Crescent Roll Crust to the Rescue! Deep Dish Pizza I know it seems like it is just so easy to call and order a pizza, but if you make it yourself it can be a fun activity for the family and save you money at the same time. The hardest part of preparing a pizza at home is the crust. This recipe is so easy because you only need to use one package of crescent rolls for each large pizza you make. Make sure that you pre heat the oven for this recipe to insure that you get a crispy … [Read more...]
Cheap Wine, Fine Wine?
December 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
My dad was in the liquor business for 50 years so I should have a well developed wine palate--but no! I am usually happier with a $5 a bottle White Zin than a $300 bottle of ANYTHING! That being the case, just know that success of the dinner party is not dependent upon the cost of the wine! I've evolved in my wine tastes from light whites with sort of a hint of Kool-Aid to something a little more grown up--and I'm sampling a lot more reds. However, no matter what your wine palate, I think … [Read more...]
Save Money on Designer Scents – Here’s How!
November 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
"I'm living so far beyond my income that we may almost be said to be living apart!" - E.E. Cummings (1984-1962) It is apparent from the quote above by e e cummings, poet, that the more things change, the more they stay the same. Who among us can say that we are living within our means? Every time I re-read the above quote I laugh--but then feel the pinch of reality tugging reminding me that no matter how much I earn I always feel that my income and I are living apart! I had a great … [Read more...]
Jan’s Jiffy Corn Bread Corn Casserole
November 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Jan's Jiffy Corn Bread Corn Cassarole I have been making and serving holiday family meals for what seems like eons. I'm the first one to admit that I don't go "gourmet" EVER on a holiday. (Ok I usually am more comfortable being a guest EATING gourmet than PREPARING it). On holidays especially I stick to family favorites and that seems to increase the level of appreciation and limit the complaints. I couldn't believe it when I was invited (impromptu) to my next door neighbor's home for a … [Read more...]
Top for Halloween? Charlie Sheen???
October 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When you have children of course you know that the mom thing never ends (a good thing usually to be sure). However, my adult daughters have been searching for "Big Girl" Halloween costumes so we are searching sites, stores, thrift shops and online for inexpensive yet creative ideas that could be used in the office or at a party. I found a very cute inexpensive flamenco dancer dress at Target as a matter of fact if you are looking for something like that and have some black or red patent … [Read more...]
Million Dollar Baby (Hilary Swank) uses coupons!
October 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I was never a HUGE Hilary Swank fan and as a result didn’t really know much about her. Once in awhile I would see her in a movie and think, “Who is that girl? She’s really talented.” Some time ago when I saw her in the movie Million Dollar Baby with Clint Eastwood I was pretty impressed with Clint, the movie and Hilary so I started paying closer attention. What captured my attention as much as her acting ability was an article I saw on her in an In Style Magazine some time ago: … [Read more...]
Diapers: Disosable versus Cloth the Debate Rages!
October 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I hate to admit that growing up I had an "aroma prejudice" against cloth diaper. Even as a really little girl, (especially as a little girl) I remember having my mom and dad take me to visit friends and family who had new babies (before Huggies & Pampers) and EVERYONE had a "diaper pail" in the baby's room. Basically this was a plastic pail with a lid where you put used but rinsed diapers so that you could wash them later or send them to a diaper service. Well, even at three years old … [Read more...]
This Bean Dip Teeters on Food Porn!
October 21, 2011 By 1 Comment
Did I say that? OMG. I got this recipe two years ago from a neighbor at a neighborhood party and seriously it is good enough to have as a regular side dish. Vegetarian and gluten free--the only questionable ingredient is sugar and I double the recipe and keep the sugar at one cup. This was my Friday night entertainment (but it only takes about half an hour total prep time from can opening and chopping the peppers & onions to creating the sweet/sour sauce!) I'm bringing a dish to a … [Read more...]
When Savings Don’t Live Up to Expectations — Stabbed by Sushi!
October 21, 2011 By 1 Comment
Have you ever been disappointed about using a local coupon? Well I sure was last night! OMG! Well, I always love to be positive and write about my great money saving experiences but last night wasn't one of them. After a magnificently stressful day at work I decided to grab a friend and invite my daughter out for a relaxing weeknight dinner out at a local restaurant. My daughter and I love sushi so we picked a local sushi place that we like because the food is good and it has a nice … [Read more...]
Ten Ideas for Fall Fun!
October 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Millennium kids of all ages, yes 6 to 60, are wasting too much physical energy and maybe some mental acuity by hanging out in front of the television and computer. Let’s get off the couch and sharpen our minds and bodies together! Instead of hibernating, let’s Generate! Save money, have fun! 1.) Pumpkin patches & local farms are always a great source of colorful, inexpensive, green fun! Activities start in August and often run through December offering holiday craft activities for … [Read more...]
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