How to Save Money on Glasses
I remember the first time my husband had to buy glasses. He didn't have access to a military hospital and we ended up paying out of pocket for his glasses. It was over $300 which was about 1/4 of our monthly paycheck. I immediately began dreading the day our children would need some specs. I knew I needed to find a way to save money on glasses.
Thankfully my children have great vision insurance, but most... read more ❯
7 Tips for Growing Strawberries in Containers
If you lack space or time to plant a garden, container gardening may be for you. Growing strawberries in containers is perfect for anyone who wants fresh fruit without all the hassle. When you keep a few simple tips in mind, you can grow fresh strawberries in containers all season long.
One huge benefit of container gardening is that you can start the growing season a little bit earlier by starting your plants inside.
If you are... read more ❯
How to Plan a Baking Day
Many people tell me that they do not have time to make healthy meals from scratch. I don't have much time either. That is why for the past few years I try to do all my baking on one day of the week.
Occasionally I will have a freezer cooking day, but I prefer to do my meal prep for the week on one day.
Baking day looks different every week because it changes based on my... read more ❯
The Best Marinades for Meat
When I first was young I had no idea how to cook meat. I quickly realized that meat required some kind of seasoning. I discovered Lawry's marinades and used them for years. They were good but not great. Over time I realized that a great marinade can make your grilled or broiled meat taste amazing. These three marinades are perfect for chicken, steak, or pork and you probably already have the ingredients in your kitchen.... read more ❯
Air Fryer Chicken Wings
This past Christmas I received an air fryer as a gift. I had put off purchasing one for a while because I wasn't sure if I would get enough use out of it to justify it taking up space in my kitchen. I'm so glad I got one because food tastes so much better in the air fryer! These air fryer chicken wings are sure to be a hit with anyone!
The best thing about... read more ❯
Spray Painted Mirror Makeover
If you ever find a cute mirror, picture frame, or wall hanging that you love but don't love the color of the frame you can fix it easily with spray paint. This spray painted mirror makeover was finished in an afternoon and completely changed the look of my entry.
There are so many spray paint options these days, you can basically transform anything in your home and give it a custom look. My sister gave... read more ❯