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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

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December 9, By Kristia 8 Comments

30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. I LOVE the ten ideas listed in this post (#5 & 7 are my all time favorites), but be sure to […]

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10 Ways to Thank a Teacher during the Holidays

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December 2, By Kristia 2 Comments

10 Ways to Thank a Teacher during the Holidays

  Think beyond the mug this year with these ten gifts for teachers that are sure to make them feel appreciated. We include teacher gifts into our Christmas budget every year, but I also want my children to be part of the gift giving process, whether they craft a card, make an ornament, or write a poem. This really is a […]

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Nail Polish Marbled Flower Pots – a kid-friendly craft

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May 4, By Kristia Leave a Comment

Nail Polish Marbled Flower Pots – a kid-friendly craft

These Nail Polish Marbled Flower Pots are a super cute craft that your kids can create (with your help) to give as gifts for Mother’s Day, other holidays or teachers. My daughters’ Girl Scout troop decorated these flower pots and I just had to share because they turned out so well and my girls had […]

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Tissue Paper Flowers ~ A Kid-Friendly Craft

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April 17, By Kristia 4 Comments

Tissue Paper Flowers ~ A Kid-Friendly Craft

I came across these photos of a Tissue Paper Flower craft that I did with my girls years ago when my girls were 4 & 2. I might have shed a tear or two when I came across the pictures, for not only forgetting about a content idea, but also how fast kids grow up. […]

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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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FREE Christmas Budget Excel Spreadsheet

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November 20, By Kristia 3 Comments

FREE Christmas Budget Excel Spreadsheet

  FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget The holiday spending season is about to begin–are you ready for it? If you haven’t put together a Christmas budget for the holidays, I urge you to do so now! And I’d like to make it easy for you. I’m offering a download of my Christmas Gift & Spending […]

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The Salvation Army’s Adopt-a-Family Program

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November 14, By Kristia 6 Comments

The Salvation Army’s Adopt-a-Family Program

  Since 2005, my family has sponsored another family through the Salvation Army’s Adopt-a-Family Christmas program. I have written extensively about how and why my family became involved with this ministry. It is very near and dear to my family, so please take the time to read about the program and our experience. Today I […]

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Kids & Giving Generously

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November 13, By Kristia 3 Comments

Kids & Giving Generously

Wondering when your kids will understand the concept of giving to others? We’ve learned it’s a process, but kids need some grace and they’ll get there eventually. Several years ago I brought home an empty Operation Christmas Child shoe box for my family to fill. (Unfamiliar with Operation Christmas Child? Check out the link at […]

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If You Are Able, Adopt-a-Family or Senior This Holiday Season

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November 26, By Kristia 6 Comments

For many years, my husband and I struggled with infertility. We desperately wanted to be parents, so when our oldest daughter was born 7 years ago, we were over-joyed…and maybe a bit overwhelmed. Right after she was born, I read an article in the newspaper that tugged at my heart and my postpartum hormones. The local […]

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9 Cookbook Ideas for the Foodie on Your List

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December 9, By Kristia 1 Comment

9 Cookbook Ideas for the Foodie on Your List

Are you looking for some gift ideas for the foodie or cook on your gift list? These cookbooks are some of my favorites and are sure to please. 1. Bobby Flay’s Grill It!. During the spring and summer, we grill A LOT. When my grilled chicken kept coming out too dry, I turned to Bobby. […]

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