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It’s OK to Keep Some

September 19, 2008

As I've tried to find the line between keeping a modest stockpile and hoarding (see Stockpiling vs. Hoarding post), I've found myself feeling guilty about keeping certain items that I consider luxuries.Sometimes I'll have coupons and deals that allow … [Read more...]

Expired Coupons? Support Our Military Families

September 9, 2008

I can't bear to throw away expired coupons! If I took the time to clip them, I'd love for someone to use them. But what good are they when they've expired?I just packed up my first batch of expired coupons, and I'm sending them to overseas military … [Read more...]

Sharing the Blessings

August 30, 2008

I love to share the deals that I find! I usually do this by donating my excess to our local women's shelter. This morning I had a chance to bless my mom with some extra Downy fabric softner I had gotten at CVS a week or so ago. We were headed to my … [Read more...]

Stockpiling vs. Hoarding

August 13, 2008

I was visiting some blogs recently and saw stockpile pictures that made my chin hit the floor. There were people who had 50 bottles of shampoo, 100 boxes of mac 'n cheese, and more toothpaste than my family will use this century. It made me consider … [Read more...]

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Welcome! I'm Jennifer - wife and homeschooling mom, Jesus-follower, lover of big ideas & good books, encourager, essential oil user, website designer. I have a crazy love for baking, printables, and hospitality. So grab a cup of coffee (or lemon water), prop up your feet, and stay for a while.
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