Monthly Archives: January 2008
New Article: Running an Energy-Effecient Freezer
I am trying to work through all of the great article and topic suggestions, for our site, that you shared with me during one of my giveaways. One of the requests was to feature more articles on making our appliances … Continue reading
Freebie Friday: January 18, 2007

Once again, a big thanks to Freebies 4 Mom for helping me compile our weekly list of goodies. Enjoy all your fun freebies in the mail and think of us as you enjoy all your special freebie goodies! Health & … Continue reading
A Special Prayer Request
Update: Austin’s surgery went really well and he is now in recovery. Thank you for your prayers and thoughts. Please continue to keep him in your thoughts and prayers, as he has a long recovery ahead of him. I don’t … Continue reading
Amy’s Notebook 01.17.07

Thank you to everyone for your sweet birthday wishes- it made my day! We had a wonderful dinner with our family and I got some beautiful gifts that I am looking forward to taking a picture of and sharing with … Continue reading
One of My Birthday Gifts

We are celebrating with our family tonight, but Ryan decided to give me my birthday present early so I could stop lusting after these at TJ Maxx. Here is my beautiful Cuisinart Cast Iron Pot. It is such a beautiful … Continue reading
It’s Official! I’m OLD!
I turn thirty today! Isn’t thirty the new twenty? Or the new ten? I keep hearing those rumors so I am hoping that they are true. Does it help that I feel much younger than I am? Or that I … Continue reading
Don’t Cut Up Your Princess Express Credit Card!
I ran across this from Life, In a Nutshell! This is classic and a great laugh (and lesson too!) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zu0l7RGqb0]
Frugal Hacks: Choosing a Hobby Wisely
Each Tuesday, I get the opportunity to guest blog on Frugal Hacks. My specialty is the entertainment category and what could be more entertaining than exploring your hobbies and passions? It is a goal for me this year to get … Continue reading
WSBT-TV: Making Gourmet Coffee at Home
Each Tuesday I share my frugal ideas with our community on the morning show for our local news station, WSBT-TV. This week I shared on a topic that is near and dear to my heart- making your own gourmet coffee … Continue reading
Ask the Frugal Momma: How Do You Do Your Menu Plans?
Q: What is your experience and advice on planning a standing weekly dinner menu rather than planning out a month of meals? To save time, you pick either a meal or theme for each night of the week, and repeat … Continue reading





