I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. Have you ever been out and about and been hit with nausea out of the blue? I have. Not pretty. Nothing happened (or rather cem up) but I was pretty miserable for a time. I don't get nauseous often but when I do I would give anything to have something safe on hand to relieve the feeling. And quick! I was recently sent Sea-Band Mama!, Sea-Band Original, and Sea-Band for Children products to … [Read more...]
Support for the Homemaker
Sometimes I think my goal in life is to support. Support my husband, my mother, my child, and all those who come across my path that I am able to support. I feel the need to help where I can. I'm wired that way. Do what I can for my fellow friend or family member (not necessarily in that order). I think that God gave me that nurturing spirit. And I think to go with it is what works best for me or at least when I am at my best. Maybe I should set up my desk with a sign saying "How Can I Help You?" It makes me laugh but it's true. It's why I started this blog/website over 10 years … [Read more...]
Dollar Stretcher tips for September 14, 2017
Here are your Dollar Stretcher tips for September 14, 2017 Instead of Dryer Sheets If you don't want to spend the money on dryer sheets or you are sensitive to the fragrance, you can take a piece of foil and ball it up to about golf ball size to get rid of the static without fragrance. And, it'll last you all year. L. Kids Clothing If you're looking for kids clothing deals, check eBay. Search for "Boys size 6 Lot" for example (LOT is the important word here). It'll be a big jumble of clothes. Instead of going through consignment stores piecing it all together, you can get a ton of pieces … [Read more...]
Learning More about Cultures and History with Books by Carole P. Roman {Review}
A few weeks ago we received 4 more lovely books on culture and history to review from author Carole P. Roman (yes that's her below). Have you heard that name before? Carole P. Roman. If not then you've haven't been reading this blog long. This is the 3rd time we've been blessed to get some kid sized cultural and historical education reading in with these books by Carole P. Roman. Members of the Homeschool Review Crew were able to pick several books by Carole P. Roman. The 4 titles we received were.... If You Were Me and Lived in…the Ancient Mali Empire is about the Ancient … [Read more...]
What to Say When Asked About Working at Home
What do you say when your friend asks you about working at home? My friend and neighbor texted me this week. She needed me to help look after her sweet children while she went back to work. Our texts back and forth consisted of me assuring her that all will be well and I've got her back. Her texts to me were of how much she will miss her babies and how it's time to start looking for work at home solutions. Oh! How I wish I had the information she needs right now! I know how to blog at home, but how to have it replace an income? It hasn't quite happened for me so I'm not sure I can tell … [Read more...]
Dollar Stretcher Tips for September 7, 2017
Dollar Stretcher Tips for September 7, 2017 Bill Time Reminder Before I buy anything that's not a necessity, I wait until I pay my monthly bills. If I don't have money left after the bills, I have to really want something to put it on my credit card. I find that many of the purchases that I delay never happen. Milo I Wish I Knew Then... What financial advice would I give my 18-year-old self? I wish I'd known about Index funds MUCH earlier! I would have had a lot more money invested due to fees and salaries paid to others who were just using what I could have been using and making money … [Read more...]
Swimming as a Cardio Exercise for the Whole family
Early this summer my husband proposed taking swimming classes as a family. I was not amused. It's no secret that swimming is not my favorite sport. Although I did spend a lot of my free time at the local swim club when I was a child. And again as a teen. Learning the rudimentary basics of swimming is something I've never done. I've always been fascinated that people can keep their heads above water when their feet can't touch. And how they move effortlessly through the water with simple arm and leg movements. Since swimming is great cardio exercise, something I desperately need to … [Read more...]
September 2017 Printable Editable Cleaning Calendar {FREE}
The September 2017 Cleaning Calendar Freebie is available for download. This year, at Homemaking Organized, it isn't about buying new organizing tools (although I'm not totally against that) but just about cleaning and organizing what we have so that not only will it look nice but we can find our belongings. Homemaking Organized often reflects what is happening in my own home and this past August my little family and I got a hankering to tidy up our own home. So often things can get out of hand if you don't stay on top of them and we were quickly headed that way even though we had … [Read more...]
Dollar Stretcher Tips for August 31, 2017
Here are your Dollar Stretcher Tips for August 31, 2017 Paying the Bill Treat your savings account like it is your credit card and make payments to fill it back up as you pull the money out. Donald via Facebook Back to College If you have a child who drives and is away at college, inform the insurance company. They won't charge for the months they won't be driving. Judy via Facebook Your Car Title My husband and I are both 52. From here on out, any vehicles we purchase will be titled to "him or her" (not just him and not just her) because when one of us passes, it will be easier for … [Read more...]
Update Home Decor with What You Have Around the House
Just about everyone who owns a home wishes for beautiful Home Decor. I'm no different. I love watching home shows when the hosts whip up a space in seemingly no time with lovely placement of furniture and gorgeous home furnishings. I wish I too had a hubby that could build Pottery Barn wishes with dumped scraps he found by the road. But the reality is hubby is more adept at demo than the decor and Pottery Barn has to stay wishes for we have no Pottery Barn cash. So instead I love rearranging things and moving items from room to room to create a whole new look for what I had just … [Read more...]