This Frugal Family

We love Go Organically, in our home.  Whether it be for a snack, or an After School Activity Snack, it is just as delicious.  My 7 year old will eat them, like they are going out of style.  My 21 year old loves them too.  With Go Organically, you can’t go wrong.  And, they are a healthy snack as well. Go Organically has some great tips for you, for the school season, just keep reading below: School’s back in session—and so are after-school activities! From soccer to singing to scouting, there’s certainly no shortage of kid-centric extracurricular programs where you can spend your time and hard-earned cash. But how do you know which ones are right for your kid? We’re here to help you find out! Gauge Their Interests The best activity for your kid is the one they’re interested in. Older kids are likely to be drawn to what their friends are trying. Toddlers and younger kids may have trouble articulating what they want to try, but there are sure to be clues to look out for. Are they constantly running around? Maybe soccer would be a good fit. Do they like to bop along to the radio in…

I love the new Dryel On-The-Go Stain Remover.  My spouse is a welder, and well, he gets some pretty tough stains.  But, with this new Dryel product, his stains are easily removed, while he’s at work.  Whether it’s his lunch, or something else, he now has this wonderful product to help clean up any stains. Dryel is safe for delicates, and Dry clean only products, as well.  It’s gentle, and effective.  And, it’s 20ml, instead of 10ml, like leading brands. I also have one of these Dryel Stain Removers in my purse.  That way, if we are out somewhere, and my 7 year old gets a stain, or even myself, I can get the stain removed before it sets in.  You know how hard set in stains are to get out.  And, now with Dryel, I never have to worry about that again! Features of Dryel Stain Remover, include: Safely removes stains on dry clean only clothes, delicates and hand-washables Tests prove it out cleans other stain pens on tough stains Unique soft touch tip helps lift stains Peroxide-free formula: safe for dry clean only clothes Great value! double the size of the leading pen I’ll even be putting one…

Ecuadane has some great products, but my favorite is this beautiful blanket.  My daughter is so excited to be taking this blanket to College with her.  She says it’s nice and warm, and will keep her warm this winter. This blanket measures 93″ X 82″, and is so lovely.  She says the material is great, doesn’t leave her all itchy, and she can see herself cuddled up in it all semester.  It’s lightweight, breathable texture will make any cold night, seem warm.  I wish I could keep this blanket, but it’s more important for her to be warm in her dorm.  You can get a feel for how big the blanket really is, on the picture below. Inspired by the active stratovolcano located in the Cordillera Oriental of Ecuador, the Tungurahua blanket is a collector’s item. The volcano draws wanderlust visitors who thirst for adventure and admire the beauty of nature. The blanket combines a blend of rich earth tones creating an exquisite pattern that will travel and carry the history of your many adventures. Woven by Otavaleños, the ultra soft throw is an Ecuadorian blend of alpaca and synthetic materials. Ecuadane also has other products, including Christmas Blankets, that are…

My mom and I love the Pistachio Chewy Bites.  I put mine in the fridge, and they have a great taste, even cold.  You don’t have to put them in the fridge, but I take them in my lunch, so they aren’t real cold by the time I get to them.  The Pistachio Chewy Bites, or as I call them, “Pistachio delights”, are so chewy.  The cranberry isn’t a strong taste, and the pistachios and chocolate are there.  I love Pistachios, so of course, I’m going to love the Pistachio Chewy Bitess.  If you have a love for nuts, you will love these too. Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc.- the nation’s second largest pistachio grower, processor, and maker of Setton Farms Pistachio Chewy Bites based in California’s Central Valley- is excited to announce the launch of its new packaging for their iconic Pistachio + Cranberry Chewy Bites. Their story, is as follows: From humble beginnings in a Brooklyn bakery, brothers Joshua and Morris Setton turned a passion for gourmet food towards growing quality pistachios.  For the past 40 years the Setton family has attended to each detail of growing, harvesting, processing, manufacturing and packaging pistachios.  To read more, go here….

This Back To School Season, get your glasses at Readers.com.  We love to shop with Readers.  The glasses are high quality, but low prices.  My daughter loves Readers.com.  She’s in her 3rd year of college, and can’t live without them, because they fit in her budget.  I love them too.  I went to the Eye Doctor, found out what strength I need, then ordered from Readers.com.  Their prices are so perfect.  And, the Quality is amazing. The Cinder Sun Reader are perfect for driving.  You can see the road signs, from further away, then right next to the sign.  I have great eye sight with these glasses on.  The sunglasses keep the sun out of your eyes, while the strength you need, helps you see.  These are perfect for anyone who has to commute on those sunny days. The Fuller Sun Reader is another great sun glass.  They are so cool looking, and again, you can use them on those sunny days, to see the road, etc.  I love these sun glasses. The Coffee is a very cool, sleek looking pair of glasses.  I love these, and wear them every day at work, to do paperwork.  They are my favorite…

