Saving Money
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
Everything We Got For Our Airbnb Queen Room
My husband and I started an Airbnb in the summer and then we decided to also rent out our ow space while
Everything We Bought For Our Airbnb Bathroom
We started up our Airbnb in May and our bathroom needed to have a big update. It’s a bathroom with a stand
Everything We Bought For Our New Airbnb Twin Room
My husband and I decided to start up an Airbnb this summer. It was something we had discussed for a while, but
Everything We Bought For Our New Airbnb King Room
We started an Airbnb rental this summer. My husband and I grew up with our families having rentals, so it was quite
All Travel 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
Snack Bags for Kids on the Go Travel-Friendly Ideas
Traveling with kids can be unpredictable, but having the right snacks on hand makes the journey so much smoother. Snack bags not
Best Kid Friendly Activities In Tokyo Japan
Traveling to Japan with kids can be an unforgettable adventure, but finding family-friendly activities is key to making the trip enjoyable for
Why We Choose To Travel With Kids, Even Though It’s Stressful
Travel with kids can be stressful, there’s really no way around it. Kids like routine and unless you have your own private
How Our Family Can Afford To Go On Big Trips
In 2024, my husband and I went on a month long trip to Mexico with our 3 children. In 2025 we went
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
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