It's that time of year - the time for warm, delicious beverages. I have a couple of reusable coffee cups that I use for hot chocolate but because they are relatively thin plastic, it's not comfortable to hold them right away. That's where the DIY No-Sew Reusable Felt Cup Sleeve Koozy comes into play! This craft is beyond easy to make so it's ... Read More about Easy DIY No-Sew Reusable Felt Cup Sleeve Koozy
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Sharing the Road With School Buses
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), in 2017, there were 95 fatalities and 12,000 injuries, in school bus-related crashes. Also, according to the School Transportation News (STN), there are approximately 480,000 school buses, in the United States, that transport 26 million students to and from school each day. With that many buses out ... Read More about Sharing the Road With School Buses
A Guide to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
I attended my very first Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party a few of years ago with my friend, Debra, and it was far more fun than I ever could have prepared for! She taught me so much and I wanted to help others prepare for their next Not So Scary Party experience so I put together this handy-dandy guide to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween ... Read More about A Guide to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
Comparing Meal Kit Delivery and Grocery Shopping: Frugality, Convenience and More
If you watch network TV or use social media ever, no doubt you've seen countless advertisements for meal delivery kits. Such kits claim to save you money as well as make cooking easy and fun. But are they all they claim to be? In some cases, yes. Meal kits do work well for certain situations, although in others, you may save more money and time ... Read More about Comparing Meal Kit Delivery and Grocery Shopping: Frugality, Convenience and More
Driving Safely During Deer Season
According to an annual report from State Farm, between July 1, 2017 and June 30, 2018, there were 1.33 million vehicle collisions with deer (as well as caribou, elk and moose) in the United States. The report also shows that the top 10 states where deer-vehicle collisions are most likely to occur are West Virginia, Montana, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, ... Read More about Driving Safely During Deer Season
My Wellness Journey One Year Later – An Update
It was my goal to update my you on my weight loss experience every few months but then life happened and it's been a year since I last updated you on my wellness journey. So here I am to share what's worked, what hasn't and the things I've learned over the last 12 months. In April, I'd basically stopped all accountability for myself. I was no ... Read More about My Wellness Journey One Year Later – An Update
Kids Levi’s Apparel On Sale at Macy’s
I have such trouble finding pants to fit my 10 year old appropriately. Most jeans are just too big around the waist and too short in length. We play a crazy game of finding the correct size every year when we start back to school shopping. This year, though, I'm shopping at Macy's because they have kids Levi's apparel on sale! **Full ... Read More about Kids Levi’s Apparel On Sale at Macy’s
Fall Driving Safety Tips
While autumn is known for its colorful foliage, crisp air temperatures and pumpkin spice lattes, it is also a season known for its unpredictable weather and tricky road conditions. Here are a few smart driving tips to keep you safe on the roads this fall. *Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Watch out ... Read More about Fall Driving Safety Tips
Doorbuster Deal at Office Depot & Office Max: 50% Off Backpacks
My kids headed back to school earlier this week. And this year, I'm doing something crazy and heading back to school with them! I'll be substituting on the campus my youngest child attends. Since Office Depot & Office Max stores have everything my kids (and me!) need for back to school, including backpacks for 50% off, I'm hitting up the store ... Read More about Doorbuster Deal at Office Depot & Office Max: 50% Off Backpacks
Must-Do Activities in Brownwood, Texas
Because Texas occupies about 268,581 square miles, it's nearly impossible (for me) to know all the cities and towns in this great state. Brownwood, Texas is just one of the many places I didn't know existed until recently. The town is home to Howard Payne University and is located just over 187 miles (roughly 3 hours) from San Antonio. **Full ... Read More about Must-Do Activities in Brownwood, Texas