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 — I can tell you that the secret to a happy road trip isn't the destination. It's what happens in the back seat for the six hours it takes to get there. "I've packed up a car with eight kids more times than I can count, and the... 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

Kids Eat Free or Cheap Deals 2026

By: Stacy Maines   Updated on June 15, 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 6/15/2026. Kids Eat Free deals change often and may vary by location. Most offers are based on one free... Read this post
Gift cards for teachers

Best Gift Cards for Teachers + Printable Gift Card Holders

By: Cathy Yoder   Updated on May 20, 2026 37 Family,Stay at Home
Family|Stay at Home|Gifts
Free Printable Gift Card Holders for Teachers (Plus Gift Cards They'll Love) The Easiest Way to Make Any Teacher Gift Feel Extra Special "Though teachers appreciate every gift they receive, I love treating teachers and staff to gift cards. Bonus if... Read this post

25 Best Clean Romance Novels (Closed-Door Favorites)

By: Cathy Yoder   Published on February 16, 2026 8 Family
Family
Clean Romance Novels: Newer Favorites + Timeless Classics Cozy Clean Romance Books You’ll Actually Want to Finish If you love a swoony love story but want to skip graphic scenes, this list is for you. These are clean / closed-door romance novels... Read this post
20 years of marriage and 8 kids later... here's my top tip for a successful marriage... date nights are a must! Here's a list of more than 100 ideas. Time to make date night a priority!

100+ Cheap Date Night Ideas for Couples

By: Cathy Yoder   Published on January 8, 2026 12 Family,Frugal Living
Family|Frugal Living|Wise
Cheap Date Night Ideas That Are Fun & Budget Friendly Fun, Low-Pressure Date Night Ideas You’ll Actually Want to Do Real talk: even the best marriages can start to feel like two busy people running a household. I’ve been married for 30+... Read this post

White Elephant Gift Exchange Rules, Variations, and Hosting Tips

By: Stacy Maines   Published on December 22, 2025 1 Family,Christmas
Family|Christmas
How to Host a White Elephant Gift Exchange White Elephant Gift Exchange Rules, Variations, and Hosting Tips Want a holiday party activity that’s easy, budget-friendly, and guaranteed to get people laughing? A white elephant gift exchange (sometimes... Read this post
family friendly haunted houses near me

Family Friendly Haunted Houses Near Me 2025

By: Stacy Maines   Published on September 23, 2025 Family,Halloween
Family|Halloween
Family Friendly Haunted Houses (Halloween 2025 Guide) Find the Best Haunted Houses for Kids and Families If you’ve been searching for family friendly haunted houses near me, you’re in the right place! 🎃 As a mom, I totally get the struggle.... Read this post
free movie screenings and free movie premiers

7 Ways to Get Free Movie Screenings & Premieres in 2026

By: Stacy Maines   Updated on January 30, 2026 Family,Frugal Living
Family|Frugal Living
How to Get Tickets to Free Movie Screenings and Free Movie Premieres Going to the movies is one of my favorite family activities—but ticket prices can feel like a splurge. The good news? There are plenty of free movie screenings and special events... Read this post
vidangel review and tips

Our Honest VidAngel Review, How it Works and How to Try VidAngel

By: Cathy Yoder   Updated on June 14, 2026 29 Family,Wise
Family|Wise|Stay at Home
We’ve used VidAngel for 5+ years and it has made watching TV a much more pleasant experience. Even shows you’d expect to be “safe” can surprise you—VidAngel lets me reliably filter out language, scenes, and moments I don’t want... Read this post

How to Get Cheap & Free School Supplies for College Students

By: Cathy Yoder   Published on August 17, 2025 4 Family,Wealthy
Family|Wealthy|Back To School
College School Supplies Are Expensive! I never realized just how expensive it is for a child to prepare for college! My kids have been saving and working for years to prepare for this, yet there is no way one can be 100% prepared for the rising expenses... Read this post
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