A few days ago I touched briefly on the subject of finding blog sponsorship programs.  Today I want to share how you can generate some revenue by offering your readers free samples, coupons, and money saving offers by joining affiliate programs. MySavings Media One of my favorite affiliate networks happens to be MySavings Media Super [...] Read More

My family is a one income household,  and we have felt the full thrashing of the weak economy.  Cutting back is important and saving money on grocery items helps make our dollars stretch to be able to place more food on the table.  If I don’t have a coupon to bring a name brand item [...] Read More

I love autumn and all the special gifts it brings.  The apple festivals, beautiful foliage, Halloween festivities, Thanksgiving, and the sweet aroma of fresh baked apple pie make it my favorite time of the year. Try this homemade aromatic mixture to give your house a homey  fresh baked apple pie scent and help get you [...] Read More

This time of year it is important for me to pinch pennies.  The more I save, the more school supplies my daughter gets for going back to school!  The best way for me to be thrifty is by grabbing deals and cutting the costs further by using coupons! I’m always hunting for Walmart Coupons and [...] Read More

With summer underway its time to start thinking about protecting yourself from the buzzing blood sucking pests.  Instead of spraying yourself with poisons why not try an all natural  insect repellent?  The essential ingredients in this homemade insect repellent have been shown to keep the nasty little biters far, far, ————–>far away.  However, if you [...] Read More

Why not treat yourself to a relaxing facial?  You deserve it! The ingredients in this  facial mask are not only yummy but nourish your skin too! Ingredients 1/2 cup hot water 10 tablespoons quick oats 1/2 apple, cored but with peel 2 tablespoons plain yogurt 2 tablespoons honey 1 egg white Directions: 1. Clean your [...] Read More

Most woman develop cellulite at some time during their life.  The thighs, abdomen, and buttocks get attacked with unattractive pockets of fat which cause the skin to dimple. There are huge varieties of costly products on the market that claim to rid your body of cellulite but don’t perform as they claim.   The most [...] Read More

If you enjoy the fresh smell of commercial orange cleaners you will love this substitute citrus-scented vinegar spray that is simple to make and easy on the pocketbook. It costs less than a dollar, ingredients are easily available, and can also be used as a room deodorizer by setting out a small bowl of the [...] Read More

My daughter loves to talk on the phone. Like most kids her age there has to be some limits and rules regarding her usage. Here are 5 tips I have made to keep the cell phone bill to a minimum. 1. Set a limit on how many text messages she can make during a given [...] Read More

Maintaining to keep the house clean can be expensive. Everyone wants to keep the house sparkling and free from bacteria but the costs of cleaning supplies can add up. Through some online research and magazines, I found a few creative ways to help minimize those costs. 1. Buy a multipurpose cleanser to replace the job [...] Read More

Tree-hugger, bark licker, granola pusher- Ive been called them all at least once in my life time. Most of the name slinging came from my own beloved family members who were not so thrilled of my green idealism. Taking an active role in protecting the environment can cause some severe opposition from anyone who is [...] Read More

I know personally the recession has put a pinch on what decisions I make while shopping in a grocery store. We are raising our family on one income so living within our means is important. But do we really have to sacrifice eating right? Healthy foods can be more costly but with smart shopping strategies [...] Read More