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s This post was a labor of love because I wanted it to be chock full of our favorite things – and there are a lot I purposefully waited to put it together because I wanted to have time to actually see what we used instead of throwing a random list together. Any of these things would make amazing gifts, and remember – what works for us may not work for someone else. A large part of this post is very personal, and I hope y’all find it helpful! Turn on your JavaScript to view content Deluxe+ Dock Dock-A-Tot –...

However, when done without enough planning, they can be boring or even frustrating for everyone involved. In order to make sure you’re creating the best experience for your whole family, make sure to start planning early. And to help, we’ve made this resource on family activities and fun things to do with kids, just for you. Jump to: Preparing for Fun Activities for Kids and Things To Do With Family Fun Things To Do On Weekends Indoor Activities for Kids Backyard Activities For Kids At Home Local Kid Friendly Activities Family Fun: Other Kid Friendly Activities and Resources Preparing for...

My grandma would make the best pies ever! If you love pumpkin pie as much as we do try this Pumpkin Pie Sheet Cake, Pumpkin Pecan Pie Bars, Pumpkin Pie Icebox Cake or Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Whipping Cream. Grandma’s Famous Pumpkin Pie My grandma was an amazing cook but an even better baker. She knew how to make the best breads, cookies, and pies out there. She made a home cooked meal each night for her eight children. She spent most of her life in the kitchen and was the hardest working grandma I know. My grandma...

Saving money, and monitoring budgets, can be hard work, particularly when you’ve got a family to provide for. Is it really possible for families to be frugal without losing their minds? Absolutely! We love frugal tips at SAHM. In fact it’s the very core of our attitude when it comes to families and spending. Being frugal doesn’t always need to be about missing out, sometimes, it’s about making smart choices now, for rewards later. Here are some of our favourite frugal tips. Let us know yours as well! Food 1. Shop Seasonally and Locally Hit the farmers market and get an...