A Different Side of Florida for Families When most people hear the word "Florida," their minds immediately drift to a couple of classic vacation staples: white-sand beaches and mega theme parks. While riding rollercoasters and building sandcastles are wonderful traditions, there is another side to the Sunshine State that many families have yet to discover. If you are craving a vacation that swaps long lines and crowded boardwalks for wide-open skies and hands-on nature, it might be time to Continue Reading
Where to Find Conservative Maternity Clothes
Updated for 2026! If you're pregnant and having a hard time trying to find modest dresses and skirts, and tops without plunging necklines, this post is for you. After multiple pregnancies, I've found a lot of great places to shop for conservative, but attractive styles. We all have different reasons for wanting to wear a more conservative style. Comfort, body type, personal style, religious convictions and even something as simple as trying to stay warmer can all come into play. It also goes Continue Reading
Are These 5 Expenses Sabotaging the Family Budget?
If money is tight right now, and there's probably extra Christmas spending on the horizon, you might be wondering just how you're going to make until the end of the month. Now might be a really good time to look at five common budget saboteurs. We often complain about gas prices and groceries, but fail to see that some of our biggest expenditures are needless extras, and non-essentials. Take a look at your last bank or credit card statement and you'll see what I Continue Reading
Cloth Diaper Sale Roundup for Black Friday 2025
Thank goodness that cloth diapers continue to be a big money-saver for families! Check out my list below to save on your purchases from Black Friday to Cyber Monday. Amazon Offers FREE Prime delivery on most cloth diapers and accessories, plus a lot of limited time offers and deals! Buttons Diapers: Get 25% off with code THANKFUL25. If you’ve been waiting to stock up, refresh your stash, or try something new — this is your moment. Sale ends 12/1/25. Charlie Banana: Shop their Continue Reading
A Quick Look at the TickTalk 5 Smart Watch for Children
How do you stay connected with your children and teenagers while also keeping them safe from predatory technology? The most basic solution is the home land line. This is a safe and reliable way to communicate, and it's something many families are already paying for. But there are limitations. It can only be used at home, there's no texting, and it's easy to lose track of. And if the batteries die while you're searching for the handset, your only hope at that point is Saint Anthony. The flip Continue Reading