Monthly Archives: January 2012

Frugal tip #4 Establish a relationship with Service people

We all rely on others who are experts in their field to help us, whether it is our doctor, mechanic or plumber.  And having a relationship with these folks makes life so much easier, and in some cases less expensive.  … Continue reading

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Frugal tips #3 Learn a craft

I have come from a long line of ladies who did incredibly beautiful hand work.  My grandmother Husband made embroidered everything table clothes, napkins, pillow cases, dish towels, samplers, handkerchiefs, etc.  And my Grandmother Vasquez was known for her weaving, spinning, knitting … Continue reading

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Winner announced in the Purex/ Jockey Drawing

Congrats to Amanda, the winner of the Purex Crystals and Jockey sports bra drawing!  Thanks to all for entering, so sorry I could not send one to all who entered. Keep watching, there will be more give-a-ways soon.    

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Purex and Jockey give away ending soon

Don’t forget to enter to win a Jockey sports bra and Purex Crystals fabric softener.  Enter today! 

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Frugal Tips continued, #2

With the beginning of the year and now tax time just around the corner we are still focusing on saving money.  Here are some ideas that you might be able to put to use in your home. Use what you … Continue reading

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Purex Crystals and Jockey Sports Bra Give a way

Purex is sponsoring another product give away, and Jockey has joined too.  This is a great way to start the new year with a wonderful new sports bra and fabric softener.  Here are the details: Winner will received a coupon … Continue reading

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Purex UltraPacks and Crystals- product reviews

Purex is bringing out new products right and left.  I guess this should help to add some excitement to laundry day, or at least help to eliminate some of the boredom.  Here is a review of these new products. Purex UltraPacks … Continue reading

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“Then Sings My Soul” book review

“Then Sings My Soul” by Robert J Morgan, book review This is the third in a series that tells the stories behind some of the famous hymns.  Morgan has chosen some well know and others that may not be familiar … Continue reading

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“The Money Saving Mom’s Budget” book review

“The Money Saving Mom’s Budget” is the new book by blogger Crystal Paine.  I found her blog about 2 years ago when my teenage daughter sent me a link for coupon match ups.  I have enjoyed Crystal’s posts and articles and … Continue reading

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Easy winter dinner idea

Winter has finally arrived here and we even had some snow yesterday.  The high temp today was not above freezing.  But inside we are warm and cozy with our wood stove.  Again I am thankful to my husband and son … Continue reading

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