A Super Spontaneous International Getaway
I am so psyched, you have no idea! For so long, I’ve been exhausted and burnt out. Parenting is exhausting even in the best of times — but add being a single mom, raising special needs kids, and managing your own disabilities, and it’s no wonder the burnout runs even deeper. The last time this […]
Orlando Family Vacation: Tips for Parents to Save Big and Have Fun
Oh, you know how much I love traveling if you’ve read my blog for even a short amount of time. (And if you just look at the menu bar at the top and the different categories of posts featured below, you can see just how many are dedicated to cheap travel. I’ve been to Orlando […]
Why Should You Know About Different Kratom Strains Before Buying?
Kratom is a plant from Asia that has been used medicinally for centuries, and in more recent years has found its way into the west, where people use it as a natural medicine, often to help with chronic pain or stress. There haven’t been enough studies on it to properly determine its efficacy or safety, […]
A Fun and Frugal Girls Trip
I was invited to a get together with a bunch of other women a few hour drive from where I live. I knew I’d be driving there, and when the organizers asked if anyone was willing to give people lifts, I offered to do so, and ended up driving 5 other women up with me. […]
Brain Breaks That Don’t Cost a Dime: The Secret to Saner Afternoons
Some people are very anti games, games you play on the phone or computer. But these games get a bad rap. Did you know that they literally use tetris to help prevent PTSD developing after trauma? They can also help with ADHD; I have an easier time focusing on certain things when playing an easy […]
What Every Stressed-Out Parent Should Know About CBD
Oh, the stress of parenting. Life in general can be challenging but being a parent makes it exponentially more so. There are many things you can do to decrease your stress levels, fortunately. Some of them are lifestyle things, therapy is another, medication can help as well. And among the medications, there are more natural […]
How to Handle Insomnia When You’re the Only Parent Awake
Sleep issues. It seems like everyone has them these days. When you’re a parent and you need your energy to take care of your children, insomnia can really mess with your life. I have the opposite issue, in that I am tired all the time and want to sleep as much as possible, but I […]
Laptop Water Damage? My DIY Fix That Brought It Back to Life
I was sitting in the office of my car mechanic, Jerry, the other day. (I know, again. More on that in another post.) While I was waiting for him to take care of my car, I took out my computer to begin to work. (When better than when you have a few hours to kill […]
A Frugal Player’s Guide to Casino Deals
Gambling, while fun, can be a huge waste of money. But let’s say you want to have some fun but want to also be money smart? Free cash bonuses allow you to play for free- but there are catches you need to be aware of, and if you aren’t careful, you may end up spending […]
Saving Money by Avoiding Hidden Home Repair Disasters
Spending money on home repairs always is annoying. But if you could catch a repair now, you usually can save money by avoiding a much more expensive repair down the line. For example, if the water in your shower doesn’t stay inside but instead goes to places that aren’t waterproofed, you are likely looking at […]
