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Archives for December 2013

A Simple & Frugal Gift Idea

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December 20, By Kristia 3 Comments

A Simple & Frugal Gift Idea

Looking for a simple & frugal gift idea?   Give the gift of a home-cooked meal. This gift of time is simple, frugal, and the perfect gift for anyone, especially those close to your family or the hard-to-buy-for people in your life. We give the gift of a home-cooked meal to my grandparents. They really don’t […]

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Filed Under: Giving, Saving Money - During the Holidays

How I Plan My Day/Week/Month on Paper

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December 19, By Kristia 6 Comments

How I Plan My Day/Week/Month on Paper

A new year begins is less than 2 weeks and it’s time to start thinking about your 2014 planner. I’ve tried planning my life digitally and my husband swears by his Google Calendar, but I’m old school when it comes to my calendar–I prefer paper. I’ve been using my paper planning process for years and […]

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After-Holiday Clearance: Save Big on Everyday Items REDIRECTED

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December 17, By Kristia 5 Comments

After-Holiday Clearance: Save Big on Everyday Items REDIRECTED

After-Holiday Clearance isn’t just about scoring great prices on gift wrap and holiday decor. Over the years, I have found huge deals on everyday items, such as dish washing detergent, dish washing liquid, paper products, storage bags, ovenware, stationary, and much more at 75 – 90% off during the after-holiday clearance sales. And don’t limit your […]

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20 Christmas Breakfast Recipes

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December 16, By Kristia 1 Comment

20 Christmas Breakfast Recipes

Looking for a delicious Christmas breakfast recipe? Check out this list. You’re sure to find something delicious and delightful! One of my favorite Christmas traditions is enjoying a big breakfast with my family on Christmas morning. Everything from setting the table and cutting the fruit to making the breakfast casserole and baked goods will be […]

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Filed Under: Recipes - Breakfast & Brunch, Saving Money - During the Holidays

Thrifty Finds: Snow Gear

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December 12, By Kristia 3 Comments

Thrifty Finds: Snow Gear

Winters in central PA are never consistent. When the northeast gets pounded with snow, we either get walloped or we miss the excitement completely. Last year, we barely had any snow, but in 2010 our street looked like this: My kids LOVE to play in the snow, but I really hate to spend a lot […]

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Filed Under: Thrifting

Christmas Through the Years

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December 10, By Kristia 4 Comments

Christmas Through the Years

I just lost over a week of my life. I came down with some terrible bug that knocked me out. But I’m a self-employed wife and mother, so I worked through my misery. Like so many of you know, life doesn’t take a break even when our bodies are screaming for it. This past weekend, […]

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12 Frugal Holiday Fun Ideas

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December 4, By Kristia Leave a Comment

12 Frugal Holiday Fun Ideas

December. Tis the month to spend a lot of money–but you don’t have to spend a lot of money on holiday fun. Last year, I ran a series, 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun. I shared 12 ideas that we have done over the years and will continue to do and none of them cost […]

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Filed Under: Frugal Holiday Fun, Saving Money - During the Holidays

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