There was a time I referred to anything alcoholic and bubbly as champagne. Not until I met Paul (my husband), did I know that the true term of champagne means it’s a sparking wine made in the Champagne region of France. So technically, if it wasn’t made in Champagne, it isn’t champagne. But….it IS commonly used to […]
November Hostess Gift Ideas From Major Chain Stores….Under $10
Of course a bottle of wine, flowers, or even a small plant is always an appropriate gift but here’s a few items that might spark an idea. This month I chose stores that are national chains so chances are, no matter where you live, one of these might be in your area.
Four Delicious (And Inexpensive) Appetizer Dips/Spreads
These apps are perfect for a Memorial Day weekend cookout (or anytime you have people over)!
Getting/Giving Help During The Holiday Season…
It’s been a difficult year for a lot of people this year, trying to make ends meet; whether it’s putting food on the table, keeping the utilities on, making a house payment or even being able to fill up your gas tank. The holidays can exacerbate that feeling of despair you might be feeling, especially if […]
Pacing Yourself During The Holidays
This time last year… as I was thinking it wasn’t so hard fitting an extra four of five hours of things to do in my day, I found myself not enjoying what I was doing so much.
October Hostess Gift Ideas….From Oktoberfest to Harvest to Halloween…All $10 or Less
It’s nice to take a hostess gift when you’re invited to someone’s house for dinner or a party. It doesn’t have to be elaborate or expensive…just a little something that says “thank you”. Here’s some inexpensive ideas for the month of October….from celebrating the harvest season to enjoying the flavors of Oktoberfest to of course, […]
Colorado State Fair…Ends Tomorrow!
If you’re still looking for something to do over the Labor Day weekend…why not check out the Colorado State Fair…it ends Monday!
Colorado Balloon Classic….And It’s FREE!
Looking for something to do this Labor Day weekend? Why not check out the Colorado Balloon Classic, held in Memorial Park?
The Top Ten Zoos According to TripAdvisor-Enter to Win 2 Free Tickets (NEW Contest!)
I was thrilled when TripAdvisor came out with their 2012 top ten picks for zoos in America and our Cheyenne Mountain Zoo made the list!
The BIG List of Consignment/Resale & Thrift Stores
This list is mostly clothing, misc, and furniture….I didn’t include bookstores, which would be a whole other list! Also, a lot of these stores sell other items besides the category I put them in (for example, Consignment of Collectibles sells clothing and furniture and collectibles) but they are listed first under furniture so that’s where I put them.
FREE Online Education Courses From “Elite” Colleges (No joke… we’re talking Harvard and MIT, people. For FREE!)
Ever wanted to take classes from the best Ivy League and tech colleges and universities in the world? Well, now you can, for FREE!
August Hostess Gift Ideas, Part 2…..From Manitou Springs
Last week I shopped in Manitou for my $10 or less hostess gifts and there were so many great shops that I had to continue with more great finds I found this week.
Our $400 Plus “Free” Cat….And My Favorite Humane Society Furry Friends…
Meet Smokey, our newest addition to the family. We got Smokey from the Humane Society when they were giving their cats away for free (besides the $15 license fee) to make room for all the evacuated pets they were keeping for the Waldo Canyon Fire evacuees.
August Hostess Gifts (Part 1)….From Manitou Springs
It’s been awhile since I’ve shopped in Manitou Springs so I decided to grab my camera and notebook and see what unique hostess (or any occasion) gifts I could find…for $10 or less….hoping to find at least a few ideas. Well, I had forgotten how cool the stores are and ended up finding a lot more $10 or less gifts than I imagined. So I’ve decided to feature just a couple of shops each week for the month of August so I can really give you a better idea of the stores and merchandise there.
Saving Money On Back-To-School
I know we’ve focused on back-to-school ideas a lot lately but it is a big expense for those who have children, and even if you don’t, chances are you have a friend or family member who does, so hopefully you can use this information. And after reading this, if you have any money-saving ideas you’d like to share, we’d love to hear them!
Motorhead Traveler Visits Colorado Springs….And Executive Chef Cooks Rocky Mountain Cuisine In My Backyard!
It was beyond thrilling for me to use our backyard for the TV show Motorhead Traveler (a Canadian TV show)…and to have Executive Chef Scott Savage (from The Cliff House in Manitou Springs, which just so happens to be a 4 diamond restaurant) cooking up Rocky Mountain cuisine on our humble grill!
Decorating With Thrift Store and Retail Clearance Items…a “Peek” Inside Ashley’s House
I shop all the time at thrift stores and retail clearance aisles for clothes and shoes but they are also great places to pick up decorative items for your home…especially if you’re on a budget.
Retail Secrets? …
Yahoo! just put out an article about retails secrets. a) I’m not sure they’re secrets and, b) I don’t agree with all of them. What about you?
Freezing Herbs in Butter, Oil or Broth….Saves You Time and Money
This is a great way to use up herbs you grow or buy in the grocery store, especially the ones you buy because they can be expensive and you typically don’t use all of them in a single recipe.
Clutter…What Do You Think?
Let’s face it: clutter is a problem. I found a great article on why it it important to de-clutter your life. I’d love to hear your thoughts.