“Good Morning Texas” Segment: Super Bowl Savings Tips, plus Win a...

According to the National Retail Federation, this year, the average Super Bowl party will cost the host $82.19, which is the highest in the...

NBC5 Segment: “College Move-In Tips” (Pack & Hold, Registries, Dorm-in-a-Box, FREE...

It's time, parents! Your baby bird is preparing to leave the nest and head off to college. Are you ready??? I shared some thoughts...
Saving Money at the Movies

Saving Money at the Movies

Let's face it, taking the family to the movies can make a big dent in the wallet. Consider $10 tickets, $5 boxes of candy,...

5 Reasons Why Moms LOVE Monday

I've always LOVED Mondays. I know, I know...this thinking goes against the norm. Because this is how most people feel about the day: But I think...

Be a Part of the Teal Pumpkin Project & Support Kids...

I first learned about the Teal Pumpkin Project last year when my friend posted this sweet picture on Facebook of her daughter who has...
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5 Ways to Teach Your Kids to Be Thrifty (Watch my...

  I grew up in a very frugal household. My dad was a CPA, which meant he was always keenly aware of how and why we spent money. And...

New Water Attraction! Kymera DFW Electric Jet Body Board, GREAT Fun...

  For those of you in the DFW area, check out this hot new outdoor activity!    Kymera DFW is now open and my family tried...

Ways to Earn Extra Money

We're always looking for ideas to add a little more cash to our pockets. But even if you're limited by time or skill-set, there are still plenty of...
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Make a Summer Bucket List With Your Kiddos

Most of us are looking forward to summer and spending more time with our kids, but the lack of schedule can sometimes make it...
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5 Creative and Affordable Valentine’s Date Ideas!

Valentine's Day will soon be here. Yep, it's the holiday created by Hallmark and Hershey's designed to pressure people into spending too much money, in...

Smithsonian Magazine’s FREE Museum Admission Day

The annual Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day LIVE! event is Saturday, September 23rd and hundreds of museums across the country are offering FREE admission. You can download your ticket HERE!...
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A Backyard “Camping” Themed Birthday Party

Are you looking for some camping party ideas? Well, I was going through some old pictures on my computer and realized I used to throw...
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No-Brainer Ways to Save Starbucks

Are you a Starbucks junkie? Oh, it is a treat alright, but it can also put a serious dent in your wallet with each...