Kashi has a new cereal out! It is the Go Lean Crisp! Cinnamon Crumble. When I saw this cereal, I knew it was destined for a recipe. Sure, it is great as cereal in a bowl of milk but when I saw it, I saw the granola-like texture which scream PIE to me. I love granola toppings on … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2012
Pin It Tuesday #Pinterest – St. Patrick’s Day Crafts
Are you addicted to Pinterest like I am? I have to pull myself away so I was excited to see this meme! Want more details? Find them here: These pins are from my St. Patrick’s Day Board! Since St. Patrick’s Day is on a Saturday this year, I am hoping to fit in a few of these … [Read more...]
Well, it was a good plan!
If you've paid much attention to our blog this year, you know that Beth and I challenged ourselves with a pretty specific diet plan this year. We started off going vegan for six weeks, including a three-week detox, and planned to follow that up with six weeks on a vegetarian … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Macaroni and Cheese
Having a meatless meal does not mean sacrificing comfort. Macaroni and Cheese is one of those meals that takes just about everyone back to some point in their childhood. Unfortunately, as a nation, we have taken to using those electric orange yellow powder packages of cheese … [Read more...]
Infographic on Women, Children, and Debt
Info courtesy of the providers of CareOne Debt Relief Services … [Read more...]
Girl Scout Sunday Responsive Reading
I volunteered to organize the Girl Scout Sunday event for our Service Unit. I found a responsive reading to use in the service but it was really long so I decided to shorten it and in the effort to shorten it, I replaced many of the Bible verse references with ones I thought were … [Read more...]
WeddingPaperie.com
We are excited to bring you a review guest post from a budget minded bride-to-be! Initially, I had no idea where to begin with wedding invitations. I didn't have a "theme," per se, but I did fall in love with the look of classic, old timey lace dresses from day … [Read more...]
Friday Favorite: Keurig Platinum Plus
Friday Favorites is another almost weekly feature here at Simply Budgeted. The whole point of this feature is to share some of our favorite finds. Anything is game. Food. Cleaning supplies. Kid stuff. Garden favorites. Recipes. Anything that I really like and want to randomly … [Read more...]
Spring Project Time!
As Spring approaches, it's time to get thinking about those outdoor Spring projects. Spring is a great time to get some work done outdoors because it isn't so hot that you're killing yourself getting the work done and it isn't so cold that your fingers are freezing. Plus, you … [Read more...]
Thursday Thought: A Simple Smile
I saw this quote earlier this week and it reminded me that I need to smile more. How about you? Have a favorite quote? Leave a comment and let us know! … [Read more...]
Bake Pop
Description ... Bake Pops™ are the latest sensation and now you can make these delicious treats in your own home! It's so easy! Just fill the specially designed Bake Pop™ pan with ANY cake mix, put on the custom lid and POP it in the oven. Before you know it, you'll have 18 … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: A Well Loved Kindergartner
Awhile back I asked "Where do you live?" for Grace's Kindergarten class project. I have been asked several times how many cards she received. A picture is the best answer ... Thanks to everyone who sent this Virginia Kindergartner a Valentine's card!! She is well … [Read more...]
All Scarred Up
Do you have some scars you don't love? I think we all do. I know I have a nice scar on my face from a childhood episode of chicken pox. Our little Sophie has a scar on her cheek from a scratch this past winter. We have given the scar on her face time to heal but it still there … [Read more...]
Pin It Tuesday #Pinterest – St. Patrick’s Day Treats
Are you addicted to Pinterest like I am? I have to pull myself away so I was excited to see this meme! Want more details? Find them here: These pins are from my St. Patrick's Day Board! Since St. Patrick's Day is on a Saturday this year, I might just have to do some baking ... … [Read more...]
Murals Your Way is Cars in a Big Boy Room
I love seeing pictures of murals in kids rooms. Seriously love them. I for one have no art skills beyond a stencil though! I also worry about the kids hating it and then I would have to cry as I painted it over. Yes, I think about that before I take on projects. I was so … [Read more...]