These were relatively painless weeks as far as Frugal February goes. We kept our spending to a minimum and managed to have some fun along the way as well. Free food My husband attended a retreat and came back with a ton of food that they were going to throw away (!!!!) Since he was… Continue reading Frugal February (Week 1 & 2)
A Year of Picture Books (January & February)
Here are some of our favorite picture books that we read in the months of January and February. Ocean Meets the Sky is a beautiful book that tells the story of a young boy who goes searching for a magical world that his grandfather told him about where the ocean meets the sky. The artwork… Continue reading A Year of Picture Books (January & February)
Learning with Pinterest-Groundhog Day
**Reposting this cute post from a few years back. Happy Groundhog’s Day! Since Groundhog day was this week, we decided to learn all about groundhogs in science and make a few fun crafts for art. Interesting facts we learned about groundhogs: 1. We learned that groundhogs are related to squirrels. 2. The people who love… Continue reading Learning with Pinterest-Groundhog Day
Frugal February 2021
Its that time of year again where we cut back on our frivolous spending and try to nip bad money habits in the bud....otherwise known as Frugal February in our house. We have been participating in Frugal February since 2013 when we decided to set the crazy goal of paying off our mortgage in three… Continue reading Frugal February 2021
Goal Updates for Week 3
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (30 miles down and 470 to go) This week I walked outside and then did kettlebell, Pilates, and dumbbell workouts thanks to Bodyfit by Amy on YouTube. **Its free and fabulous! 2. Yoga/meditation 2x week I did one yoga session and one meditation session. 3. Read more… Continue reading Goal Updates for Week 3
Frugal Things
1. Luggage I ran into Kohl's yesterday to look for good deals on clothing and instead found this set of luggage on clearance for 70% off. Since our current set of luggage is almost 15 years old and starting to get a little threadbare, I decided to scoop this deal up. Oh and it has… Continue reading Frugal Things
Goal Updates for Week 1
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (10 miles down and 490 to go) This week I did kettlebell, Pilates, standing cardio, and dumbbell workouts thanks to Bodyfit by Amy on YouTube. **Its free and fabulous! 2. Yoga/meditation 2x week I did two yoga and meditation sessions this week. To be honest the meditation… Continue reading Goal Updates for Week 1
A Year of Picture Books
Blame it on the pandemic, the election debacle, or the winter blues, but we have just about had it this year. Our homeschool was feeling like drudgery and needed a spark, so I decided to make a much needed change. This year we are declaring it to be a Year of Picture Books in our… Continue reading A Year of Picture Books
2021 Goals
Walk 500 miles this year This is a must have on my 2021 goals list. After having my back surgery almost 6 years ago, I asked the doctor what I could do to prevent future problems and he said I was going to have to walk at least two miles most days of the week… Continue reading 2021 Goals
2020 Final Goal Update and thoughts
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (511 miles completed!) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos (I did the Kettlebell Bodyweight combo, Pilates and strength, & the Soup can workout) Then we took a couple of walks outside while it was warm and dry. **Thoughts: I just love… Continue reading 2020 Final Goal Update and thoughts