Using a yard of corduroy I’ve had for over a decade, I sewed my three-year-old a simple pair of elastic-waist pants (no pockets or zippers). The fabric was leftover fabric from a dress that I sewed for my eldest daughter. He loves that he can pull up the pants by himself and there are no…
Every year there are articles and advertisements for Christmas gifts under $25. Sometimes, they are for stocking stuffers under $25. Every time I see these articles, I think a couple of things. First, I think that if each of the gifts I gave cost $25 each, it would be extremely expensive. Second, I think about…
My husband gave one of our sons a haircut. I watched several YouTube tutorials to learn how to do several things I needed to do this week. I then followed through and did those things. I made a doube batch of laundry soap. My youngest had recently broken favorite mixing bowl. I love a ceramic…
I pulled out the beginnings of the Christmas decorations and began decorating this week. I hung faux wreaths on the front doors, in the living room windows, and a garland over the mirror. I put down a white table runner and decorated it with Christmas decorations I already had. We put out the nativity with…
I replaced the elastic in two pairs of sweat pants for my 3-year-old. These were hand-me-downs from my older boys. They’ve been sitting in storage for 11 years, so the elastic needed to be replaced. I had previously purchased bulk elastic on sale from Wawak for this purpose. I kept the sprinklers and drip irrigation…
Today, I’m thankful for hugs. What are you thankful for today?
My husband and I walked outside right before leaving to a photography session to check to see if we were dressed warmly enough. While we stood outside, it started to snow! It snowed for about 30 seconds, tiny balls of snow that at first looked like hail. It then turned to slush and rain. I…
I am thankful today for the chance to enjoy the holiday at home with my family. Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving!
I’m thankful we were able to get our van fixed in a timely manner! What are you thankful for today?
I’m grateful our friends were able to pick us up because our van had stopped working. We had planned a visit with them and it was great to get to see them for a short visit while they were in town. I’m also thankful that our van started again and we were able to drive…
Today, I’m thankful for the help of a friend to my husband twice today. What are you thankful for today?
Here’s how we saved money this week: I used my park pass to take my two youngest to the park to see the ducks, the Canadian Geese, and the American Coons. My youngest loved them, but my three-year-old told me he never wants to see geese again! They’re about the same size as he is….