Mother’s Day from a Slightly Different Perspective – We Don’t All Have Moms (with printable card for your “other” mother)

We don’t all have moms. But we do all have mother figures, man or woman. Call that person today – that person who nurtured you, who supported you, who loved you even when you were not at your best (hello … Continue reading

Thrifty Thanksgiving for Tough Times – Thanksgiving Blessing Bags & You’ve Been Gobbled Printable

Blessing Bags are a random act of kindness to help others, and you can use this list to create a full Thanksgiving meal for someone in need for as little as $30. This series of articles is designed to help … Continue reading

Hope Poem by Emily Dickinson Spring Free Printable

We have discussed my love of Emily Dickinson. Is using Emily for a child’s middle name overkill? “Hope” has been my favorite Emily Dickinson poem for years and years. I decided to create a printable for my spring decorations, and … Continue reading

Kid Art Friendly Thrifty Spring Mantel

I don’t have a mantel, but I do have a shelf, and some spring mantel envy. As soon as the weather warms up I get the spring cleaning itch, and part of that is prettying up the house. I see … Continue reading