tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.comments2023-05-15T15:16:43.707-07:00Making Things Stretch...Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger144125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-68874286921434608762018-06-01T20:49:52.059-07:002018-06-01T20:49:52.059-07:00I am very much in agreement that we need to talk t...I am very much in agreement that we need to talk to our kids about how much things cost. I love hand me downs, yard sales and resale shops. My girls are mostly too big to find anything at those places. Sometimes we find some thing they like. The boy is easier. One of the things we started doing to help the girls was to make them responsible for buying their own clothes. We give them a specific Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-5129394682047362842017-10-17T10:04:51.730-07:002017-10-17T10:04:51.730-07:00We have moved a lot! Ian always calls several movi...We have moved a lot! Ian always calls several moving companies to get the cheapest quotes. He then will ask Uhaul to price match. They always have. Then he calls the other company back and tells them Uhaul price matched- and they will match that price. Then he will give Uhaul another try. Over half of our moves, Uhaul has price matched the second time. When we moved to Alaska we did something becky.onelittlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17018699026523374480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-83583296507022105592017-04-20T09:51:19.742-07:002017-04-20T09:51:19.742-07:00I read that once on a couponing site...to be sure ...I read that once on a couponing site...to be sure to do your math because bigger isn't always cheaper when using coupons :-)Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09240375223171527109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-57888408369565510982016-12-08T21:35:44.659-08:002016-12-08T21:35:44.659-08:00We have had to visit the ER several times for stap...We have had to visit the ER several times for staples, stitches and broken bones. Be ware that not only does the ER and the doctor send a bill, but any labs, imagery, or other specialists will also be sending their bills. And our insurance has never paid them. We pay our co-pay and a large portion of the other bills as well. You must have great insurance. Ours is the best plan our employer offersbecky.onelittlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17018699026523374480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-44671050123891294662016-12-05T12:30:44.222-08:002016-12-05T12:30:44.222-08:00I call this "Aunt Mae's Snickerdoodles&qu...I call this "Aunt Mae's Snickerdoodles". My grandmother volunteered in a PTA thrift shop in Whittier where she mended clothes. A little old lady, who the volunteers referred to as Aunt Mae, brought Snickerdoodles to them. This is when Jerry and I were dating, and he once said that his favorite cookie was Snickerdoodles. My grandmother asked Aunt Mae for the recipe, so here it isAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02946292184818702611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-19373257093961238812016-09-07T10:36:25.538-07:002016-09-07T10:36:25.538-07:00Forms for packing are a must! Something I do is m...Forms for packing are a must! Something I do is make "snack packs"...gallon size Ziploc bags with a variety of snacks, some healthy (fruit cups, banana, granola bar or trail mix) and some treats they rarely get like a candy, bag of potato chips, etc. They get them at the beginning and they know that is all they get, no reststop treats, if they eat it all in the first hour, oh well! Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09240375223171527109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-31518754137061032032016-05-03T18:52:27.771-07:002016-05-03T18:52:27.771-07:00That looks delicious! Happy Birthday to your "...That looks delicious! Happy Birthday to your "little" guy!Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-68815151625125985832016-03-08T14:29:35.614-08:002016-03-08T14:29:35.614-08:00but... did you get a bars bar recipe?! :Dbut... did you get a bars bar recipe?! :Dmehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04474672131593033613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-49925779093276885592016-02-23T23:04:41.867-08:002016-02-23T23:04:41.867-08:00You're welcome, friend :)You're welcome, friend :)becky.onelittlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17018699026523374480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-56782180453846414382016-02-21T11:43:16.395-08:002016-02-21T11:43:16.395-08:00Wood pulp is cellulose. I believe that cellulose i...Wood pulp is cellulose. I believe that cellulose is sprayed onto all shredded cheese which prevents clumping. I have also bought block cheeses and shred myself and that is one of the reasons, but I don't think it's terrible to use it occasionally. I definitely buy preshredded cheeses for camping or fishing trips when I'm using a camp kitchen. becky.onelittlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17018699026523374480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-4667821314517732752016-02-02T07:04:26.842-08:002016-02-02T07:04:26.842-08:00I am glad Target works for you. They do have decen...I am glad Target works for you. They do have decent quality and prices. My girls have a hard time finding clothes at Target. They all seem to be cut a little too slim for them. Abby has better luck, but even she has to hunt. Sami actually finds the best fit at Justice, of all places. Just have to find a sale and coupons. Or a willing grandmother ;)Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-46527518574155529612015-12-04T04:08:22.823-08:002015-12-04T04:08:22.823-08:00Thanks for posting this! I've missed these eve...Thanks for posting this! I've missed these ever since I graduated. I don't know what it is, but there's something special about this Bistro classic.