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Getting the Cheapest Shipping

I have just started selling some items on Ebay. We are cloth diapering our daughter (am hoping to write an article on that soon!) and we sold her small diapers to move up to the medium diapers. This was my … Continue reading


The Greatest Mommy Blogs EVAH!

Guy Kawalski, who has an amazing blog AND writes books, has blogged about the world’s greatest mommy blogs. He has provided the list, originally posted by BlogHer, and is continually adding to this amazing list. You really should check it … Continue reading


Play It Again, Momma! (for my new visitors)

Since we are up and rolling on the 9Rules homepage (whoohoo!), I just wanted to take this opportunity to welcome the 9Rulers and share with them a little about myself. What am I all about and why is this your … Continue reading


Frugal Momma’s Test Kitchen: Orange Julius

It is time to break out the aprons, ladies, and attempt an easy recipe for a yummy homemade Orange Julius drink. Since we just got a new smoothie maker (see my post on milkshakes & slushies for other great drink … Continue reading


WFMW: Solving the Sand-Between-Your-Toes Blues

Welcome to this week’s edition of Works-For-Me-Wednesday. Swing by Shannon’s blog for more lovely ideas for you & your family! It is something that I know I look forward to every week because I get so many great ideas! This … Continue reading


Monday WAHM Spotlight: Sprezzatura Systems

Thanks to Ellen for being part of our Monday WAHM for MomAdvice.com. We wish her much success in her business and with her family.If you are interested in being featured, we will be selecting a mom for each Monday of … Continue reading


Sunday Supper: Pumpkin Pancakes

. I am sorry that the Sunday Supper section is coming to you on Monday. We have had a busy weekend with our son’s birthday party, my mom’s birthday party, and then a day trip to the beach. My husband … Continue reading


Friday Freebie: Freely Treating Yourself

Today is our son’s fourth birthday! It is hard to believe that he is already that old, but time with him is passing so quickly. Since we are having a day of celebration, I will keep this post brief. I … Continue reading


Works-For-Me-Wednesday: Giving the Gift of Magazines (Frugally)

Welcome to this week’s edition of Works-For-Me-Wendesday. Swing by Shannon’s blog for more great ideas (and I mean More with a capital “M”) for you & your family! This week I am going to clue you into giving another frugal … Continue reading


Fireworks Galore

Were the fireworks crazy where you live? I decided to hit Walmart last night (because all of their perennials were marked down so low that it was nuts!) and when I got home the sounds were deafening. I brought my … Continue reading