Easy Yogurt Cheesecake for Sensitive Stomachs – Gluten & Egg-Free
Periodically, I make cheesecakes for the family. The last time I planned to make cheesecake, my daughter asked me, “Mommy, are you going to make cheesecake that makes you sick? Because last time you said it was worth it, but then afterwards you changed your kind.” And she was right. The previous time, I had […]
Tips for Caregivers for Preventing Nursing Home Falls (on a Budget)
Allowing the elderly to be as independent as possible can give them longevity. Once they are no longer able to be as productive, they tend to go downhill, and this is for many reasons. Breaking a bone during a fall can be devastating for this reason for someone elderly. A study in Canada shows the […]
Peace of Mind Isn’t Just for the Wealthy
My grandfather recently peacefully passed away in his mid-nineties, and until two years ago, he was living independently. When elderly people live on their own, loved ones often worry about their safety and well-being—wondering if help would be available quickly in an emergency, or if they might feel isolated and vulnerable. Fortunately, affordable and frugal […]
Cream of Celery and Leek Soup — Vegan, Allergy Friendly, and Low Carb
Reluctantly, because of my idiopathic intracranial hypertension, where the only known treatment is weight loss, I’ve decided to gently attempt weight loss. I have no problem with being fat and don’t think fat makes you unhealthy generally, and most of my health issues aren’t connected to my weight, but for this, I am attempting weight […]
Save More, Cook More: Affordable Outdoor Dining That Feels Luxurious
Living frugally will never work if you end up feeling deprived, so incorporating affordable luxuries into your life is a way to feel privileged without breaking the bank. Here’s how to have affordable outdoor dining at home that feels fancy and like you’re on vacation. I did something similar designing my bedroom to feel like […]
How Parents Can Find Financial Support for Children With Autism
As a parent of kids with autism, I couldn’t be happier that I live in a place with terrific services for autism through our national insurance and the public school system. Paying for services has never once been an issue for me, fortunately. Unfortunately, many others are not in that situation. You might be struggling […]
Bought a Better Car Cheaply! Yay!
I’ve written before, very frustrated, about why I can’t get a car worth more than a certain amount, because of annoying rules on the books of what you are allowed to own in order to be eligible for both legal aid, child support through our equivalent of social security when the parent isn’t paying, and […]
8 Ways to Teach Kids Responsibility Through Pet Care
We love our dog, Snickers. While she is amazing for cuddling and playing and we’re just huge fans, having a pet has many other benefits. In fact, having a pet such as a cat or a dog is a good way to teach children responsibility. If you were debating whether it is right to get […]
The Science Behind Vitamins for Brain Health: What You Need to Know
You want your brain healthy to be the best possible you. As someone who deals with mental health issues, and now idiopathic intracranial hypertension, brain health is especially important to me. Here are some supplements you can take to keep your brain functioning at top capacity. Eating Well for Brain and Body Eating well is […]
Budgeting For Mental Health: Self Care That Doesn’t Cost a Fortune
Self care is extremely important. So often people, especially women, are taught that they should be selfless, completely negating themselves, for the sake of taking care of others, such as their spouse and their kids. My Story I was stuck in that trap for years, and it made me in a worse and worse state, […]
