by Lauren | Nov 20, 2019 | Budgeting, Seasonal
How much should you budget for Christmas gifts? How can you shop for everyone on your Christmas list without going into debt? What can you do to stop overspending during the holiday season? I’m glad you asked! Today, we’re going to talk about exactly that....
by Lauren | Nov 1, 2019 | Budgeting, Save Money, Seasonal
The Merry Little Christmas Planner has arrived! I’ve been pouring my heart into this planner for the past two months, and it’s finally here, available for FREE to all of my email subscribers! I’m so excited— this project means a lot to me! Like many...
by Lauren | Oct 23, 2019 | Budgeting, Save Money, Seasonal
This year, we’re not spending much on Christmas because we’re currently putting every extra dollar toward building our first home. Money has been pretty tight, so we settled on a small $400 Christmas budget. And the $400 isn’t just for...
by Lauren | Oct 9, 2019 | Marriage, Save Money, Seasonal
Inexpensive fall date ideas are a must when you’re on a tight budget—especially if you also have to pay for a babysitter! Autumn date nights are all about keeping the vibes warm and cozy, whether you stay inside by the fire or venture out and brave the chill. So...
by Lauren | Sep 25, 2019 | Budgeting, Save Money, Seasonal
If you don’t want to be paying off Christmas in January—and for many months afterward—you need a Christmas savings plan! A Christmas savings plan will help you to have a debt-free Christmas. There’s enough going on during the holidays without having to...
by Lauren | Sep 18, 2019 | Save Money, Seasonal
Fall is my favorite season for so many reasons—colorful leaves, crisp air, vivid blue skies, fun autumn traditions, delicious flavors, and cozy smells. Ah, the smells! Today I’m sharing 5 DIY fall essential oil recipes for your diffuser that will instantly bring...
by Lauren | Sep 7, 2019 | DIY Projects, Family Culture, Living Intentionally, Save Money, Seasonal
Celebrating your favorite fall traditions every year as a family makes for a wonderfully memorable season. Today, I’m sharing a fall bucket list DIY idea that will make your autumn season extra fun! A couple of years ago, I was looking for a way to keep track of...
by Lauren | Sep 4, 2019 | Family Culture, Living Intentionally, Save Money, Seasonal
Autumn is a season of intrinsic warmth. There may be a chill outside, but it makes cozy sweaters, crackling fires, bold flavors, and deep colors perfectly appealing. There are so many wonderful things to enjoy throughout the autumn season, so I created a fall bucket...
by Lauren | Jul 17, 2019 | Family Culture, Living Intentionally, Save Money, Seasonal
Summers are taking on a whole new meaning now that I have a little boy to spend them with! There are so many fun activities to do—and so many memories to make—that I decided to create a super fun, frugal summer bucket list! I wanted to have a creative list of ideas to...
by Lauren | Jul 10, 2019 | Living Intentionally, Motherhood, Seasonal
Summer is in full swing here in Alabama, and we’re soaking up all of the sunshine and pool days! We’ve swapped our sweaters for swimwear, and our closets reflect the sunny weather. So today I’m sharing a simple toddler boy summer capsule wardrobe...
by Lauren | Jun 12, 2019 | Family Culture, Save Money, Seasonal
Spring is a season of new beginnings and fresh starts—a time to amble in bare feet, and let the wind tousle your hair. You can watch beauty unfold before your very eyes, and there are so many fun and meaningful spring activities for families to do together! Because...
by Lauren | Apr 30, 2019 | Family Culture, Grocery Savings, Living Intentionally, Seasonal
Berry season is coming up fast, so today I’m sharing my very best blueberry picking tips with you! Because you can never have enough berries in your life. When berry season rolls around, I start daydreaming about how I want to incorporate them into my food—ice...
by Lauren | Dec 13, 2018 | Motherhood, Save Money, Seasonal
It’s Christmas time, and I’m filled with excitement! Jack just turned 2, so I’ve been thinking more about his stocking this year. I noticed dozens of amazing Dollar Tree toddler stocking stuffer ideas when I was shopping the other day, so today...
by Lauren | Sep 22, 2018 | Family Culture, Living Intentionally, Save Money, Seasonal
Growing up in Florida, we never went camping. Sure, people go camping in the Sunshine State, but the humidity and bugs are a pretty big deterrent most of the year! My parents were never into it, so we just never camped as a family. It was only recently that I acquired...
by Lauren | Mar 20, 2018 | Save Money, Seasonal
Today is the first day of Spring! It’s been a long winter here in the Pacific Northwest, and I am so ready for blue skies and warm sunshine. One of my favorite ways to bring the season inside, is to make it smell like spring. So today, I’m excited to share...
by Lauren | Jun 5, 2017 | Save Money, Seasonal
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it has plenty of people stumped as they’re trying to think of great Father’s Day gift ideas. Why are dads so difficult to shop for? Maybe it’s because they’re so practical. Or maybe it’s...