I'll be honest - I don't always love the idea of a non-spend month. Like going cold turkey for a diet or other resolution, it can often be extremely difficult. Once you slip up, it's easy to give up and go crazy. But, if you find yourself wanting to save money for the month, a no-spend month can be a great way to hit pause on your spending and get ahold of your finances. Here are my best tips for a no-spend month. Tips for a No Spend Month Set Ground Rules This is so important. Are you cutting ALL discretionary spending? Or are you keeping things that are ongoing expenses, like your gym and streaming services? What happens when you have a birthday party to attend, or tickets to a must-see event are released for only a limited time? Set those rules up front, so you won't be making ... View Post
Bobby Flay Fit – Delicious Healthy Recipes
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Crown Publishing. All opinions are my own. Like almost everyone else, I have a goal of eating more healthy this year. I have done a great job over the years, but there's still so much improvement. I LOVE food. I am always looking for delicious healthy recipes so that it isn't a sacrifice for me to eat healthy. Celebrity chef Bobby Flay has recently introduced a new cookbook filled with great recipes - Bobby Flay Fit. We made the delicious Greek Fish Tacos, and are thrilled to have the recipe here for you to try! Here's more information about the cookbook: Cook, eat, and be fit with 200 recipes from Bobby Flay, whose approach to healthy eating is all about flavor—not eliminating anything from your diet. With a profession that has him ... View Post
Valentine’s Day DIY Decor – Heart Tree
I love decorating for Valentine's Day. The beautiful red and pink accents of most Valentine's accessories are the perfect bright pop of color for winter. Since my house always feels a little sad after putting away my Christmas decorations, it's nice to have something else to look forward to. Looking for some fun Valentine's Day DIY decor? This heart tree, made with a branch, cardboard, yarn, and stones, is easy to make and looks so cute on a table. Valentine's Day DIY Decor - Heart Tree Materials for the Heart Tree ? Small Dead branch with many small limbs ? Cardboard strong enough to support the yarn, but thin enough that you can cut through ? Scissors ? Thick yarn in red and white ? Clear jar or vase ? Red or pink jewels, stones or sand for the bottom of your clear ... View Post
Get a Trial of Disney Family Movies
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Disney Family Movies. All opinions are my own. It's no secret that my family is filled with Disney fans. Whether we are watching Disney movies, visiting the Disney parks, sailing on the Disney Cruise Line, or traveling overseas with Adventures by Disney, Disney is a huge part of our lives. When it's family movie night here, we turn time and time again to Disney movies. This week, Disney Family Movies is offering a Free Preview Week. With the cold winter weather, plus the upcoming long weekend for MLK Day, it's the perfect time to relax and enjoy a family movie night. From January 9th-15th (Martin Luther King Jr. Day), you can watch some of our favorite Disney movie titles for free this week including Cars, Pinocchio, ... View Post
Bathroom Renovation: Replacing a Whirlpool Tub with a Large Shower
When we bought our house twelve years ago, one of the selling points was the large whirlpool tub located in the master bathroom. I had so many great dreams of soaking in that tub while reading a good book and sipping on a glass of wine or tea. The truth is, it never happened. The tub, while a great idea in theory, was rarely used. It was loud, and I was afraid of waking up my sleeping babies when I turned it on after they fell asleep. Eventually, it turned into a clothes and towel rack - a waste of space in our bathroom. The shower, which we did use all the time, was tiny and dark. One day, when showering, it occurred to me that we should just pull out the tub and replace it with a large custom shower. Once we got that idea in our heads, it was hard to give up. So, this fall, I decided ... View Post
DIY Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Canvas
Ombre is so popular this year, as are gold and silver tones. If you are looking to add some of these trendy elements to your Christmas decor, this fun project is a great way to do it. You can even get the kids involved! Here's everything you'll need to create your own DIY glitter ombre Christmas tree canvas. DIY Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Canvas Materials: Silver, gold and deep gold glitter Small white canvas White school glue Thin tipped paintbrush Ribbon, twine or sisal rope Scissors Small jingle bell Hot glue gun Wooden Christmas tree form Pencil Instructions for the DIY Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Canvas Begin by tracing the Christmas tree form onto the front of the canvas in the center. Using a thin tipped paint ... View Post
