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How To Have A Wedding Under $5000
We got married 8 years ago in May. The average cost of a wedding was $33,931. There was no way we were

40 Broke Meals To Keep Your Budget Under Control
When money is tight, meals don’t need to be fancy. They just need to be filling, affordable, and made from what you

30 Different Ways To Enjoy Rice
Rice is a cheap, reliable staple in many cultures around the world, and for good reason. It’s filling, affordable, and incredibly versatile.

25 Simple, Budget-Friendly, Low Effort Meals
These are the kinds of meals that don’t require a recipe. They’re low effort meals- so little mental effort needs to be

The DIY Nail Set We Made for Our Girls
My 2 older daughters went with me to get manicures while we were in Korea. I thought it would be a fun

Pantry Staples That Save Time and Money
These are the pantry staples I always keep in our house. With these basics, plus fresh veggies and meat, I can make
Meal Plans

Lazy Cooking Meal Prep That Actually Works For Real Life
If you’re a busy human, it’s likely that you have thought about meal prep and what you can do ahead of time

Another Affordable WIC Meal Plan To Get You Through
This WIC meal plan is designed to be realistic, affordable, and easy to follow. It uses common WIC foods and assumes you

Lazy Tacos For A Crowd On A Budget
For my daughter’s birthday she wanted tacos. I was looking at how much it would cost to buy them from Taco Bell-

40 Broke Meals To Keep Your Budget Under Control
When money is tight, meals don’t need to be fancy. They just need to be filling, affordable, and made from what you

A Simple 2 Week Pregnancy Meal Plan For One
This meal plan is designed for one pregnant woman for 2 weeks. Since eating a variety of foods is important during pregnancy,

30 Different Ways To Enjoy Rice
Rice is a cheap, reliable staple in many cultures around the world, and for good reason. It’s filling, affordable, and incredibly versatile.
Airbnb Posts

Simple Airbnb Staging Tips That Make a Big Difference
Staging your Airbnb doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive to make an impact. Small, thoughtful changes can completely transform how your

Easy Airbnb Meals Simple Recipes For Travelers
Cooking while traveling doesn’t have to be stressful. If you’re staying in an Airbnb and want simple, affordable meals without relying on

Airbnb Specialized Cleaning Supplies That Make All the Difference
A sparkling clean Airbnb is one of the fastest ways to earn 5-star reviews and happy return guests. Sometimes guests leave the

The Ultimate Airbnb Cleaning Essentials You’ll Actually Use
A sparkling clean Airbnb is one of the fastest ways to earn 5-star reviews and happy return guests. Having the right cleaning

How To Have A Functional Home And Airbnb
For a couple of years we have been renting our own living space on Airbnb while we go on trips. This means

Everything We Bought For Our Airbnb Glamping Set Up
This year we decided to take a risk and set up a tent in our back yard for glamping. We actually lived
All Travel Posts

9 Items You Don’t Want To Forget in Japan With Kids
Traveling with kids comes with lots of stuff, but here are some things you might not think to have at all times

Things I Regret Not Bringing To Mexico
At the beginning of last year our family took a trip to Mexico for a month. During our trip I had several

What To Pack For A Road Trip With Kids
When you’re packing for a road trip with kids, there are many things that you need to make sure you have on

What You Need To Buy For A Trip Somewhere Warm With A Baby
When my first kid was 5 months old we traveled to Hawaii as a family for about a week. My husband’s boss

15 Travel Items That Are NOT Essential
If you’ve ever searched for essential travel items, you’re likely to be bombarded with a million convivence items that are not necessary.

13 Things That Are Different About Driving In Alaska
I have spent my whole life in Alaska and when I travel to other places, I realize how unique Alaska’s driving conditions
All Lifestyle Posts

Korea And Japan, Key Differences Travelers Should Know
Last year, my family had the opportunity to travel to both Korea and Japan, and while they’re often mentioned together, the experiences

Easy Peasy DIY Sidewalk Paint Kids Will Love
Sidewalk paint is easy peasy to make and uses just two simple ingredients you probably already have at home. It comes together

How To Have A Wedding Under $5000
We got married 8 years ago in May. The average cost of a wedding was $33,931. There was no way we were

Simple Airbnb Staging Tips That Make a Big Difference
Staging your Airbnb doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive to make an impact. Small, thoughtful changes can completely transform how your

How I Made Homeschool Binders For My Young Kids
I’m just starting my homeschool journey with my 6, and 4 year olds. My oldest has been self teaching himself since he

What’s In My Purse, Everyday Essentials I Carry
When I was in high school, my church youth pastor often would play a game called what’s in your wallet? It had