How am I supposed to juggle all the different age groups? How can I keep my two very energetic bouncy preschool... Continue Reading →
Dave Ramsey’s Baby Step #1: Is a $1,000 Emergency Fund Enough?
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 →
Robinson Curriculum Review: The Ultimate Minimalist Curriculum
Finding a good curriculum can be super stressful. The cost can be even more so. If you have been homeschooling for any length of time, you probably know that there is no such thing as a perfect curriculum. It just doesn't exist. There is an ever increasing pressure on homeschooling families to fill their homes with... Continue Reading →
Yummy Herbed Keto Bread
This keto bread is easy to whip up, cheap to make and oh so delish. The possibilities are endless with a this handy recipe!
To the New Mommy
Seven years ago I became a first time mom. Holding my baby in my arms confirmed the desire I had to stay home with her. Our budget was tight. My husband was still a temp at his job and had no guarantee of being hired any time soon. However, we decided that me staying home,... Continue Reading →
Changes to Nerdy Mommy
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 →
Free Meal Planning Printables!
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 →
Debt Free in 2019 (Staying motivated)
I can't believe it is already 2019! I truly believe that time goes by quicker the older you get. If you have been following this blog for awhile, most of you already know that February of 2018 was the beginning of our deft free journey. It started when my hubby suddenly lost his job and... Continue Reading →
Raw Apple Pie
I thought I might take a minute to share with you all one of my absolute favorite recipes just in time for the holidays. A raw apple pie. Yes, totally raw- no oven required! This recipe is paleo, vegan, and beyond indulgent. It is even healthy enough to eat for breakfast. This recipe was adapted... Continue Reading →
What Eating on a Budget Looks Like
Sometimes pictures speak louder than words. There have been many times where I have grabbed a cookbook for meal ideas only to find just a bunch of words inside. Where are the pictures? When it comes to stimulating my appetite, I just have to have pictures. So this post is just that, pictures of the... Continue Reading →