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15 Joy-filled Gifts to Bring Christmas Smiles to Your Family

November 24, 2020 By Meredith 40 Comments

We need Christmas smiles now more than ever! Check these 15 quarantine-friendly, joy-filled gifts to spread holiday cheer with your family!

I received the following items for review so I could share this gift guide of ideas that will bring Christmas smiles to your family. All opinions are 100% my own. After this tricky year, we need Christmas smiles more than ever! This gift guide is all about items designed to bring joy to your family […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, Christmas, Giveaway, Online Shopping, Saving Money

The 5 Must-Do Hacks to Ace Target Black Friday

November 2, 2020 By Meredith 2 Comments

Black Friday is here!! Grab these 5 genius Target Black Frida hacks here and feel like a budget boss!

Thank you to Slickdeals for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on my favorite hacks to ace Target Black Friday shopping! All opinions are my own–as is my obsessive love for Black Friday 🙂 Black Friday season is upon us! And I say season because, really, that’s what it’s become. I started […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, Saving Money

3 Super-Smart Tips for Teaching Kids to Manage Money

October 2, 2019 By Anne Metz 2 Comments

Not sure how to best go about teaching kids to manage money? We get it! Even better, we have the solution--these 3 smart, easy tips will get you and your kiddos on the right track in no time! Here's to smart financial responsibility!

Teaching kids to manage their money is important! Learning to create a budget, keep track of expenses, and save for emergencies are skills that are essential to life as an adult and it’s never too early to start good money habits with our children. I thought I was doing a good job with my kiddos […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, Saving Money, Young Kids

10 Items to First-Stop Shop at Consignment Sales

August 14, 2019 By Meredith 2 Comments

How do you know where to start at a consignment sale? This first-stop shop guide has you covered--get ready to score BIG friends! I LOVE budget-friendly idea #6!

Thank you to JBF Reading for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on these items worth the first-stop shop at consignment sales. All opinions are 100% my own! You all know that JBF Reading is my favorite consignment sale ever. I’ve shared before about the best consignment sale finds you’ll score here, […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, Children's Clothes, Saving Money, Toys

10 Ways to Refresh Your Bedroom and Closet for Under $50

July 29, 2019 By Meredith 2 Comments

Say goodbye to the blehs! These smart hacks to refresh your bedroom and closet are all under $50 and take only seconds. Budget-friendly, gorgeous and EASY! Sign me up :) #7 is especially brilliant!

Thank you to Wayfair for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on these smart, budget-friendly ways to refresh your bedroom and closet! Anyone else feeling like their bedroom and closet could use a bit of sprucing up? With two kids, two dogs, and you know, life, wreaking havoc on our space, it […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, Homemaking, Saving Money

Zulily Thrill Fest is ON!

June 17, 2019 By Meredith 2 Comments

On the hunt for FANTASTIC bargains? Zulily Thrill Fest is here and ready to wow your budget! Get your shop AND save on, friends--these bargain finds, deals and steals rock!

Thank you to zulily for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on the sweet deals and steals you’ll find during zulily’s Thrill Fest! I love, love, love finding bargains wherever I can, and you know I’m all about online shopping, so zulily is the perfect fit–no more so than NOW! Zulily’s Thrill […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, Online Shopping, Saving Money

3 Easy, Cheap Ideas for DIY Living Room Style with zulily!

May 31, 2019 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Crushing on a re-do of your living room style? Check these 3 smart, budget-friendly ideas--I LOVE the last one!!

Thank you to zulily for sponsoring this post so I can scoop you on how to you easy, cheap DIY living room style with zulily! Hey-oh! Any friends out there in my boat of crushing on a significant home decor rehaul? If you’ve been in this parenting game for any stretch of time, chances are […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, DIY, Homemaking, Saving Money

4 Budget-Friendly Upgrades for a Fun Backyard

May 17, 2019 By Anne Metz 2 Comments

Want to make your yard the cool spot? check these 4 smart, economical ideas for a fun backyard that will keep your kiddos entertained for hours--I would never have thought of #3!

One of the things that sold us on our home was the large, fenced-in backyard. I envisioned my kids running around and playing outside, but the reality is, they rarely used the yard. I was so surprised! At first, I thought it might be because we don’t have a swing set for them. But, sincemy […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, SAHM Life, Summer, Young Kids

Natural DIY Bath Bombs

November 12, 2018 By Lindsay Houser 2 Comments

DIY Bath Bombs are such a smart solution for your budget-watching! Give gorgeous homemade gifts that are REALLY appreciated and bonus--a bath-time win for those young kids, mama! Score a double win with this genius homemade bath bomb recipe!

Lately, my son has decided that bath time is no longer acceptable.  At the simple mention of bath, he suddenly hides and begins a dramatic agony that only Broadway can recreate.  Well, this mama had enough and decided that if coaxing wasn’t working, making it fun will!  It’s no secret that millions of children and […]

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Filed Under: Beauty, Budgeting, DIY, Gifts

5 Things to Know About Choosing a Lawyer

November 8, 2018 By Meredith

Choosing a lawyer can feel overwhelming, but fear not! These 5 clear, smart tips will help you quickly make a decision that is right for your family's needs!

The latest statistics show there are over 1.3 million lawyers practicing in the U.S. today. In one given city and one given specialty, such as a medical malpractice attorney in Pittsburgh, there are likely to be dozens to choose from, which can make it somewhat overwhelming trying to decide the right one to handle your […]

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Filed Under: Budgeting, Homemaking

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