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There's nothing quite like a home full of holiday decorations to put you in a festive mood. However, not all decorations come cheap. Don't throw away your entire holiday budget on decor that may not suit your style down the line. Instead, invest your money wisely by identifying and even splurging on the decorations that will define your holiday spirit for years to come. Then, add special

We've all had it: an aching body, a sore throat, nausea, a fever, and chills. The dreaded flu season is upon us! Yuck. Getting the flu is awful. Not only do you feel terrible, but it can cost a lot of money too. You might have to miss work or school and go to the doctor. Plus, if you don't have health insurance, or have an emergency-only healthcare plan, it can mean hefty out-of-pocket
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How to Find a Good Babysitter to Care for Your KidsJanuary 25, 2012
When I was in college, I made all of my spending money by babysitting. I started out with one job babysitting a two-year-old boy, and by the time I graduated I had six families for
8 Frugal & Fun Martin Luther King Day Activities for KidsJanuary 11, 2012
To many young children - and even some adults - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is simply a day off from school or work. However, kids are very often interested in learning new things,
10 Unique & Inexpensive Holiday Gift Ideas for TeachersDecember 20, 2011
As my children grow older, more people are becoming involved in their lives through school and extracurricular activities. These teachers and coaches have had quite an impact on my
7 Homemade Photo Crafts That Make Great GiftsDecember 12, 2011
Every family seems to have a member who either has everything, or desires nothing - yet we still feel obligated to give them a gift during the holidays. Oftentimes, too much money
Holiday Decorating Ideas for Your Home – Splurge or Save?November 30, 2011
There's nothing quite like a home full of holiday decorations to put you in a festive mood. However, not all decorations come cheap. Don't throw away your entire holiday budget
9 Fun and Frugal Thanksgiving Activities, Games, and Crafts Ideas for KidsNovember 23, 2011
The first thing that usually comes to most people's minds when they think about Thanksgiving is eating. There's turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie. But as you
10 Affordable & Green Arts and Crafts Ideas for KidsNovember 18, 2011
Keeping kids entertained indoors can be a challenge. Finding fun activities for children in the summer, however, is not an issue. I send them outside and they play on the swing
Should I Get a Flu Shot? – Effectiveness, Costs & Side EffectsNovember 11, 2011
We've all had it: an aching body, a sore throat, nausea, a fever, and chills. The dreaded flu season is upon us! Yuck. Getting the flu is awful. Not only do you feel terrible,
Cooking with Kids – 10 Tips & Easy Healthy RecipesNovember 10, 2011
It can be tricky to cook a meal when you have little ones running around. Most kids become tired and hungry as the day comes to a close, and they often demand your attention when
35 Fun, Free Things to Do in Washington, D.C. for Families with KidsNovember 3, 2011
My husband recently had the opportunity to present at a conference in Washington, D.C. So, on a whim, we decided to take the whole family. We had never before considered




