Each MidWestern winter brings with it the threat of power outages, which could mean a lack of ability to keep warm inside our homes, increasing the danger of hypothermia in both young and old. Although power outages generally occur with little warning, thankfully, there are some ways that one can prepare not only for winter, … Read more
Sometimes going to the store is not an option. It’s the end of the month and you are out of grocery money You’re in the middle of a snowstorm (or a global pandemic) You’re trying to save money by shopping less often Whatever the reason, you need a plan for feeding a hungry family using … Read more
Shopping your pantry can be both fun and economical. We are currently trying to stay out of all public spaces, the grocery store included. So, my pantry has become ground zero for planning a variety of meals, without leaving the house. Here’s a look at my tried and true method for meal-planning using primarily items … Read more
This post begins with an admission. For years, I have purchased gifts at a small fraction of their full retail price and kept them stored in my closet for future gift-giving occasions. However, the area of my bedroom, affectionately referred to as my “gift stash” was an absolute train wreck! There was no way to … Read more
I think I’m somehow hardwired to morph into full-on nesting mode during the cold, winter months. I think it’s the amount of time I spend indoors, due to the frigid temperatures outdoors. This week marked the apex of my seasonal quandary. I had overspent my grocery budget in the first week of the year, meaning … Read more
I read somewhere many years ago that disorder costs you money. At the time, I thought, “No, it doesn’t cost me anything.” However, since that time, I have found this statement to be true time and time again. Your pantry is the perfect example of the principle. How many times do you head to the … Read more
