When setting up a food budget there are several considerations. Families that want to be able to control how much they spend on food will need to take several factors into account. While the challenge of setting up a food budget may seem overwhelming, statistics show that those … [Read more...] about Frugal Family Food Budgets
Budgeting and Saving
DIY Guide to Patio Pavers for the Budget Conscious
If you want to add gorgeous pavements to your patio area but you think it is too expensive, then this article is for you. There are great ways to reduce the cost of installing pavement and adding retaining walls. In this article, we are going to focus more on simple DIY tips that … [Read more...] about DIY Guide to Patio Pavers for the Budget Conscious
The Diary Of An Inspired Mum
I have had a weekend off this weekend, and I was sorting out my desk on Saturday morning and came across an old journal from nearly four years ago ... I cannot share it with you in full detail as a lot of it is personal ...and probably pretty boring too, but some of the entries … [Read more...] about The Diary Of An Inspired Mum
Peer Pressure and Allowance
Fifteen-year-olds do not turn into crazed consumers overnight but there is hope. Recently a mother was shocked and bewildered when her son demanded she buy him the latest gadget while cursing and swearing at her. She felt hurt and threatened. She is not … [Read more...] about Peer Pressure and Allowance
Staying Cool in the Summer Without the A/C
If summer has come and your house is hot, you might look for ways to keep your home cool without using your air conditioner. Times are tight for everyone, and running the air conditioner can be really expensive, so here are ways to stay cool in the summer without relying too … [Read more...] about Staying Cool in the Summer Without the A/C
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to