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01772675957533569492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-57993504245237901952015-08-18T04:03:05.398-07:002015-08-18T04:03:05.398-07:00My absolute favorite cc cookie recipe is from The ...My absolute favorite cc cookie recipe is from The America's test Kitchen cookbook. It is for giant chewy cookies, but I make regular size cookies instead. I only set the oven to 325 and use parchment paper and only bake them for 12-13 minutes. They come out perfect every time. I concur with creaming the butter and sugar until there are no lumps. This recipe calls for melting and then cooling Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-46078348101717891842015-06-24T10:32:18.383-07:002015-06-24T10:32:18.383-07:00Our accountant cautioned us about those calls. He ...Our accountant cautioned us about those calls. He said the IRS will never call you like that. Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-63363848942531528782015-03-16T06:06:46.719-07:002015-03-16T06:06:46.719-07:00To underscore your point about doing what works fo...To underscore your point about doing what works for you, I had to stop shopping at multiple stores. Now I probably pay a little more, but I have found it is a better use of my time to do all my grocery shopping at Wegmans. And that helps minimize my stress. I also love reading other's organization tips, but I rarely use too many of the suggestions. Just what will work for me. :)Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-38398069412868787752015-02-27T04:32:11.590-08:002015-02-27T04:32:11.590-08:00Several years ago I was visiting my family in Texa...Several years ago I was visiting my family in Texas with my sister and her kids. We stayed at her in-laws. Her MIL made runsas for dinner. I loved it and got the recipe from her because I'm pretty sure JB would like them. I have yet to make them. Mostly because of the hassle of making the bread. I think I might need to invest in a bread maker. I'm glad you found a recipe everyone liked. Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-38683732884094699762015-01-10T20:17:51.150-08:002015-01-10T20:17:51.150-08:00I like that plan. Of course my one thing a day usu...I like that plan. Of course my one thing a day usually ends up being the same thing every day...laundry. Or dishes. ;)Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-14307168367896995952014-10-15T07:11:22.802-07:002014-10-15T07:11:22.802-07:00I totally agree Anne. My niece had to get prescrip...I totally agree Anne. My niece had to get prescription glasses, and she had a hard time with them. Each day was either a good day or bad day--sight wise. On the good days she just takes them off and leaves them wherever, so we are always looking for them. I babysit her and her sister in the afternoon. I'm not sure where my sister in-law got the glasses, but now I know that if my kids will Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05475516131532166012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-23316036970802509772014-08-02T04:13:25.959-07:002014-08-02T04:13:25.959-07:00Thanks for the suggestion :) Almost everything got...Thanks for the suggestion :) Almost everything got off except the green thumb ;) We did actually take the girls this week coincidentally (we'd been planning it for months) to the American Girl store to each get a doll. I had wanted to for a very long time but Autumn had never asked for one because she didn't think it was possible. They each chose a just like me girl with earrings ;) Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11006242469989144965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-55771015990854636572014-07-27T16:50:34.734-07:002014-07-27T16:50:34.734-07:00I have heard that benzoyl peroxide 10% acne cream ...I have heard that benzoyl peroxide 10% acne cream and sunshine (and a little time) can bleach almost anything off the dolls without damaging the color of the skin. You might want to YouTube search. Glad she found a treasure. I'm sure you know that the doll clothes at JoAnns and Michaels will fit the American Girls perfectly. As well as Dollie and Me dresses.Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-87267264559659923412014-07-10T15:44:50.243-07:002014-07-10T15:44:50.243-07:00It is amazing how a properly fitting bra can make ...It is amazing how a properly fitting bra can make you feel. I'm glad you spent the time and money on this.Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06417002914109413049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-81099134369799097472014-06-06T04:18:02.676-07:002014-06-06T04:18:02.676-07:00I think that was really reasonable! So, let me ex...I think that was really reasonable! So, let me explain the two pairs. It has more to do with me. Certain things really stress me out. Losing books from the library and losing glasses are two of them. I just didn't want to get really upset with my kids if they couldn't find their glasses. And since Eli was only 5 this past year and Sami 7/8, they often misplace things. :( They alsoAnnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11006242469989144965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-61383800444550536472014-06-02T16:18:58.151-07:002014-06-02T16:18:58.151-07:00This is our first year with glasses. Micaela needs...This is our first year with glasses. Micaela needs them to see far, but we only bought her one pair. They were transition lenses for bright sun. I'm curious why choose more than one pair of glasses? We used a local optometrist office- it was kinda boutiquish, but we're in a small town in Alaska- nothing is cheap ;) Anyway, they sold all their children's frames with insurance, so if becky.onelittlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17018699026523374480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-17350798657427299822014-01-16T17:43:51.482-08:002014-01-16T17:43:51.482-08:00Hey, becky.onelittle... how are you??? Can you em...Hey, becky.onelittle... how are you??? Can you email me? I've tried to get in touch with you...Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11006242469989144965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6860258332662044852.post-36090187213914668242014-01-15T10:49:04.371-08:002014-01-15T10:49:04.371-08:00I loaded the kindle edition of this on my phone ye...I loaded the kindle edition of this on my phone yesterday. The kids loved hearing the jokes throughout the day. I really appreciate the clean humor. Thanks! becky.onelittlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17018699026523374480noreply@blogger.com