I vaguely remember the days before I had kids when I could shop for hours at a time for fun. Times have sure changed. As a busy mom I want to spend as little time shopping in stores as possible especially with the kids tow. Here are the ways that I save money and time […]
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Free Printable No Soliciting Sign That Works!
If you live in a neighborhood without a gate, chances are solicitors are going to stop by your home. Solicitors are a problem because they are often annoying, pushy and rude. They also manage to stop by your home at the most inconvenient times. Solicitors have a knack for waking sleeping babies and toddlers and […]
How to Solve Kitchen Counter Clutter
The kitchen is the heart of the home and also the dumping ground for the majority of our clutter. At the end of a long day, it is easy to want to dump stuff on the kitchen counter, walk away and relax. Counter clutter creates many problems in the home. It prevents you from using […]
17 Essential Items Every Soccer Mom Needs
I survived my first Saturday as a soccer mom this weekend and it was a learning experience. I spent nearly 3 hours in the sun watching my kids play. In temperatures pushing 105 degrees that is no small feat. I quickly learned that there are certain items that make surviving soccer or sports Saturdays far […]
20 Must Have Kitchen Tools for Busy Moms
When you are preparing meals for your family, you want to be able to prepare them quickly and without hassle. There is nothing worse than not being able to finish preparing a meal correctly because you have the wrong kitchen tool, gadget or cooking equipment. As someone who does not love to cook, I have […]
15 Ways to Prevent Seasickness on a Cruise
One of the biggest worries for first time cruisers is seasickness. If you are afraid of getting sea sick, there are plenty of preventative techniques and remedies that can keep you comfortable while onboard your ship. Cruise lines have gone to great lengths to make their passengers comfortable while at sea. This includes equipping ships […]
How to Conquer Back to School Organization
Summer is a nice reprieve for most families. Even if you are not home with your children during the day, there is a good chance that your schedule is slightly more relaxed. While your children may be at day care or day camp, you don’t have the added stress of homework, school papers and school […]
How to Stick With Your Meal Plan
Do you write meal plans? Do you follow your meal plans? Are you at the grocery store to get ingredients, but you forgot what is on your meal plan? Do you know what the meal is, but you are out shopping and don’t have the ingredients on your list? So you opt for a meal […]
7 Ways To Get Organized When You Feel Overwhelmed
When you want to get organized, one of the biggest obstacles to your success is feeling overwhelmed by all the tasks that you need to get done. It doesn’t matter if you are organizing your suitcase, a desk full of papers, a closet or your whole house. When you are overwhelmed, it will often paralyze […]
9 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Cruise
Planning a cruise, choosing a ship and finding the right itinerary can be overwhelming. The price of a cruise is a big factor when you decide to book a cruise, but it should not be the only factor. There are many factors to consider when you book a cruise. Don’t make the mistake of […]