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Strategies for a Successful Summer Break – Many schools are already off for the summer and hundreds more will be off within the next 2 weeks. Being off school for summer break can be an adjustment for parents and kids. We move from a regimented 5 day a week schedule to the lazy days of summer and many of us even throw in a family vacation. Below are some tips to help you have a successful summer break. [Read more…]
Wowza…. Here’s a feel good story that’ll tug on your heart strings! Have you ever heard of Sharp Dressed Man? Well, it’s a local NON-profit based right here in good ‘ole Maryland, and its dedicated to helping men better themselves! When I read this story, I just had to share because [Read more…]
Have you ever wondered how some of these savvy shoppers know what is on sale each month and what is on clearance so you can stock up on the cheapest sale items? Well I have the answer…. [Read more…]
I’ve been reading some really interesting stats this year, two of which really make sense and grabbed my attention! Every year folks all over the globe set resolutions for the incoming year and somehow magically expect to change their lives after the stroke of midnight…. As well meaning as we may be (your truly included) we sometimes need a little help. Below are some interesting tidbits.
1) The more people you share your New Years Resolution with, the more you are likely to keep the resolution
2) 80% of New Years Resolutions have something to do with weight or health! Wowza!
So, here’s your lesson: Shout it out! Post your resolution(s) on Facebook, tweet it, tell your neighbors, tell everyone and you’ll be less likely to eat that cookie so you can shed the lbs to get yourself healthy!
How to Elf Your Neighbor
Have you been Elf-ed? Sometimes it’s called jingled, but usually, the game is called Elf-ed. Spreading Christmas cheer just as the Elf’s do, you too can start a holiday tradition right in your own neighborhood this year! This is a fun game we all enjoy in our neighborhood, and each of us tries to be the first little Elf of the year! Are you wondering how to elf your neighbor? Here’s how it works! [Read more…]
Are you a mom in need of a serious laugh and night on the town?? Well I have the perfect solution to life’s problem…. the IMOMSOHARD: The Getaway Tour coming to the beautiful MGM National Harbor on Thursday September 23rd at 8pm. This is a one of a kind, laugh the night away event every mom deserves and I’m giving away 2 tickets. #IMOMSOHARD began as a popular web-series by real-life best friends, comedians, and moms Kristin and Jen. They have sold-out two national tours, written a New York Times Best Selling book, landed branded deals with Fortune 100, and taped a standup comedy special for Amazon Prime Video. [Read more…]
Well these are certainly the days that dreams are made of! I love camping! It’s frugal, its fun, and it gives my family such an awesome opportunity to connect and enjoy mother nature. Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware is the Mid-Atlantic’s best kept secret and with my used camper I picked up for $1,500 about 4 years ago we have a BLAST! It’s a stock camper so it pulls easily behind my mini van. Read about my adventures and check out the photos….. It’s not too late to plan your frugal trip camping to the beach and Cape Henlopen should surely be on your bucket list! [Read more…]
If you haven’t heard the news, Maryland is offering TAX FREE shopping for back to school clothing and the Queenstown Premium Outlets is offering some amazing bargains to entice shoppers this week. My daughter grew 1″ in 8 weeks over this summer so we had no choice but to hit the stores and shop for back to school fashions! We shop comfort 1st then fashion 2nd so we hit the Adidas Outlet and were quite pleased! [Read more…]
With all of the chemicals in the world today, as a mom I try my best to be very aware of the ingredients in lotions and insect repellents that touch the skin of my kiddos. I want protection plus peace of mind that I’ve done all I could. My teen son was diagnosed with Lymes Disease at about 4 years old. There was no “bulls-eye” like you read in magazines and it was incredibly difficult to know he needed help at such a young age. [Read more…]
PoshMark for Beginners: Another season has come and gone, the kids have grown some more and you’ve got a pile of clothes to clear out… PoshMark is your answer! This article will help you clear out your closet, earn some side cash and possibly, just maybe, launch a new side hustle if you’re really motivated! [Read more…]