College Grads 2011: A Health Insurance Family Feud
The tug-o-war between providing for your children and encouraging their independence never seems to end. Of…
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It’s sad to throw away Christmas cards. There’s a bit of guilt when you don’t keep some of them. Hoarding them in a box for years seems as…
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Valentine’s Day is the perfect time for chocolate, and it’s never too early to plan for the sweet stuff. These recipes are all quick and easy to prepare.…
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Chocolate is the perfect way to end a romantic dinner on a sweet note. Instead of buying dessert for Valentine’s Day, bake it yourself. Here are three decadent…
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Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? Don’t wait until the last minute. Desperation leads to cliche gifts gone wrong, like a half-dead rose or driving all over town…
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Valentine’s Day can be the most frustrating holiday. I see the tension rise as couples scramble to find the perfect romantic gift idea that isn’t a cliche or…
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Do You Fondue? This dipping pot of bubbling goodness is back in style. It’s essential to learn about fondue cooking, so you can cook safely and easily, without…
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Valentine’s Day is often synonymous with lush velvety looking red roses and spending big bucks on your sweetie. You’re blinded by advertisements touting the latest luxury jewelry, over-priced…
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Charlie’s soap winner »
This contest was sponsored by Charlie’s Soap (http://www.charliesoap.com/). Congratulations to Nodmicks! Nodmicks has won: A 17 oz bottle of all-purpose cleaner and an 80 load container of laundry powder. Thank you to everyone…
May 9 2011 / No Comment / Read More »Frugal Tips
Seek out alternative uses for products »
Lean toward buying products that offer alternate and multiple purposes. A few examples include vinegar, rubbing alcohol, witch hazel, baking soda and Fels-Naptha.…
January 5 2012 / 1 Comment / Read More »Keep the cold out this winter »
During the cold months, your utility bills can be considerably higher. You can combat this by scheduling an energy audit through your utility…
January 4 2012 / No Comment / Read More »Try homemade natural cleaners »
You can replace some store-bought cleaning products with safer alternatives that are easy to make and economical. The basic ingredients are items that…
January 4 2012 / 1 Comment / Read More »Make homemade ice packs »
There’s no need to buy ice packs. You can make them yourself. To make a gel ice pack, you’ll need two zip-enclosure freezer…
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