What to buy in October

10 of the Best Things to Buy in October

By: Cathy Yoder   Published on October 1, 2026 Frugal Living,Wealthy
Frugal Living|Wealthy
October is one of my favorite months of the year. It is a time of leaves, spooky Halloween, sweaters, and the best kind of cold. Here in Idaho fall is SO beautiful. It is one of my favorite seasons. Not only is it one of my favorite seasons, but it's also a time where we can save BIG on common items that everyone needs to buy. Last month we shared the best items to buy during September. So for this month, I have researched and found everything you need to know about... Read this post
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Amazon Prime Day 2026: Big Deal Days, Deals & Pro Tips

By: Stacy Maines   Published on September 30, 2026 46 Comments Frugal Living,Wealthy
Frugal Living|Wealthy|Amazon Deal Blog
Amazon Prime Day 2026: Prime Big Deal Days, Dates & Deals Amazon's next major Prime shopping event is almost here! Prime Big Deal Days 2026 runs October 6–7, with 48 hours of Prime-exclusive deals starting at 12:01 a.m. PDT on October 6. Early... Read this post
Halloween handout ideas

15 Candy Free Halloween Handouts

By: Cathy Yoder   Updated on October 3, 2026 2 Comments Halloween
Halloween
The Best Trick or Treat Candy Free Halloween Handouts for Kids 15 Fun and Awesome Candy Free Halloween Handouts Halloween will be here before we know it. I get tired of all the sugar my kids come home with on Halloween and a years ago I decided it... Read this post

Halloween Party Essentials for School (Games & Decor)

By: Stacy Maines   Published on September 14, 2026 3 Comments Halloween
Halloween
Classroom Halloween Party Essentials & Ideas This post may contain affiliate links. If you buy through our links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only share products we love and recommend. It’s spooky... Read this post

Kids Eat Free or Cheap Deals 2026

By: Stacy Maines   Published on August 27, 2026 Family,Wealthy
Family|Wealthy
Kids Eat Free Deals 2026: Every National Restaurant Offer, by Day Where Do Kids Eat Free? Your Quick-Answer Guide for 2026 Important: Updated 8/26/2026. Kids Eat Free deals change often and may vary by location. Most offers are based on one free... Read this post
amazon haul deals and tips

Amazon Haul Deals: How It Works, Tips & Current Finds

By: Stacy Maines   Published on August 26, 2026 1 Comment Frugal Living,Stay at Home
Frugal Living|Stay at Home|Amazon Deal Blog
Amazon Haul Deals: $2 & Under Finds, College Faves & Weekly Updates Right Now on Amazon Haul: 70% Off Summer Clearance, 60% Off College Faves & Back to School If you have not placed your first Amazon Haul order yet, this is a great time... Read this post
Rving for beginners

10 DIY RV Camping Tips and Tricks for Beginners

By: Cathy Yoder   Published on August 26, 2026 2 Comments Travel,Camping
Travel|Camping
Top 10 RV Camping Tips for Beginners Whether you're a seasoned RVer or you're just getting ready to take your first trip, the RV camping tips below are sure to help you out. Some of them are just fun little tips to help make your camp life more enjoyable,... Read this post

60 Fun Summer Activities for Kids

By: Becky   Published on July 15, 2026 1 Comment Family
Family
Summer break is exciting, but it usually does not take long before someone says, “I’m bored.” Kids are used to full school days, and suddenly having weeks of unstructured time can be a big adjustment. In my house, my kids would happily spend... Read this post
Car trip games

25 Road Trip Games for Kids — DIY, Printable & Ready-to-Buy Activities for Every Age

By: Cathy Yoder   Published on June 17, 2026 1 Comment Family,Travel
Family|Travel
25 Road Trip Games for Kids — DIY, Printable & Ready-to-Buy Activities for Every Age Keep Kids Happy (and the Car Peaceful) on Your Next Road Trip After raising eight kids — and now loading up the car with grandkids for summer adventures —... Read this post

Report Card Freebies 2026 + Easy Good Grade Reward Ideas

By: Stacy Maines   Published on June 15, 2026 Family,Frugal Living
Family|Frugal Living
Report Card Freebies & Good Grade Rewards Fun Ways to Celebrate Good Grades Without Spending Much Important: Updated 6/15/2026. Offers can change fast and may vary by location. Always call ahead before promising your child a reward. Looking... Read this post
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8 Amazon Prime Benefits Worth Knowing About in 2026

By: Stacy Maines   Published on June 14, 2026 55 Comments Wise
Wise
Stacy here — and I honestly couldn't tell you what year I signed up for Amazon Prime because it's been that long. At this point it's just part of how our family shops, watches TV, listens to music, and even orders groceries. If you've been on the... Read this post
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