Using domestic arts to live a simple, frugal life

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Waiting On Extra Purchases

January 27, 2010

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Last weekend I was looking for something fun and different to do with Chloe. David was busy for the day and I wanted to do something she’d enjoy. I don’t live in a metropolitan area, so my choices are [...]

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Easy Finger Puppets

September 1, 2009

Many of you know that in addition to my 3-year-old daughter, I also have my two nieces here all week. They are 2-1/2 and almost 4. I’m always trying to think of activities that will stimulate their creativity rather than just entertain them. And of course, I’m always looking for frugal options.
This post is slightly [...]

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Can You Afford To Work?

July 15, 2009

This post was originally published on November 25, 2008. ~Nicki
Everywhere I look I see a new poll, a new quiz or a new survey asking if you can afford to stay home with your children. Can you afford not to work? The question is plastered all over every parenting magazine and website I [...]

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Over-Scheduling: The Well-Intentioned Thief

July 14, 2009

This post was originally published on October 30, 2008. Enjoy! ~Nicki

Ahhh … such a weakness for me. My intentions are good. I just want to help. I don’t want to let anyone down. Of course I can do that.
I’ll be plain and to the point on this one. Just because you have [...]

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What Will My Children Value?

July 1, 2009

Would you indulge me with a little trip back into my childhood? If so, read on. If not, see ya tomorrow
As a girl in grade school I remember making up all sorts of clapping, handshake songs. Did you memorize the McDonalds Menu song and learn all the clapping that went along with it? We [...]