Thrifty Mommy

January 30th, 2008

Wordless Wednesday: Kids Are So Funny!

I just have to say, you know you’re teaching your kids to be frugal when they pretend to have a yard sale with their toys.  hahahahahahaha

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January 25th, 2008

Update on the family

Turkey Butt is doing great on her potty training.  Thanks for all the advice.
Little Man is trying to crawl and is eating at least 4 stage 2 food jars a day while still nursing.   I have to laugh at my kids as Turkey Butt is trying to teach him how to crawl.  I am […]

By kellys -- 0 comments

December 23rd, 2007

Easy Christmas Craft for the Kids

If you’re like me, you’re looking for cute and easy projects for the kids.  For this one, I bought some of the shatterproof bulb ornaments.  I painted the kid’s fingertip with white paint to make a snowman and the snow.  Then I used a fine tip paint brush to add the eyes, nose, and buttons.  […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

December 18th, 2007

10 Ways Entertain Kids While Traveling

 
Many of us will be traveling over the holidays.  If you’re like me, you just about dread riding in a car (or flying) with your children.  I try to have an assortment of tricks up my sleeve to keep my kids happy and entertained.  Here are some tips that you can try to keep your […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

November 14th, 2007

Children’s Thanksgiving Activities

1st turkey - I know this one looks a little funny, but it was done by my daughter when she was only 16 months old.  We made our own patterns for this one.  We just drew the turkey body, cut out some feathers, and that little red gobbler thing under the turkey’s chin.  What is […]

By Karen -- 4 comments

October 31st, 2007

Turkey butt was a Butt-erfly

No pun intended but I couldn’t resist. How did I get such a little cutie pie!?!?!

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October 24th, 2007

Free entertainment for kids

I have to tell you about my daughter, Turkey Butt!  She cracks me up.  I might not be the best parent but I let her on my computer to get stuff done around the house when my son, Little Man, is happy.  She goes to Noggin and Nick Jr. and plays the games adn colors […]

By kellys -- 4 comments

September 25th, 2007

Childrens’ nicknames

I love my kids. That’s why I strive to save time and money so that I can stay home with them as much as possible. My daughter is at that age where she is remembering things well so I don’t have the luxury of telling her one thing and not following through on […]

By kellys -- 3 comments

September 11th, 2007

Kids’ Week at Family Christian Stores

This week (September 8-15) is Kids’ Week at Family Christian Stores.  Here is the large list of deals you can get for just $5 each.

New Rise and Shine Three CD Pack - reg $12.99
Precious Moments Lullabies CD - reg $17.99
Here I am to Worship:  Kids CD - reg $9.99
deliberate Kids CD - reg $14.99
New Wildcats in […]

By Karen -- 4 comments

August 20th, 2007

Top 10 Ways to Keep the Kids Busy While You’re Working

If you’re a WAHM or WAHD, you know how hard it can be to be productive, especially if your children are very young.  My kids are 2 and 4, and somedays it seems like I’ll never get anything done.  Here are some tips to help you get through the day.
 1.  Have high speed internet - You know […]

By Karen -- 8 comments