We had such a late spring this year that I did not get anything planted in my garden until the beginning of June, and now that my veggies are starting to grow, the weather is the least of my problems. The critters have moved in and started munching the tender leaves so now the battle starts to try to keep them out of my garden.
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It happens every year. The gifts are unwrapped, everyone is enjoying their few found goods and you are left with a big pile of gift wrap that will probably end up in the garbage. Rather than tossing, here are some tips for using that leftover wrap.
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It doesn’t seem to matter how hard we try to keep the microwave splatter free, it never seems to work. I can’t even just blame others because sometime I am in a rush and put things in there only to hear them POP after several seconds…
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Camping is great way to relax and regroup from the grind of your busy, everyday lifestyle but, if we are not careful, it can put a crimp in the family budget. Don’t mark camping off the list of things to do just because there is a cost. If you careful and plan in advance, your family will enjoy camping on a budget — you can keep the cost down and your stress level too.
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We all know they saying “It is better to give than to receive”, but what if you could receive while you give? Check out all of these amazing restaurants and retailers that are offering you something in return when you buy (or sometimes use) a gift card.
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I ran across this collection of tips and I had to share. I love all of these tips shared by Buzzfeed which include 27 Ways To Make Your Groceries Last As Long As Possible. You will want to do like me and read through this list and make a note of most of them. I have a horrible memory so maybe I will print them out and hang them on my fridge. 🙂
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