$100/month on groceries Challenge

So much is happening this week over at my new Balancing Beauty and Bedlam site.

Just a few of the posts that I have covered recently: Saving money on groceries by eating from your Pantry and some $25/week meal plan updates, Balancing Blogging Goals

Five Languages of an Apology

Rebelling again Resolutions, and more.

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Last minute DIY Gift Ideas

In the amount of time it would take for you to drive to the mall, you can create these last minute DIY gift ideas. Personal, creative, and fabulously frugal - check them out here.

Two "Top Ten" Favorites on my Frugal Fashionista list

I am "Lovin' Leather at Frugal Fashionista prices."
Come check out two of my latest finds and see why I finally took the leather jacket splurge.

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Quick and Easy Table Decor

As the thermostat switches from air to heat, I typically get out my fall decorations and enjoy them for months. This year, however, life got away from me with my trip to Ecuador, and now I am scrambling to highlight our Thanksgiving table with some quick, easy and frugal decor.

Our first step to easy Thanksgiving table decor is to “shop your house and yard.” As much as I desire a Better Homes and Garden look, a simple approach to decorating assures us that we don’t have to be designers to create a welcoming home. I love to add more glamor than what I am showing, but my desire is to encourage everyone that with just a few extra minutes, and no money spent, a beautiful table can be set.

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Tasty Tuesday - I'm posting live from South America

This is really happening. I'm here in Ecuador to bring my new nephew home. What a privilege and amazing experience to watch sheer grace unfold.
Just thought I would let those of you know how are still on my old feed.
Come on over and link up to Tasty Tuesday - South American style and see what this trip is all about.

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