I recently had the chance to get a copy of Read and Share: Stories about Jesus by Gwen Ellis thanks to BookSneeze.com. Details ... From the bestselling Read and Share® Bible, 13 stories from the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. These time-honored favorites include: The Man … [Read more...]
Toggle Bandz
I was recently provided with samples of Toggle Bandz to review! Details ... Toggle Bandz were created by Amanda Duke (stay at home military wife) having had found frustrations in market headbands and hair accessories. My 5 yr old daughter has thin fine hair and they would … [Read more...]
Head Chefs
I recently had the chance to review Head Chefs kitchen tools thanks to Head Chefs and The Product Review Place. Details ... Each Head Chef has its own story. The spoon is a favorite of my girls so here is the purple spoon's story ... Product: Stirring Spoon … [Read more...]
Piggy Paint Project Earth
I recently had the chance to review Piggy Paint ... again! Details ... They sent me their new neon color and glow in the dark bottles! My girls haven't used any other nail polish to day. I still wouldn't paint them with regular nail polish since their hands all over their … [Read more...]
Party Tips 101: House Partypalooza – Fuzzoodles Fiesta
I am pleased to say that I was selected to be a Fuzzoodles Fiesta host by House Partypalooza and provided with the supplies for this event! Fuzzoodles are a hot toy hit this holiday season. The best part of them is that there is no mess. No glue, not stickers, nothing messy! … [Read more...]
Five Favorite Family Time Ideas
Top FIVE Favorite Family Time Ideas for Little Ones All of my kids are four and under so this list geared towards the little ones in my life! 1) Bubbles. Aren't they awesome? How can you not simple when you see them? (Plus they are CHEAP!) 2) Sidewalk Chalk. If you can walk … [Read more...]
Five Lessons Every Kid Should Learn
What are Five Lessons that Every Kid Should Learn? I once again turned to be husband for these as he is setting up his preschool classroom as I type! These lessons apply to your littlest one all the same as they apply to the one off to college or beyond! 1. Share. You … [Read more...]
Ten Tips for Ensuring a Healthy, Safe and Successful School Year
Well I asked my teacher husband to help come up with these answers. These were his suggestions ... 1. Pack your child's lunch. Make it a healthy one with fruit and veggies! Use whole wheat bread too! 2. Get to know your child's teacher. 3. Put an encouraging note in your … [Read more...]
Tiny Bites
I recently had the chance to review a set of Tiny Bites thanks to Tiny Bites. Details ... Some details from their Product Information Page ... Why can't I just use a knife or a regular pair of scissors? There's nothing wrong with a good old-fashioned knife but have … [Read more...]
Radio Flyer Art
Since 1917, the famous little red wagons by Radio Flyer have been a favorite of families and kids everywhere. Boasting more than a dozen award-winning wagon models and a complete line of tricycles, scooters, and other ride-ons, Radio Flyer is as synonymous with outdoor play as … [Read more...]
Friday Favorites
Friday Favorites is another weekly feature here at Simply Living on a Budget. The whole point of this feature is to share some of my favorite finds. Anything is game. Food. Cleaning supplies. Kid stuff. Garden favorites. Recipes. Anything that I really like and want to randomly … [Read more...]
Fundraising for UVA Children’s Hospital
I am not a big fundraiser person. I believe that you give when and where can give. I don't appreciate phone calls, door-to-door sheets, or people just walking up to you. If I could give to every organization that asked, I could but I can't. So if you skip this post, I don't blame … [Read more...]
Thrifty Shopping at Thrift Shops
Do you shop at your local thrift shops? If not, you are probably missing out! I already did a piece about my children's consignment sale addiction. I do love them. I did miss out on a few recently but I don't feel like I lost out. Why is that? The local thrift shops are a gold … [Read more...]
PlanToys
I was provided with new Baby Car from PlanToys, who make great educational toys, to support this review! I am a sucker for wooden toys. I love wooden toys for my kids. They all love playing with wooden toys too so they aren't just sitting around looking pretty on a shelf. (As … [Read more...]
Dr. ZarBee’s Cough Syrup Review and Giveaway
I recently had the chance for my kids to try Dr. ZarBee's Cough Syrup. If you have been following my tweets you know my house has been a sick zone this past week and half. We are so tired of being sick. The problem with sick little kids is there isn't much you can give them. All … [Read more...]