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Skillet Ziti With Chicken & Broccoli

I had several new recipes for this month’s planner that I was trying and wanted to review for you guys. This first recipe comes from the America’s Test Kitchen Family Cookbook, a favorite cookbook in my collection. The cookbook includes … Continue reading


Looking for Talented Writers

Update: Thank you to everyone who has emailed me. I have received sixteen responses and I think that is all I can handle right now. I will let you guys know when we need more writers for the Family section … Continue reading


Freebie Friday: September 12, 2008

A big thank you to Heather, from Freebies 4 Mom, for helping to contribute to our list. If you don’t want to wait all week for your samples, be sure to visit her blog regularly for your weekly freebie scoop! … Continue reading


Amy’s Notebook 09.11.08

Did you miss my notebook last week? Please say yes! Here she is back in her full glory again, with a fresh new set of linky loving for my sweet blogging friends! Remember anything that you like out of the … Continue reading


Notebook Experiments: Can We Survive a Money-Free Weekend?

Experiment: Can our family survive a money-free weekend? Experiment Taken From: Notebook Entry 07.24.08 Materials Needed: Please see The Simple Dollar for the full instructions on ideas for completing this task. Since it is a money-free weekend, you can bet … Continue reading


Finding Deals on Eye & Vision Care

Piggybacking on our discussion on going without vision and dental coverage, I got the opportunity to share with WSBT some ways that families can save on their eye coverage. I researched contact lense prices, discount programs that you can take … Continue reading


Free 2 Year Subscription to Parent’s Magazine

I doubt this offer will last long. Head over to ValueMags and pick up a 2 year subscription to Parent’s Magazine for free! Your subscription should start within six to eight weeks! Enjoy!


Me On You Tube: Save Money With a Baking Day

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Yt7detUIqw] Emily & I decided to have a chat with you in our pajamas while preparing for our day of baking. Setting aside one day out of the week to work on baking and the prep work for mealtime can … Continue reading


Play it Again, Momma: Pumpkin Spice Lattes

With the Pumpkin Spice Latte season upon me, I thought it would be great to bring this little entry back for your viewing pleasure! After all, I can’t be the only one with a Pumpkin Spice Latte addiction! My absolute … Continue reading


Tip #36 For Reducing Your Grocery Budget

Today I provided a list of 35 Ways to Save on Your Grocery Budget that I hope will be really helpful for families. I want to add a #36 though that I know would make your day… how about free … Continue reading