Thanks to Marianne for this reminder. Raid your pantry! Tomorrow (Saturday) your mail carrier will be picking up donations of non-perishable food items right from the curbside! Could giving to others in need get any easier than this?I am off to … [Read more...]

I was just chatting with a fellow blogger the other day about the subject of comments in the blogosphere. Then today, I came across this excellent post just begging to be shared.As much as I love saving time, using Google Reader to speed through … [Read more...]

I posted a new poll this week, as usual, just for fun (on the right). If you are using a reader, please visit Keeping the Kingdom First for full content.I was curious as to what frugal season of life you may find yourself in. The last option I … [Read more...]

Who doesn't love a great giveaway? Swing by Hip Mama's Place for a chance to win some fabulous Mother's Day prizes.*Note: I am so NOT a hip or trendy mama in any way, shape or form; I hope that does not disqualify me!Thanks, Nessa, for the heads … [Read more...]

I like this new little twist Shannon threw in this week. What Doesn't Work for Me Wednesday, now that is clever!Trouble is, I just have too many random thoughts about the multitude of failures over my lifetime. Of course, I have learned important … [Read more...]

Thanks, Andrea, for sharing this! Here's How It Works:1. Kids read any 8 books.2. Kids use the Summer Reading Journal to tell us their favorite part of each book. A parent/guardian signs it when it's complete.3. Children bring their completed journal … [Read more...]