by Kati Kiefer | Jan 19, 2020 | Disney
If you are a frequent visitor at Disney, you have probably considered joining the Disney Vacation Club (shortened to be called the “DVC”). If you don’t even know what that is, don’t worry we have all the details here. Before you sign the forms to join...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 18, 2020 | Meal Planning
You would create a daily or weekly to-do list to help you stay on track for the week, so why wouldn’t you make healthy plans for eating? Meal planning can not only help you stay on track while trying to eat healthy, but it can help you save time and money in the...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 17, 2020 | Meal Planning
When it comes to taking care of my family, I thought creating large family meal plans would take forever. One of the most challenging jobs I have is trying to find a creative solution for dinner each night that I can actually cook. Then, once I’ve finally come up with...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 17, 2020 | Disney
Getting Disney souvenirs inside any of the Disney parks is where you will spend the most amount of money! I realize sometimes you want to take a small piece of the magic from Disney World, it’s only natural to want to pick up a souvenir to remember your trip. Plus,...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 17, 2020 | Spend Less
Do you know how to save money on groceries to the max? I've always believed that the grocery budget is one of the most flexible categories in your budget. Despite it being so flexible, our grocery budget is often one of the highest line items in our budget as well, so...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 16, 2020 | Meal Planning
Sometimes food gets a little bit complicated and you need the best meal prep ideas for picky eaters in order to meal plan successfully. When your food preferences don’t match the people you cook for, things can get challenging. And that’s when you can use some picky...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 16, 2020 | Couponing
Here's how to get coupons that you actually need and will want to use right now! There are hundreds of places to get coupons, and after tons of work, some of the coupons rarely seem worth it! Between store websites, newspaper advertisements, and online databases, it...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 16, 2020 | Spend Less
So you may have seen those silly 365 Day Money Saving Challenges, and they sound all glamorous, “Save Over $1,000 this year!” but when you look at the nitty gritty penny challenge details, you have to sock away around $50 EACH WEEK by the time November...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 15, 2020 | Disney
While I highly recommend that you try all of the delicious food that Disney World dining has to offer, it does come at a high cost. For most, it might not be feasible to indulge in a ridiculous priced Mickey shaped pretzel or Dole Whip Ice Cream. If the price is...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 14, 2020 | Meal Planning
What busy moms really need is stress free meal prep. If you’re a busy mom or dad, then here’s your guide to stop stressing about your dinner menu. When it comes to getting dinner on the table, I’ll do just about anything to make it go by faster. With little ones...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 14, 2020 | Spend Less
What would you do if you had an extra $10,000 (ten grand) in your pocket today? Just think of what an additional $10,000 a year could do for your family. A few simple changes in your shopping habits can really add up to some BIG savings. Find out how to save Ten Grand...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 13, 2020 | Meal Planning
If you are going to be making some freezer meals, then you’ll need these freezer meal prep tools! After a long day of keeping up with your kid’s crazy schedule, cleaning the house, and running errands, the last thing on your mind is getting dinner on the table....
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 12, 2020 | Meal Planning
We are all in need of recipes to use up leftovers. I hate cleaning out the fridge (but not nearly as much as the bathroom) because it’s such a chore. I toss out any expired food or drinks that I might have been missed at the end of every month. This is an even more...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 11, 2020 | Meal Planning
If you need to learn how to meal plan from your pantry, then you are in the right place! Last month, the James and I found ourselves frequently “treating” ourselves to a dinner out. It was a rough month for our budget. Our spending had gotten a little out of hand, and...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 10, 2020 | Meal Planning
If you are curious if you should start meal planning, you’ll be surprised that there are many meal planning benefits! It’s so much more than just knowing what you’ll have for dinner each night. When you start meal planning, it’s weird how a little piece of paper can...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 10, 2020 | Freebies
Did you know that you can get lots of Birthday Restaurant FREEbies? Most require that you join the companies email list, but there are plenty that allow you to show your Driver's License on your birthday day OR during your birthday month! That means these Birthday...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 10, 2020 | Disney
If you are planning a trip to Disney, you are probably going to be spending a lot of time in the parks. However, you may want to take a look at things to do near Disney World. While Disney is a magical place, there are so many other attractions and places to visit...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 10, 2020 | DIY, Recipes, Trim Healthy Mama, Valentine's Day
Have you ever enjoyed biting into your own creation of DIY Chocolate Covered Strawberries? The hard outer chocolate exterior melds with the sweet juicy strawberry on the inside. It's a little bit of heaven right here on earth! Years ago my Mom and I would take the...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 9, 2020 | Meal Planning
Are you ready for an easy no plan meal planning guide? Sounds funny, doesn’t it? But this is what I call a no plan meal plan. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I just don’t have any time to sit down and do those freezer cooking marathons, family calendars, and all...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 9, 2020 | Spend Less
Theme parks can get expensive quickly. Once you've scanned your tickets, the expenses just keep coming! While we are usually Disney fans, we decided to have a day of fun at Busch Gardens Tampa. The day was fantastic, without the expensive guilt trip. From your drinks...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 8, 2020 | DIY
Grocery stores, department stores, and even pharmacies have entire aisles dedicated to cleaning solutions even green cleaning products. But they are expensive! There are so many reasons why you may want to start making your homemade natural cleaning products, even if...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 7, 2020 | Spend Less
We are all guilty of certain bad money habits. In fact, I am willing to bet that even if you are the most frugal person in the world, you are still guilty of at least one bad money habit. For me, it was too easy to use our credit card. Over just a short period we...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 5, 2020 | Spend Less
Every day there is something in our home that requires cleaning, and as a result, we use up a lot of cleaning solutions and supplies. Those dusters, wipes, and sprays cost a LOT and since they don't last forever, it's a vicious cycle that can waste money. These cheap...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 4, 2020 | Disney
For those of you on a tight budget, the idea of staying at one of Walt Disney World resorts might sound like a fantasy. The majority of your vacation cost is going to be the lodging, and out of all your other vacation expenses, this is one of the few areas you have...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 3, 2020 | Meal Planning
Are you ready for a boost to your meal planning with these free meal planning apps? Meal planning can sometimes feel like an art form that you cannot master. Meal planning apps to the rescue! Whether you are trying to find meals to fit your diet, lifestyle, or feeding...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 3, 2020 | Spend Less
So, you’ve bought a car, and everything seems great. It gets you from A to B, has excellent gas mileage, and is the perfect color for your personality! And then suddenly you get hit with crazy high car insurance rates. All the sudden you find yourself wondering how on...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 3, 2020 | Disney
Part of enjoying your Disney trips in a budget-friendly way is having all of your travel essentials before you enter the park. Disney parks have everything you could ever dream of to make your experience magical. However, some of these “essential” items can be found...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 1, 2020 | Spend Less
Moms are busy ladies, and this can mean that a spa day for mom is usually out of the question. If your mom is a busy woman, but you would still like to treat her to a relaxing day at the spa, you can do it on a budget! Having a spa day at home can be an excellent way...
by Kati Kiefer | Jan 1, 2020 | Disney
People come from across the world just to live their Disney dream. Thousands of people visit Walt Disney World every single day, all year round. When it comes to planning your Disney dream vacation, it can be a little overwhelming. There are so many things to do and...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 31, 2019 | Budgeting
Whether you’re trying to pay off debt, or just getting your financial life in order, we all need an emergency savings fund. Emergency funds are so essential for financial stability. When the unthinkable and unexpected happens, instead of swiping your credit card and...
