My children are excited about their upcoming report cards. Since they are excited and not worried, that means this mom is relieved and excited too.
We do not pay per grade earned, but I did want them to enjoy some benefits of their hard work so I did some research hoping to find companies who [...]

As promised in my Ultimate Blog Party post, today I am sharing my favorite, prize winning chili recipe. This recipe comes from my grandpa in Texas, who you may remember from a previous post if you are a regular reader here, is a great cook.
Last weekend, our church had a chili cook-off and of [...]

I’ve been enjoying my time at the Ultimate Blog Party the past few days, but realized that the party goers here at Just Doing My Best need a goodie bag to take home to remember their time at this site.
I usually do not list freebies, but I wanted to try to give back to [...]

To help evaluate if your family is ready, check out my article: Questions to Consider Before the Lay-Off at Happy to be at Home.

I’d like to introduce you to Malia at Homemaking 911. I’ve met her IRL (in real life) on numerous occasions and I can tell you that she is an anchor of calm and compassion. The personality that you hear when you read her articles is real and sincere. You can visit her and her [...]

It’s time for the first Giveaway at Just Doing My Best! I had planned to wait until next Friday, but I decided to add an extra one. I guess it’s the party atmosphere created by the Ultimate Blog Party and that I won a gift card yesterday, so I wanted spread some extra fun.
You [...]

A huge THANK YOU to 5 Minutes for Mom for a generous Macy’s giftcard that I won at the Sitewarming Party for the Ultimate Blog Party. I love shopping at Macy’s and need to pick up a few Spring items so this is perfect!
If you have not checked out the Ultimate Blog Party yet, [...]

In celebration of the Ultimate Blog Party, this is the kick-off to my Frugal Family Fun series. You will see posts weekly, probably near the weekends, with ideas for enjoying your family without spending much, if any, of your family’s hard-earned money.
My children and I had a fantastic evening at the town’s playground a [...]

Parties just went high tech! Actually, it is me who is new to the Ultimate Blog Party. (UBP) The party is hosted by the hardworking and generous ladies at 5 Minutes for Mom, who want to promote our blogs. How great is that!?
The party will last from March 20 – 27 and if it’s anything [...]

Do you barter? Check out my article, Bartering is Back, at Happy to be at Home.