Wishing my oldest boy a very happy 12th birthday! (which is a bit extra special since it's a snow day with no school!) Tomorrow I'll share the copycat recipe for the Cracker Barrel Double Fudge Coca Cola Cake we had to celebrate! ;) … [Read more...]
Snow!
February 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Can someone send some sunshine & warm weather to North Dakota cause 32 BELOW zero sucks! ;) … [Read more...]
Save Money on Winter Heating Bills
January 21, 2013 By 2 Comments
Save on your heating bill In winter, keep drapes & blinds on south facing windows open during the day to allow sunlight & heat to enter your home. Close drapes at night to help reduce heat loss. Living in North Dakota where the windchill can get 15 BELOW zero, this tip works!!! What's your best tip to save on the winter heating bill??? … [Read more...]
The New Job
January 20, 2013 By Leave a Comment
I've been a little MIA for a few weeks but its been a CRAZY busy few weeks! I GOT A JOB! Before Christmas I was cruising the internets, looking at the job market in our new town (not really expecting to see much). I'm quickly scrolling down the page when my little town of Aber showed up! I was like "WHOA! Who the heck is hiring in this tiny … [Read more...]
Tis the Season for Peppermint
December 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Christmas is synonymous with peppermint. Once the Thanksgiving feast is over, I'm all about the peppermint. I crush it and put in my hot cocoa, add it to my coffee, add a peppermint disc to my water glass... I love it. This year I want to make peppermint marshmallows. Last year I made plain Jane ones which were really good but this … [Read more...]
Holiday Craft: Gingerbread Man Hug
December 6, 2012 By 1 Comment
Super easy afternoon craft kids will have fun making & grandparents will love to get in the mail! This is a great little craft the kids can work on during winter break or a boring snow day! ;) Make your Gingerbread Man Hug Grab some poster board & either cut it down to paper size (8.5" x 11") or make a giant hug. Draw a gingerbread man to fill … [Read more...]
Jill Martin’s Steals & Deals (American Girl, Crocs, Jewelry & More)
December 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Jill Martin was on the Today Show with another holiday round of Steals and Deals. From Philosophy gift sets to cook books to steak knifes to Crocs to American Girl (just $50), there's something for everyone! All the deals listed below have delivery options for Christmas arrival. Neither Jill Martin, Frugal Front Porch or TODAY profit from … [Read more...]
