The other day Amber (Thrifty Ninja) and I were discussing weekly post ideas that we both could take part in. She came up with the brilliant idea that we should attempt different projects we see on Pinterest. We both love that site and are on there several times a day. We know most of what…
Category: Live Frugal
Frugal Living includes tips for New England residents and families on how to live a more frugal lifestyle.
Why Should You Shop at Goodwill?
I know there are people out there who are opposed to shopping at places like Goodwill. There are some that view it as trashy, but lets face it, most of us are pinched for money. We can’t afford expensive clothing brands. Places like Goodwill sell clothing that is still in good condition for a fraction…
The Top 10 Things to do in Maine
If you’re planning on visiting Maine or would like some ideas of places to take your family that you may not have visited before, this list of the top 10 things to do in Maine is for you. Not all of these places are cheap to visit, so if you’re looking for more frugal ideas,…
Shaw’s Supermarket Ad Deals – 8/31 to 9/6
Here are the really good deals that can be found at Shaw’s Supermarket this week. Remember to make sure you have your Shaw’s Reward Card handy. If you don’t have one, make sure to get one. Produce: Cantaloupe: 2/$4 Raspberries: 2/ $4 Blackberries: 2/$4 Cut Seedless Watermelon: $.49.lb Loose Corn: 10/$2 Maine Potatoes (5lbs.): $2.49…
Fitness Friday: Boxer Babe Workout from Tiffany Rothe
A couple weeks back I posted the Booty Shaking Waist Workout and today I’m going to share another Tiffany Rothe workout routine. This one is ten minutes in length. I’ve tried it before and was left sweating afterwards. If a workout challenges me while allowing me to have fun, it’s one I’ll come back to….
Quick Bathroom Sink Cleaning Trick
I’m always looking for quick, cheap and easy ways to clean areas of my house. Here is a quick tip to clean your bathroom sink that will take under two minutes to do. It’s something you can do before bed every night or when you’re getting ready in the morning. TIP: Pour some hydrogen peroxide on a…
Tuna Rollup Recipe
Many years ago, when I was still a kid, my mom found a very similar recipe to this one in a magazine. It became a favorite of my dad, my brother and me. Here now I am, a mom of two, and it’s a meal I make for my me and my daughter. I make…
What a great freebie! Thanks, Mom!
About two weeks ago my mother purchased the newest MyTouch. She wanted to upgrade from the one she currently has. She told me I could have her old one since my HTC is a pile of crap. When the new one came in, she tried it out and found that she doesn’t get as good…
McKinnon’s Market in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Today I spent several hours at McKinnon’s Market in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to celebrate their one-year anniversary at their Portsmouth location. I helped my younger brother with a demo for the company we work for, PaneBelle’s, a producer of organic and gluten-free products. We gave out samples of our premade gluten-free pizza and our gluten-free…
Mommy Monday: Help for Puffy Eyes
This morning I woke up like I do most mornings, with puffy eyes. Because of my allergies, poor sleep habits, stress, and other contributing factors, this is a very common occurance for me, as it is for most moms. In fact, most of us rarely get the sleep we need because we are worrying about…