Home Preschool

Next year, I am going to start our oldest child in 4k. So, this will be the last year that I will have all of my little ones with me all day. In a way, I am looking forward to having a child in school. I like alot of the things that go along with school. I am okay with having a set schedule, I look forward to making new friends, and I like having alot of books around (I know... weird). With all the good things that come with school, it is a little hard to let go of my girls as they grow up. Even though I would not want them to be underfoot forever, the idea of me sending them into the big world without me is a little scary.

For now, I am doing some home preschool activities with our 3 and 2 year old. I have some fun "field trips", crafts, learning activities, and playdates in mind for this fall. My biggest tip for home preschool is to make learning fun! I'm going to enjoy my 3 daughters all day, everyday. Home preschool Works for Me.

-Robin

Mint Lemonade

This is a frugal cool drink for the end of the summer. I am usually able to get a large bottle of lemon concentrate at the drug store for free - $1 making lemonade super cheap. We grow mint on our porch, so it's free.

Mint Lemonade





6 cups of water


1 cup lemon juice from concentrate


1 cup sugar


Fresh mint leaves





Heat water and sugar on the stove until sugar is dissolved. Remove from stove and pour in a 2 quart pitcher. Add lemon juice and fresh mint. Stir. Serve over ice.





Thanks Sara for inspiring this recipe.



For more frugal recipes, go to $5 Dinners for the $5 Dinner Challenge!


-Robin

Menu Plan Monday 8/30

It's a busy week for us! We are going to have lots of company this weekend. I'm making a menu plan, but it will likely change on Wednesday when I see what is on sale.

Monday: Beans and Rice

Tueday: Lasagna made with Freezer Pasta Sauce and Salad with Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Wednesday: Church dinner

Thursday: Chicken casserole with a vegetable side

Friday: Pork Barbecue and Stuffed Banana Peppers

Saturday: Chicken Tacos with Fresh Tomato Salsa

Sunday: Steak and Potatoes

I hope you all have a great week! For more menu plans, go to Orgjunkie.com

-Robin

Happy Sunday!

I lift up my eyes to you, to you whose throne is in heaven. Psalms 123:1 NIV

Clipping for College

Yeah! My July Single Check Rebate check arrived this week! Last month, Rite Aid shopping was awesome! I got lots of stuff for free when you consider my $40 SCR check.

Here are my Clipping for College totals:

Publix: $7.98

Rite Aid: $21.00 + $40.96 SCR check = 61.96

Total: $69.94

I hope you saved a lot of money using coupons this week! Do you do anything special with the extra cash you save?

-Robin

Friday Finals- Publix

This wasn't a great week at Publix, but I did get a few good deals . We bought lots of fresh produce!

Total: $24.96

Saved: $24.66

It is nice to save so much money by buying items on sale!

For more Friday Finals, go to Southern Savers. Have a great weekend!

-Robin

Appreciating Every Day

I was sitting here at my computer looking for a picture that I remember taking of the girls last year. As I flipped through the many pictures, I could not believe how time has changed my little girls so quickly. Just a year ago, I had a 1 year old, a 2 1/2 year old, and I was pregnant with our third child. It seems like just yesterday! I have begun to realize how fast little ones grow up! I'll have to admit, when I first became a mother, I thought that 18 years seemed like it could take forever. Amid the constant feedings and diaper changes, my minds eye was clouded with thoughts of How am I going to do this for the next 18 years?

Now, what seems like yesterday has now been 3 1/2 years ago since I was so BLESSED to become a mother. After looking at these pictures and the changes that have taken place, I again realize that the kids will not be kids for long. I have learned to appreciate every day and that Works for Me!

Does it seem like your kids are growing up fast?

-Robin