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Why I Don’t Make Resolutions and What I Do Instead

I don't make resolutions. In fact, it's been years since I made one. Every year, as the new year approaches, we all set resolutions. We decide that the coming year will be our best one yet and proudly declare the things we'll achieve. Lose weight, earn more money, get organized, travel more, quit smoking, get fit, read more. Odds are, you've set a resolution that sounds something like this. Statistically speaking, there's also an 80% likelihood that you gave up on that resolution by Valentine's Day! That's the problem with New Year's resolutions. We go into them with high hopes…

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December 31, 2020

Blogmas / Low Cost Fun

12 Affordable White Elephant Gift ideas People Actually Want

Gift exchange time is here, and if you're still commuting to your workplace, there's a chance that the quintessential white elephant gift exchange is probably on your calendar. That means you'll need some white elephant gift ideas.Most of us have experienced the disappointment of coming home with a useless piece of junk. I once managed to end up with a box of someone's hair. This year, make sure you're not the person playing the game at Box-of-Hair level.For Blogmas day 8, check out this short, sweet, and budget friendly list of affordable white elephant gift ideas people will actually want…

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December 20, 2020

Blogmas / Frugal Family Fun

Free or Cheap Christmas Traditions to Begin This Year

Looking for some ways to celebrate the holidays without spending a fortune? For Blogmas day 7, these are my favorite free or cheap Christmas traditions that you can begin this year! Clueless about Blogmas? Check out this post from day 1, where I break down exactly what Blogmas is, how to participate, why I’m taking part, and what kinds of posts you can expect to see on the blog this month!So many families have been impacted by job loss, wage cuts, and illness this year. Even if your situation in 2020 remains unchanged, an overwhelming majority of us feel suffocated by debt. Many of…

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December 17, 2020

Blogmas / preparedness

20+ Best Zombie Survival Gift Ideas For Non Preppers

I love zombie movies. It's my ultimate cinema fear, and I can't help but feed my morbid curiosity! However, I'm also a big advocate for emergency preparedness. I know you guys are, too, because there's always a big interest in my preparedness content. For the 6th Day of Blogmas, I'd like to offer up my favorite zombie survival gift ideas for non preppers.Clueless about Blogmas? Check out this post from day 1, where I break down exactly what Blogmas is, how to participate, why I’m taking part, and what kinds of posts you can expect to see on the blog this month!Not…

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December 15, 2020

Blogmas / Low Cost Fun

15 Underrated Christmas Movies You Need to Watch Now!

Hello, and welcome to Blogmas day 5! I'm a sucker for a themed movie marathon! Christmas time is no different. Today, instead of talking about all the incredible Christmas movies you already watch, I want to share some of my favorite underrated Christmas movies that you probably haven't considered yet! Check out these other themed movie lists for later!120 Disaster Movies to Enjoy While Isolating40 Frightening Horror Movies to Watch in October45 Not-S0-Scary Kid's Halloween Movies to Watch in OctoberClueless about Blogmas? Check out this post from day 1, where I break down exactly what Blogmas is, how to participate, why I'm taking…

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December 9, 2020

Blogmas / Budgeting / Debt Reduction / Money

How to Master Your Money with 38 Expert Resources

Personal finance is so ... well .... personal. What works for me might not be the perfect fit for you, and that's ok! Luckily, there's no single right way to manage your money! I've got some great resources on the blog that share how I like to handle money. However, if you're looking for something different, or maybe you want a lot of options from which to choose, I've got something incredible to share for Blogmas Day 4! The Master Your Money Super Bundle. Clueless about Blogmas? Check out this post from day 1, where I break down exactly what Blogmas is,…

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December 8, 2020

Babies and Children / Blogmas / Frugal Family Fun

Ultimate Non Electronic Toys For Toddlers: Holiday Gift Guide

Merry Blogmas day 3! It's no surprise that I'm running a little bit behind, but here we go! Today, I hope to help you solve the problem of holiday shopping for little ones in a world that's more reliant on technology everyday. I've got some great ideas for non electronic toys for toddlers to share with you. These toys are also toddler approved by my own 2.5 year old girl!*Quick side note - A couple of these toys do have an electronic component or two because it's getting harder and harder to find tech free toys! However, I'm willing to…

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December 6, 2020

Blogmas / Budget friendly DIY's

How To Make A Stress-Free Gorgeous Ornament Tree

Merry Blogmas day 2! I'm so glad you're back. Today, we're going to look at how to make a gorgeous ornament tree without glue, frames, complicated tools, or stress. No clue what Blogmas is? Check out this post from day 1, where I break down exactly what Blogmas is, how to participate, why I'm taking part, and what kinds of posts you can expect to see on the blog this month! I love decorating for the holidays. While Halloween will always be my favorite, there's something magical about Christmas time. All the vibrant colors and sparkly glitter (so much glitter...)…

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December 2, 2020

Blogmas

Blogmas is Here – 12 Days of Frugal, Festive Fun!

Merry Blogmas, everyone! The holiday season has officially arrived. Can you believe it's already December? 2020 has been absolutely wild, with so many challenges and surprises that a lot of us didn't see coming. Somehow, it's been one of the longest years, yet it's also flying by. I know I feel like I aged a whole year in August alone, and I have the brand new grey streaks to prove it.No matter how you celebrate the winter season, this year will most certainly bring its own twisted flair to all of our usual traditions and festivities. But some things remain unchanged.Like…

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December 1, 2020