I hope you're managing to stay cool wherever you are today. I just updated the Back to School Shopping Guide today, and can't believe that summer is already starting to wind down. I read a report saying that parents are spending an average of $890 per kid on back to school! I've added a lot of easy ways that you can save on all your school shopping expenses this year. 🚌 5+ Ways to Save on Back-to-School Shopping I really hope this helps, ~ Kristie P.S. MORE BACK TO SCHOOL STUFF: Cheapest...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Can you believe 2024 is almost over? Before we dive into a fresh new year, I wanted to pause and reflect on some of the amazing moments we’ve shared and let you know the direction I plan to take in the new year. You’ve been such a big part of this journey, and I couldn’t do it without you! 🌟 Most-Loved Blog Posts of 2024Here are some of the blog posts that you couldn’t get enough of this year: Frugal Living Hacks That Actually Work – Game-changing tips for saving money without sacrificing...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hi, I hope you had a wonderful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and maybe even a few surprises under the tree 🎄 As we wind down from the holiday rush, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for being part of our SavingDollarsandSense.com community. You make it so special, and I’m so grateful we’re on this journey together! Now that Christmas day is behind us, it’s the perfect time to begin to reflect and plan ahead for an amazing 2025. Here are a few ideas to help you make the most of...
8 months ago • 1 min read
✨ Choosing Grace Over Expectations This Holiday Season Take a deep breath. This month can feel like a whirlwind of joy, stress, anticipation, and even grief. I process it all by writing, so here we are. If you’re sticking around, I hope this points your heart to Jesus, the real gift of Christmas. December has always been bittersweet for me. I love the traditions, but as my kids have grown, many of those moments have faded and I can get stuck reflecting on what feels missing. A few weeks ago,...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Happy Tuesday!! Can you believe Thanksgiving is just around the corner? 🕒 It feels like we blinked, and poof—the holiday season is here! If you're anything like me, you're probably juggling meal plans, guest lists, and figuring out how to stretch every dollar to make it all happen. Well, guess what? I’m here to help! 🎉 Whether you’re hosting the big feast or just bringing a dish to pass, I’ve got tips and tricks to keep Thanksgiving stress-free and budget-friendly. ✨ What’s coming your way:...
10 months ago • 1 min read
It's been a LONG time since I've had Chick-fil-A. Mostly because we don't have one close by, and I'm not looking to drive far just to get a Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade, even though they are SO, SO GOOD!!! Thankfully, I know the recipe for making my own at home. 👉Frosted Lemonade Recipe👈 If you've never had one, it's an ice cream and lemonade drink that is perfectly blended with sweet and refreshing flavors. ~ Kristie P.S. You might also want to try my mermaid water, a layered drink, or whip...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
It's about that time for strawberry picking here in my area of Michigan! Here are some of our favorite Strawberry Recipes: 🍓Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe 🍓Strawberry Dunkaroo Dip Recipe 🍓Strawberry Jam Recipe for Canning 🍓Strawberry Yogurt Fruit Dip Recipe 🍓Strawberry Rhubarb Lemonade Recipe 🍓Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate Recipe 🍓Easy Strawberry Cream Mousse Pie Recipe 🍓Strawberry Blueberry Pound Cake Trifle Recipe 🍓Strawberry Shortcake Pops Recipe 🍓Strawberry Shortcake in a Jar Recipe...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
It's about that time for strawberry picking here in my area of Michigan! Here are some of our favorite Strawberry Recipes: 🍓Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe 🍓Strawberry Dunkaroo Dip Recipe 🍓Strawberry Jam Recipe for Canning 🍓Strawberry Yogurt Fruit Dip Recipe 🍓Strawberry Rhubarb Lemonade Recipe 🍓Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate Recipe 🍓Easy Strawberry Cream Mousse Pie Recipe 🍓Strawberry Blueberry Pound Cake Trifle Recipe 🍓Strawberry Shortcake Pops Recipe 🍓Strawberry Shortcake in a Jar Recipe...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
✨✨ We are SUPER excited about this addition to our website! You can now see all of our posts in one spot! (No need to be on FB during work 😉) Check it out here (direct link to Daily Deals): https://savingdollarsandsense.com/daily-deals/ I know many of you have reached out to me to let me know that you do not use Facebook and have been missing out on all of the deals I share in our Facebook Group. So, after much research and trial and error, I think I've come up with a solution for everyone. I...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read