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Unique Summer Recipes Roundup
We all know summer is the best time for family dinners, picnics by the lake, and late night BBQs. This unique summer recipes roundup is full of some of my favorite recipes that are perfect for your next family dinner or potluck. From easy-to-make dips and refreshing salads, these recipes will have everyone begging for seconds! There’s a little somethin’ for everyone. Summer is here and that means you’re looking for new, tasty recipes to make with your family. The best part of summer cooking is all the fresh ingredients you can find at the farmer’s market or in season at your local grocery store! In this post, we’ll share…
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Last Minute Summer Activities – Frugal Back to School Prep
Do you have back to school on the brain yet? We are right in the middle of summer vacation, but it is coming up quickly! There were so many summer bucket list ideas in my brain, but now we’re down to crunch time. It’s time to pull out as many fun, last minute summer activities as I can before back to school season gets here. Despite my procrastination, summer will end before I know it. So, I am starting to think about what activities the kids and I can do before the first day of school and other things I can do now to be more prepared for the back…
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Amazing Summer Bucket List Ideas For The Whole Family!
Summer is here and before the kids start talking about how bored they are, it’s a good time to plan ahead. So here are some of my favorite summer bucket list ideas for the whole family. No matter what, we are determined to make this summer the best one yet! First things first, if your family likes to keep a routine, even during summer, these routine charts for kids are free to print and are super cute. Having a routine chart can bring a sense of normalcy when the schedule has changed so much. Take your child’s routine one step further with a planner like this digital one: My Magic Planner.…
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11+ Frugal Ideas for School Lunches Kids Will Actually Eat
Summer is coming to an end and school is about to start. That of course means it’s time to get back into a school year routine. Part of that routine in many households is packing school lunches. Ideas for school lunches are endlessly available, but I’ve gathered a few favorites here. Plus I’m sharing some tips to help you make the most of lunchtime and your budget! Packed lunches are a great option when your child isn’t too fond of what the school has to offer or you want a little more control over what your child is eating. Of course, sometimes, the more frugal option is to pay for lunch…
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How To Save Money on School Supplies
The cost of sending the kids back to school can easily put you behind financially, especially if you aren’t able to set money aside ahead of time. Don’t let that school supply list intimidate you. Here’s a list of tips that will help you save money on school supplies this year. How much should I spend on back to school supplies? Whatever you can afford and feel is appropriate for your family. It really all depends on your budget, size of your family, the age of your children, type of school they attend, and so on. It’s not hard to spend several hundred dollars on school supplies, especially if you…
