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Getting mail is SO fun for kids, combine it with something they're SUPER interested in and you have an AWESOME gift -- often super affordable too!

You’ve Got Mail! 9 Subscriptions To Get Kids Excited About Learning

PUBLISHED: November 24, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

Do you ever look at your kids at Christmas and just see them overwhelmed by all the bills that surrounds them?  For small kids, especially (my teen Continue Reading

Christmas is a fine line. Presents bring a lot of joy, but that has a finite limit, yet we continue to buy. Here's some tips about doing Christmas on a budget, with all the joy. :)

Buying Christmas Gifts On A Budget

PUBLISHED: November 24, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

Christmas, it's the spirit of joy and a reminder of Jesus Christ and all that is good and happy in this world.  I won't even let my kids talk aboutthe Continue Reading

The Man’s Man Gift Guide

PUBLISHED: November 21, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

If you have a husband or male in your life that loves the great outdoors I have some great gift ideas for you. Continue Reading

Gift Guide for your Pre-Engineering Teen

PUBLISHED: November 18, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

My son already wants to be an engineer.  He loves how things work.  He loves all things electronics.  Not just for the game of the, but Continue Reading

Is your tween a tech-head? Do they love all things electronics. Check out this gift guide to spark your holiday ideas to give THEM something to spark their curiosity!

Gift Guide For Your Techno Tween

PUBLISHED: November 14, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

My boys would rather be on the computer (or a computer-like device) than pretty much anything in the world.  We'd be at Disneyland and they still Continue Reading

The classic refinement of a Minted Christmas card!

The Big Christmas Card Reveal!

PUBLISHED: November 12, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

This post is sponspored by Minted.com -- do NOT look if you're on my Christmas card list... you'll want to wait for the surprise come December! Is Continue Reading

Buying Family Health Insurance

PUBLISHED: November 12, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

When we moved to Arizona I was faced with a really low salary from the mister, along with GIANT insurance costs for our family.  We had really been Continue Reading

Do you hvae a little crafty gal on your holiday shopping list? Check out these great products to inspire their imgination and fill their sticker itch!

Gift Guide For The Crafty Girl

PUBLISHED: November 11, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

But MOM, I WANT an American Girl doll!  She sighs as she thumbs through the catalog.  Main problem, she really doesn't.  Not at all. Continue Reading

Christmas Cards are SUCH a gift. I just can't imagine stopping, I wish I could give ally my friends a hug, and this year they're getting something special from Minted from me. You can can win big TOO!

Put a Stamp On Your Love

PUBLISHED: November 9, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

This post is sponsored by Minted.com -- check out their adorable designs for a truly classic look to send to your friends. I remember the first year Continue Reading

Hope is a funny thing, sometimes it's so hard to find, even though you know it will change everything once you have it.

How to Find Hope

PUBLISHED: November 8, 2015 | By Hilary Erickson

We went to Utah over our fall break.  Yes, I have family there, but it was mainly for my husband to interview at a company he was really hopeful Continue Reading

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