Mealthy has a wonderful Multipot, that you can slow cook, make rice, steam, pressure cook, etc. in.  It’s amazing.  I’ve used it every day, since I got it.  My daughter, 21 year old, Sarah, loves it too.  She made her Anniversary dinner, for her boyfriend, in the Multipot.  She said she has to get one of these Multipots.  It’s better than leading brands, in my opinion.  And, you can do everything with one appliance. Even tried using the app, and it’s amazing!    There are even buttons for each thing you may want to do, including egg!  You even get an insert to bake a cake, and there’s a cake button for that.  My favorite button is the Yogurt Button.  Let me tell you, I eat 4 yogurts a day, and that was getting pricey at the store.  Now, I can make my own yogurt, and know what’s going into it. You really have to check out all the buttons!  I adore this Multipot.  I knew right away that it would become one of my favorite appliances, from the get go.  However, it is my favorite appliance, to date.  My dad’s birthday was yesterday, so we made him a special cake in…

We love Dead Soxy, in our home.  The socks are magnificent, and long lasting.  I’ve washed them at least a dozen times, and they are still form fitting.  They last and last.  I can’t get over how well they are maintained. My 7 year old now won’t wear anything but Dead Soxy.  He loves his no shows, can’t stand socks that go up to his knees.  Good thing that Dead Soxy can handle his feet.  With school starting back up, these are the perfect socks for Gym Class, or everyday class. My daughter is in her 3rd year of college, and she loves Dead Soxy, as well.  She just snatched my last two pairs up yesterday.  She says they are so comfortable, and wash up well. Wanna hear something great?  If you live in the USA, you can get FREE SHIPPING on your socks.  And, the no shows are 3 for $35.  That’s an amazing price.  We buy them all the time, because even the local store doesn’t have that great of a deal. Some Fun Facts about Dead Soxy: They are no slip:  You will not fall when you are wearing them. They are no Shrink:  Seriously though, they…

My mom is a date freak, so when I offered her a bag of Chocodates, she jumped.  She says the flavors are all delicious.  Not too rich tasting, but just pure heaven.  She likes the Milk Chocolate the best, but she said the White Chocolate, and Dark Chocolate are tied for second place.  She said she could sit down and eat the entire bag.  When I asked for one, she looked at me as if to say, “Go get your own bag!”  I just laughed.  That’s fine, she is my mother, and doesn’t have to share! So, I tried the bag of Dark Chocolate, and she’s right, “Fantastic!”  I was never much into dates, but these are absolutely, without a doubt, out of this world.  If you are a date person, you have to try these, even if you aren’t, you should still try them.  I am not, and thought that they were delish!  Even my 21 year old, daughter, tried them.  We didn’t tell her what it was, and she thought it was great, and asked for more. For some people, there’s nothing quite like the original. Made up of a perfect marriage of premium Arabian dates enrobed in…

I recently received a pair of Lugz, and I have to tell you that these tennis shoes are the best!  I didn’t even have to put insoles in them, like I do almost every pair I get.  I love them, and I think you should try them out, too.  My 21 year old, daughter, is jealous, and asked me when she’s getting her pair. I love the color, and the feel of this shoe, called the Changeover II.  They are super comfy, and are long lasting.  I had a pair of Lugz, once before, and they lasted 3 years.  I loved them, and had to get me another pair. These sneakers are perfect for everyday wear, or just occasional wear.  You will love them, just as much as I do.  The insole is cushioned, to give you some relaxed feel, and the tongue and collar are padded, so you don’t even feel the laces on the shoes. I wore this pair, of sneakers, to my cousin’s wedding.  They didn’t even know they were sneakers.  The color of them helped, and the style is out of this world.  Yes, I keep them clean, I don’t want them getting the slightest bit…

I love the 150 Best Toaster Oven Recipes cookbook, by Linda Stephen.  It’s got so many great recipes for my Toaster Oven.  I love trying new recipes, so this book has really brought some new recipes to light.  This book is brand new, just coming out.  And, already my family loves it. I made Oatmean Cinnamon French Toast in the Toaster oven the other day.  It was so delicious, and crispy.  My 7 year old loved it.  My next thing to try is the Meatloaf.  Yes, a meatloaf, in a toaster oven.  I can’t wait to make more and more.  Less clean up, because not so many pots and pans. Check out these tidbits: Toaster ovens are capable of making full meals – functioning both a toaster and a full-size oven while using way less space and way less energy Wide-ranging recipes to allow the space and energy-saving toaster over to be used for so much more than just toasting 150 easy and delicious recipes specifically designed for the toaster oven and brand-new “basics” section Perfect for students, singles, and the elderly – all popular markets for the appliance Toaster oven sales are up 80% since 2000; in 2016, approximately 8.1…