No matter how hard we try to stick to a healthy lifestyle, sooner or later we all trip and start eating some junk food, or skip our exercise program for a few days. It happens, so don’t beat yourself up about it. At the same time you want to make sure you get back on track as soon as possible. After all, you don’t want to get too comfortable where you are. Hers are some tips to help you get back into a routine that includes healthy eating and daily exercise. << MORE >>

As a mother with three kids and a very hardworking, hungry husband, I have discovered that absolutely nothing is cheap. I have also discovered that it is the small, daily changes we have managed to make that have had the most profound impact on our budget. Here are 16 of the simple, everyday changes that have worked for us.<< MORE >>

An effective garden doesn’t mean it has to be huge and hold tons of plants. Not everyone has the space for a garden like that, but they can grow thriving plants in a small area as long as there’s access to sunlight. << MORE >>

Parenting wisdom from 1918 that can still apply today!<< MORE >>

Many people think that once a child gets older, it loses its interest in crafts. That isn’t necessarily the case. These craft ideas for older children can help bring the artist back out in your child. << MORE >>

Sunday Dinner Main Dish Ideas including Meatloaf, Orange-Maple Barbecued Ribs, Chicken Pot Pie, Pineapple Chops, and BBQ Beef Strips.<< MORE >>

Self-esteem is important throughout life, but it is in childhood when its foundation is laid. It's our job as parents to help our children build self-esteem. We may do and say things that are bad for our kids' self-esteem without even realizing it, so it is important to make a conscious effort to help them develop and maintain a positive opinion about themselves.<< MORE >>

Most refrigerators are packed with leftovers. While a lot of us hate to let food go to waste, the only alternative is to reuse food we didn’t finish a few days ago and prepare dinner out of leftovers. While leftovers were once a tasty meal, sadly, to many family members they are no longer appealing. Fear not, with just a few tricks, you can create tasty meals once again simply by utilizing leftovers. Following are some hints. << MORE >>

Most people will own wood furniture at some point in their lives, for the beauty and because it’s a natural product. With wood furniture comes the need to treat and care for the wood to beautify it and lengthen its life.<< MORE >>

Growing up I thought lilacs were the most fragrant spring flowers. It wasn't until I moved into our current home that I was introduced to the fragrant wisteria vine, now another spring favorite! My wisteria vine is now in full bloom, and almost nothing can compare to its large, fragrant purple flowers. << MORE >>

As a teenager, I discovered something really cool about my father. 'Pop' had a rule he lived by. And that was to pick one project on which he would focus each weekend. << MORE >>

Dear Readers,

In case the link didn't work for that ebook, and you are interested in purchasing "How to Set Up a Family Budget", here it is again.

How to Set Up a Family Budget

Sorry about the repeat posting!

~Jessica~

        

The Amazing Secret To Creating A Family Budget That Leads You Out Of Debt, Fills Your Savings Accounts, And Escorts You To Your Next Vacation!<< MORE >>

Has anyone ever heard of this?  I just read it in an antique Modern Priscilla magazine from 1917.  I wonder if it would work.  I may try it sometime.  I suppose it would work the same as a marinade.

"Did you know that soaking your meats for about one hour in one quart water and one tablespoon vinegar, then cooking in the usual way will make them much more tender and improve the flavor in the beef?"

Feel free to comment.

~Jessica~

        

I do something that most people think they can't do today. I feed my family of 5 for $300 a month. Most people say that's an impossible feat, but what boggles minds even more is that I do it without using coupons. << MORE >>

It always seems like the money goes out just as fast as it comes into the bank account, sometimes faster. So what do you do when the family wants to get something a little outside the normal budget? With some adjustments to the budget, careful spending, creative ideas and time, it is possible to save up the money to get those extra things the family wants. << MORE >>

Recipes for lemonade cake, fluffy angel cake, apple cake, cherry-berry cheese cake, walnut and date tea cakes.<< MORE >>

Many people like to add words to their scrapbooks. Words help to tell the story behind the picture. There are several ways to add words to your scrapbook pages. << MORE >>

Recipes for Peanut Butter-Banana Bread, Georgia Peach Bread, Easy Orange and Walnut Bread<< MORE >>

It seems like families are spending less and less time together, especially as the children get older. People are going in so many different directions, between school, sports, work and other obligations; even having a meal together is a rarity. Here are a few tips for fitting family time in your busy life.<< MORE >>