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Dear ‘ole dad, what would we do without him? This Father’s Day is anything but typical, but that doesn’t mean you can’t show the special guy in your life some love. Even if it’s a last minute free Father’s Day gift, you can give a significant present without breaking the bank. Car Wash Cleaning up and cleaning out dad’s sweet ride makes a great gift. If you don’t have any
We were only a week into June when I realized we were going to need an upgrade. It’s not going to be your typical summer and so said upgrade needed to be anything but typical too. Like most Americans, we’ll be visiting with friends and family outside this summer more than before. And so we’re sprucing up our outdoor space – on a tight budget of course. Where to Begin
Vacations, weekends away, summer camp, time at the pool – so many of our summer traditions have been canceled or delayed until further notice. While most of us have known this would be the case for a while, what we may not have considered is the power of looking forward. Having special dates on the calendar can help us get through the most mundane of days. And the anticipation of
School’s out for what quite might be the weirdest summer in recent history. While remote learning proved challenging at times in our household during the months of March, April, and May, it at least gave our girls structure and routine. With summer camps canceled and many destinations closed, you may be scratching your heads for what your kids will do, too. These simple and affordable summer activity ideas will help
We’re in a season of celebrations. As an odd school year draws to a close, many will still receive diplomas even if the ceremonies are postponed or have a different format than ever before. If you’re scratching your head for graduation gift ideas, you’re not alone. Those passing significant milestones need celebrated perhaps now more than ever. If you’re looking for ideas for seniors in high school or college, eighth
This could very well be the oddest Mother’s Day I’ll ever celebrate. Plenty of us long for traditions of the past, but things may need to look a little different this year. Whether your mom lives nearby or far away, there are still plenty of ways to show her how much you care, even if you waited until the last minute. And Mother’s Day ideas don’t all have to cost
For most of us, managing bills isn’t ever a fun topic. It’s even less fun during times of struggle. If you’re anything like me, you’re watching every penny right now. We’re thankful to still have a steady source of income. However, the current reality keeps all of us sober to the fact that any situation can change at any moment. And while dollars we budgeted for things like gas and
Taking care of your physical and mental health has never been more important. And in times of economic uncertainty, your financial health is equally valuable. You may think that taking care of yourself in a time like this is a last resort or requires spending a lot of money. But that’s far from the truth. These simple quarantine self care ideas will bring balance to your day and life. Basic
In the last month, we’ve probably all run out of something. Under typical circumstances, we’d make a quick run to the store and grab the needed item. But as shoppers try to limit their exposure to germs and the number of trips they take, they may want to consider making household or baking substitutions instead of a run to the store. These quick swaps can help you get by in
Avoiding a pandemic and going to the grocery store seem polar opposites right now. Even with retailers limiting the number of customers, you may want to consider some grocery store alternatives right now. I’m breaking down some different ideas for bringing home the bacon while also staying healthy without hitting the aisles. General Tips Right now, most of us need to transform the entire way we approach grocery shop. In
