I like to turn projects on their ear. Really. Those of you who read regularly know that I’m always trying to find that unique twist that makes a project different. This fall when I was down at the Walmart Headquarters with the rest of the Walmart Moms for our “Holiday Trip” (Holiday in retail/marketing starts… Keep Reading
Concert Wear
December is holiday time–and that means it’s also holiday concert time! Yes–that’s right, those of you with kids who sing or play instruments know exactly what I’m talking about. The first concert of the school season is ALWAYS in December and usually has a holiday theme. It’s a pretty typical thing for a school band… Keep Reading
Quick Christmas Gift–Yankee Candles
Christmas gifts are both wonderful and sometime stressful. I love receiving gifts and I love choosing gifts for the people I know well. What I find awful is trying to choose gifts for that person you don’t really know but are obliged to get something for, for the person who is super picky, and for… Keep Reading
Thanksgiving Style
The Frugal Upstate family had a lovely Thanksgiving this year. We spent it at my Mother in Law’s house, as we do each year, surrounded by family–to include Yankee Bill’s 97 year old grandmother, who is still sharp as a tack! We are a pretty casual family when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner–it’s all about… Keep Reading
Military Appreciation Month
This post was sponsored by the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. Did you know November was Military Family Appreciation month? Military families are special people. Imagine having to move every three to five years–pack it all up, house, kids, car–leave all the friends you’ve made, have your… Keep Reading
5 Ways to Make Your Home Welcoming to Guests
Thanksgiving. Christmas. New Years. From now through the end of the year is a joyful time full of family, friends and fun. That means lot of guests as well! So how do you get your home ready and make it welcoming for guests? Well, that’s what Walmart asked me–so here I am to share. 5… Keep Reading
Pumpkin Tiramisu
Tired of the same old Thanksgiving desserts? Looking for something a little different? How about trying this Pumpkin Tiramisu that I put together for Walmart as a sweet Thanksgiving treat! (Doesn’t it look pretty on the Pioneer Woman Paige plate?) Tiramisu is a chilled dessert made with “Lady’s Finger” cookies dipped in strong coffee alternated… Keep Reading
Craft kits ideas for Christmas: Knits Cool and Texts Cool
Craft kits make a great Christmas gift! I love giving my own kids at least one craft kit each year–it’s fun to have a project to complete. Craft kits are also a great gift for those kids in your life that you really aren’t sure what to buy. You know, those nieces and nephews that… Keep Reading
8 Ways to Donate Gifts this Christmas
The holidays are such a wonderful time of year–snow is still new enough to be pretty, homes are decorated in their Christmas finery and twinkling lights, stores are full of bright colors and cheerful carols. We look forward to once a year traditions and spending time with family. And yet–these are difficult times. There have… Keep Reading
Star Wars — Battlefront at Walmart
Star Wars. ahhh. The original movie came out when I was 5, so I’m guessing I never actually saw it in the theater. I think I eventually saw it on laser disc years later. (yikes–remember those? Like the size of a record, but it was a movie. . . my mom would rent the player… Keep Reading
