A Frugal Life Now...

Hello, my name is Ana I'm a wife and mother. I'm always looking for ways to better myself and my family. I love crafts especially Dollhouse Miniatures in 1:12 scale, fashion (Plus size), cooking, reading, jewelry making, and boating. You can easily find me on the hunt for treasures at thrift stores and deals at the Dollar Tree. We are a 1 income home our budget is tight.

Thursday, November 29, 2018

1 Month Up-Cycle Challenge Clothing, Accessories, and Home

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Recently, I have been going through my home donating many bags of toys, clothes, and household items. However, I chose to keep certain pi...
Tuesday, November 27, 2018

M&M Marbled Biscotti Recipe

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This was one of my Thrift Store finds. This recipe card indicates a baking time of 35 minutes makes 24 pieces and is freezer friendly. How ...
Thursday, November 22, 2018

Thanksgiving Dinner for 1 Please

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The Holiday Season can be a difficult for those who have lost loved ones or not near family or friends. Dinner for 1 Please . I truly ...
Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Winter Home Preparation and Car Kit List

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Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and it will be the coldest one since 1996 in Maryland. The arctic cold air from Canada will sweep in and leave our ...
Wednesday, November 7, 2018

Making Your Home Your Haven

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Making your home a Haven. This can be done little by little. 1. Cleanliness 2. Organization 3. Decluttering when feeling overwhelmed ...
Saturday, October 27, 2018

Idea's from Gooseberry Patch

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Here is a Spicy Pumpkin Pie Recipe from my Gooseberry Patch Book. Its that time of the year where baking takes center place in our...

Thrift Store Prepping Finds

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When ever I go thrift store shopping I have a mental list of things needed for the home. These things can range from a simple serving dish ...
Saturday, October 20, 2018

Autumn is here and Home Idea's

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In Maryland we have been having cold nights and crisp days. My favorite times of the year are Autumn and Winter. You get snuggle up wit...
Saturday, October 13, 2018

Being a Mom and My Selfish Mistake

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Next to my bed my night stand holds a straw basket lined with a creamy cloth. This basket holds a ton of books and magazines that I want to ...
Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Prepping on a Budget

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I just posted a Sams Club Haul (see bleow). I know how difficult it can be to buy bulk food items that are budget friendly and tasty.  S o,...
Tuesday, October 9, 2018

NASA wants to Save the U.S. from the Destruction of Super Volcano YellowStone

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Its important for us to stay in the know so we can be better prepare our ourselves and family. So lets touch on a few topics. Alot of pe...
Monday, October 8, 2018

What are they getting us ready for?

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This weekend my sister came over and we had a great time. Bargain hunting at thrift stores and such. After a long day of shopping we need...
Monday, September 24, 2018

Rationing Food Whats Happening!

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Sugar and Wheat Alot of people are out of touch with the decline in food production in this world. Weather has played a significant ...
Sunday, September 23, 2018

My Dollar Tree Prepping items

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Here are a few items I bought for my preparedness. I hit jackpot at the Dollar Tree. These are the items I purchased. All $1.00 each. All t...

Prepping and Pantry Idea's

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Good morning my friends its 8:15 am on a Sunday. Maryland is gloomy and raining outside. We have had rain almost everyday since Hurricane Fl...
Thursday, September 20, 2018

Simple Autumn Home Decor

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Autumn brings me a feeling of nesting. All the rich deep jewel tones of mother nature. I long to surround myself with them. I have alread...
Saturday, September 15, 2018

Hurricane Storm Surge is Serious

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I just viewed a very good video on You Tube to give you a visual of what may happen with storm surge/water rising. These are real dangers! I...
Thursday, September 13, 2018

Why didnt I.....Hurricane Florence

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                          In the face of incoming Hurricane Florence I wasn't ready. What I needed here is my list. -Neede...
Wednesday, September 5, 2018

PBS The Miniaturist

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I was browsing my subscriptions on YouTube. I saw a new show featured on PBS. I nearly jumped out of my chair when I saw the Dollho...
Saturday, September 1, 2018

Working on my Prepping Food Stock

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A while back I shared that I found a food dehydrator at the Goodwill for a great price it looked brand new in the box with all the paper wor...
Thursday, August 30, 2018

Yesterday....time lost or memories created

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Yesterday, was a busy day for me. I feel I loose special moments with my children because of the mundane chores. We need to carve out time f...
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Hello, I'm Ana a wife, mother, and friend. I have 5 children that keep me super busy. I'm enjoying the journey of life. I like to share it with you.
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