by Mark Garro | DIY, Better You, Parenting, Thrifty Home & Family, Thrifty Tips
When not turning into wine, vinegar is my second favorite use for grapes (and getting that nasty gunk off ’em!) Vinegar also makes for a fantastic part of a salad dressing and it’s a nice way to marinate some meat, but it’s a high-performer elsewhere in the house as well. That said, please note that my suggestions below are just that – suggestions. Don’t use vinegar on something without spot-testing first as I am in no way liable should you use vinegar in a way that causes unfortunate results.
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by Mark Garro | Parenting, Inspirational
They say “it takes a village” but what do you do when you’re a mother without one?
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by Mark Garro | Thrifty Tips, Parenting
Back-to-school season is one of several times during the year when you’ll find many people heading out to the mall or online to do some major shopping. Getting your kids prepped for another school year can seem like an expensive and overwhelming endeavor. Here are five tips we’ve put together to maximize the occasion while not simultaneously breaking the bank.
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by Mark Garro | Parenting, Inspirational
Step mothers are often seen as evil. Step children unwanted. Step fathers portrayed as overbearing brutes.
But what if we stopped with the “step”? What if we recognize that family is family, whether it’s through blood, marriage, or choice?
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by Mark Garro | DIY, Parenting
With the school year drawing to a close, it also means my children will be home with me more…a lot more.
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by Mark Garro | Reviews, Parenting, Thrifty Home & Family
On the hunt for the best unplugged toys and struggling to limit your child’s screentime? We’ve all been there!
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