I really am a creature of convenience. Sometimes that gets in the way of my frugal living. Sometimes it goes hand-in-hand. I’m a sucker for craft kits. You know, the all-in-one package that promises my convenience. Sometimes, that package lures …Read the Rest
Introducing "Sandy Sets Off!"
June 24, 2010
Since we’re still making introductions and getting to know each other, I thought I’d start a monthly series called…. This series will highlight many fun things to do with our children around the Grand Rapids area. It all started when …Read the Rest
Stretching the Clothing Budget
June 24, 2010
Budget Ideas
My oldest son, Adam just finished a growth spurt. He grew 1 1/2 inches in 8 weeks. I seriously thought it was some sort of world record. No, its not. Anyway, the pants that were big on him at the …Read the Rest
Win Before you Buy…The Circus is Coming to Town!
June 24, 2010
Contests
Win Before You Buy: Enter to win one of (2) family 4- packs to the Ringling Bros. Circus by posting “The Circus is coming to GR September 16-19 at the Van Andel Arena” as your facebook status and leave a …Read the Rest
Meijer TV Carts…Not Worth the Hassle!
June 24, 2010
My husband was working late one night last week. We were running out of milk and bread, so I knew I needed to go grocery shopping. I should have just stuck to the essentials, but I hate to make two …Read the Rest
A Frederik Meijer Gardens Membership
June 24, 2010
Excursions
Reposted from March 2009 Five years ago you wouldn’t have caught me with a Meijer Gardens Membership. I didn’t have kids and I thought that they were expensive…only a certain group of people could afford such a luxury. Besides, I …Read the Rest
Fulton Street Farmers Market
June 24, 2010
Excursions
If you’ve never visited the Fulton St Farmers Market, plan to go this year. The market is open for business now, although the number of vendors increases as the weather gets warmer and the crop variety improves. Why shop the …Read the Rest
Let's Get Outside: Favorite Parks in the GR Area
June 24, 2010
Excursions
Reposted from March 2009 Now that spring has arrived and the weather is a bit better, most of us have found ourselves outside. If you have kids, I’m sure you’ve been out to play at least once this year. Where …Read the Rest
Moms and Dads Groups Around Grand Rapids
June 24, 2010
Reposted from February 2009. Here’s your chance to tell others about the Mom’s Groups or Dad’s groups that you belong to. Some of the sites that I’m aware of are: La Leche League of Grand Rapids : Offers support and …Read the Rest
Grand Rapids Public Museum
June 24, 2010
Excursions
Reposted from February 2009. I’m ashamed to admit that I did not step foot into the GR Public Museum until a week ago, even though I have lived here since 1995! I always thought it would be too, well, nerdy. …Read the Rest
Green Thumb?
June 24, 2010
Crafts
Hey, friends! Are you ready to get your craft on? This is what we’re making this week: I chose this project simply because I’m itching to get out in my garden and plant some vegetables. I’ve been lurking about in …Read the Rest
Do You Garage Sale? (Series Part 1)
June 23, 2010
I must be honest here… I’m just getting back into garage saling. I used to stop by a few when my husband and I first married. Trying to turn a house (i.e. his bachelor pad) into our home. That was …Read the Rest
Let's Clip Some Coupons!
June 23, 2010
Crafting doesn’t have to be expensive! Lucky for us, the Greater Grand Rapids Area has three larger chain stores with an abundant variety of items at many different price points. In addition to their weekly and monthly sales, they also …Read the Rest
Welcome to Sandy's Spot
June 23, 2010
Welcome to Sandy’s Spot! This is a section of grkids.com dedicated to two things: crafty activities and saving money! (Preferably both at the same time!) At Sandy’s Spot, you can expect to find great ideas to encourage creativity with your …Read the Rest
Ode to Dough!
June 23, 2010
Preschool
I have a confession. I haven’t always been a fan of Play Doh. (gasp! I know….) I didn’t like the smell. I didn’t like the cost. I especially didn’t like the mess. But I’ve been reformed. Not only have I …Read the Rest
My Favorite Websites
June 23, 2010
This post took some time to prepare. I have many, many favorite web sites dedicated to saving money. I think I follow about 25 of them on google feeder. Yes, I think I’m a little obsessed with saving money. So, …Read the Rest
