Thrifty Mommy

July 23rd, 2008

School Supplies . . . There Really is a Difference

As I was sorting through things in my basement, I came across a school supply list from the year I taught full day preschool.  On the list I asked the parents not to purchase Dollar Tree or Rose Art brand school supplies.
Some of the parents probably thought I was a snot, but honestly there really is […]

By Karen -- 9 comments

July 22nd, 2008

Target’s On A Mission

Due to my kid’s recent birthday party, them receiving birthday money, and me getting necessities, I’ve made several trips to Target this week.  During each visit, I received unusual treatment.  The cashiers seemed tense, hurried, and on a motive to get me through the line as quickly as possible.  The normal cheeriness wasn’t there and […]

By Karen -- 12 comments

February 22nd, 2008

Last Night on The Cooper Lawrence Show

In case you missed it . . . last night on The Cooper Lawrence Show they discussed 10 Ways to Save Money When Eating Out.
Stay tuned for more lists to come.  If you have an idea for a top 10 or if there is something you’d like to know more about, just let us know.   :)

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By Karen -- 0 comments

February 8th, 2008

How to pay off your credit cards each month

 When I used to use credit cards to build my credit, I had a built in way to keep myself out of trouble.  I would put each charge in my check book in parentheses and subtract that charge out of my balance.  That way I knew I had already allocated the money for the end […]

By kellys -- 4 comments

January 14th, 2008

Thrifty Mommy turns 2

Thrifty Mommy has it’s second birthday today. I have learned so much over the last 2 years. I hope my ideas and writing has gotten better since the first post welcoming you to the blog. Some themes like vinegar uses have ran a common thread over the years. Even the first […]

By kellys -- 5 comments

November 22nd, 2007

Happy Thanksgiving

We at Thrifty Mommy want to wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving.  We are spending the weekend at my in-laws.  YEAH!  They are great and the kids will have a ball with their cousins.  I miss my family but plans are already made to see my side in a few months time.  I […]

By kellys -- 2 comments

June 28th, 2007

Baby update

Some of you have asked how my pregnancy is going.  We have only 2.5 weeks left and I am feeling fine.  Those rascally Braxton Hicks contractions are getting me but other than that and a lack of sleep I am doing well and would do it all over again.
I am, however, going to start playing […]

By kellys -- 5 comments

June 28th, 2007

Hello from a stranger

Bet you thought I had dissapeared on you! Not a chance. I sure have missed you though. I owe all of you an apology for being so absent these last few days. We are 2.5 weeks away from a new baby and I have simply been exhausted. Honesty is the […]

By kellys -- 0 comments

April 28th, 2007

The Carnival of the Recipes - Italian Theme

The Carnival of the Recipes, Italian theme, is up at The Porch Light.  Looks like some yummy recipes are available.  Here’s some that caught my eye:

Revka at The Porch Light,  shares the recipe for her family’s Favorite Meatballs. This versatile recipe can be used to top spaghetti or subs.
Beth The Expatriate’s Kitchen graciously gave us two enticing entrees: Gnocchi […]

By Karen -- 2 comments

April 20th, 2007

Stock up on toys for the future

Karen talks about stocking up on toys for parties all the time.  Well, I ran across a great post on Want Not that tipped me off to a cool sale over at Toys to grow on.  Depending on what you are looking for, they have some good deals.  Just an FYHI for all you sale […]

By kellys -- 0 comments