El Capitain, Quadalupe Mts. NPWe love this park in west Texas and have been there several times. It's close to Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico, so one day in each place works well. You can camp at the park or stay at a hotel near Carlsbad. Both areas provide cooler temperatures on hot summer days.Be sure to stop in the town of Marfa, TX on your way. … [Read more...]
Unplug the Kids for Some Downtime This Summer!
Simple CampfireHow's your summer going? If you have kids, you know how hectic summer can be. It can be difficult to carve out a little time when you are not running to this place or that. Time to just be. Even with a family you can make time for some down time. It's a choice. Just say no to some of the requests.It seems we need to unplug from all … [Read more...]
10 Stay Cool Tips for Hot Days
It's Summer! I do love summer, but some days are just too hot. Here are some ways I've found that really work to keep you cool on those days. (If these don't work, you can always wear a wet t-shirt and stand in front of a fan!) 1. Run your ceiling fan the right way: counterclockwise. That's the opposite of the wintertime direction. Be sure your … [Read more...]
10 Free Things to Do in St. Louis that are Really Nice + 1 Indoor Playground that is Worth the Price
St. Louis, Missouri Looking for a fun family vacation destination? "Meet Me in St. Louis!" as the song goes. It's my childhood home that I still visit quite often. I love that you can have a great time in St. Louis and spend much less than you would in other cities. How about free concerts, free fireworks, a free day at the zoo, time … [Read more...]
A Luxurious Copper Floor for Pennies and 7 Other Penny Decor Projects
Looking for some home improvement, decor, or craft projects that cost just pennies? With the name of this blog, I had to post about this trend in the "Maker Culture," also known as do-it-yourselfers. I love the penny floor, but I think I'll try some smaller projects first! It seems a penny covered bowling ball is a hot project in garden decor these … [Read more...]
April Deals and Warm Weather Fun Ahead (Plus Zeriscaping)
You can save money this Spring for fun outdoor living that lasts into early Autumn. 1. On sale in April: laptops, cookware, barbeque grills, and insulated drapes. Click here for ways to use these to save on upcoming events and to reap the savings through Summer and into Fall. Remember insulated drapes save on air conditioning bills as well as … [Read more...]
Gatorade Clone Recipe: Easy and Cheap!
With all of the high heat this summer, it's really important to hydrate. Dehydration can cause a lot of problems, so prevent it by drinking plenty of water. Also try this recipe that is like many of the sports drinks you can buy to replace electrolytes. This one won't taste exactly like Gator Ade, but it will do the job for much less money!Basic … [Read more...]
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