Author Archives: Christie

Why I Love Swagbucks

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Christie

  Have you heard of Swagbucks? If you follow any blogs, I’m sure you have at some point! To say I love Swagbucks may be a bit of an understatement. Just ask my husband. He’ll tell you I’m a Swagbucks … Continue reading →

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Quick & Easy Chicken Stir-Fry

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Christie

I love making quick dinners that don’t take a lot of prep or cooking time, especially on busy days! Chicken Stir-Fry is one of my favorite. There are just a handful of ingredients, it’s super easy to make, and few … Continue reading →

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Weekly Shopping Trip – 7/12/13

Posted on July 13, 2013 by Christie

Who is loving all the produce deals the last couple of weeks? We’ve been eating so much fresh fruit and vegetables. My little guy even ate a couple bites of salad this week….though it didn’t last long. He then discovered … Continue reading →

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Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Christie

Father’s Day weekend I watched my two nieces. We were planning to go to my grandparents for a Father’s Day get-together, so I thought we could make cookies for my grandpa, my dad, and my brother. When I mentioned we … Continue reading →

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Bathroom Cabinet Organization

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Christie

For a long time the storage in my bathroom cabinet was a mess. It drove me crazy. I tried using baskets from the dollar store, but once filled with extra shaving cream cans, shampoo bottles and whatever else I couldn’t … Continue reading →

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Food Pouches for Baby and Toddler

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Christie

I am super excited! Yesterday I received in the mail these Little Green Pouches and Infantino’s Fresh Squeezed pouches that I ordered from Amazon. Better yet, I was able to use gift cards that I earned from Swagbucks (more to … Continue reading →

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Weekly Shopping Trip – 7/8

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Christie

After a couple weeks of unexpected traveling, we were in great need to stock up on produce. I was excited to find some great deals on fruit this week. And check out the Berkot’s deal!! I was so excited to … Continue reading →

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Easy Breakfast Casserole

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Christie

Breakfast. The most important meal of the day, yet how often do you skip it? While my husband and I often have smoothies for breakfast, sometimes I just don’t feel like making them. One of the most helpful things for … Continue reading →

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Summer Sun Tea

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Christie

While I was growing up my mom always had Sun Tea in the refrigerator. There’s something so refreshing about a cold glass of tea on an incredibly hot Summer day! Now as I have my own family, I often keep … Continue reading →

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Weekly Shopping Trip – June 14

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Christie

After a little blogging break so I could focus on getting my house in order after our move, I am finally back! Here is last week’s weekly shopping trip… ALDI (2) Milk @ $2.29 ea Cream Cheese @ $1.29 String … Continue reading →

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