Hey Parents, Kids Bowl Free is back again! More than 40 million kids have discovered the fun of bowling with Kids Bowl Free, join in the fun this summer at a bowling center near you. They’ll receive two FREE games of bowling every single day all summer long! That’s a $500 value and such a great way to have some frugal summer fun! You can also get an optional Family Pass which allows up to four adults to bowl two free games right alongside the kids all summer long. Plus, right now you can...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Happy Friday friend!! The sun is out here in Michigan just showing off this morning and shining gloriously🌞🌞🌞 ...and the weekend is almost here!! The birds are singing, the sun is finally making an appearance, and even though Michigan still can’t fully decide if it wants to be spring yet… I’ll take it. 🌞 I’m really looking forward to spending time with all the moms in our family this weekend. It’s such a sweet thing to watch our kids grow up and become parents themselves. 🫖🍵On Saturday, my...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, My grandsons are coming to visit us for the weekend, so I probably won't be online much the next couple days. So I wanted to send you this email before they get here to say hi👋👋 Every year around this time, I start thinking about Thanksgiving and my favorite sweet potato casserole, the one that’s earned a permanent spot on our Thanksgiving table. 🍠 Is it a side dish? Or is it dessert? I grew up with the marshmallow version, and I loved that slightly burnt marshmallow goodness, but...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey friend 💛 I’m starting something new… that actually feels a lot like something old. Back when I first started blogging, I’d share it all—from messy mom moments and grocery store prayers to little life hacks that made things sweeter (and cheaper). My blog was called This Side of Eternity, and it was all about living well, spending wisely, and keeping our eyes on what really matters. That’s why I chose to bring back the name for my brand-new Substack newsletter. It’s a return to the kind of...
10 months ago • 1 min read
I hope you're managing to stay cool wherever you are today. I just updated the Back to School Shopping Guide today, and can't believe that summer is already starting to wind down. I read a report saying that parents are spending an average of $890 per kid on back to school! I've added a lot of easy ways that you can save on all your school shopping expenses this year. 🚌 5+ Ways to Save on Back-to-School Shopping I really hope this helps, ~ Kristie P.S. MORE BACK TO SCHOOL STUFF: Cheapest...
10 months ago • 1 min read
Can you believe 2024 is almost over? Before we dive into a fresh new year, I wanted to pause and reflect on some of the amazing moments we’ve shared and let you know the direction I plan to take in the new year. You’ve been such a big part of this journey, and I couldn’t do it without you! 🌟 Most-Loved Blog Posts of 2024Here are some of the blog posts that you couldn’t get enough of this year: Frugal Living Hacks That Actually Work – Game-changing tips for saving money without sacrificing...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hi, I hope you had a wonderful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and maybe even a few surprises under the tree 🎄 As we wind down from the holiday rush, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for being part of our SavingDollarsandSense.com community. You make it so special, and I’m so grateful we’re on this journey together! Now that Christmas day is behind us, it’s the perfect time to begin to reflect and plan ahead for an amazing 2025. Here are a few ideas to help you make the most of...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
✨ Choosing Grace Over Expectations This Holiday Season Take a deep breath. This month can feel like a whirlwind of joy, stress, anticipation, and even grief. I process it all by writing, so here we are. If you’re sticking around, I hope this points your heart to Jesus, the real gift of Christmas. December has always been bittersweet for me. I love the traditions, but as my kids have grown, many of those moments have faded and I can get stuck reflecting on what feels missing. A few weeks ago,...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Happy Tuesday!! Can you believe Thanksgiving is just around the corner? 🕒 It feels like we blinked, and poof—the holiday season is here! If you're anything like me, you're probably juggling meal plans, guest lists, and figuring out how to stretch every dollar to make it all happen. Well, guess what? I’m here to help! 🎉 Whether you’re hosting the big feast or just bringing a dish to pass, I’ve got tips and tricks to keep Thanksgiving stress-free and budget-friendly. ✨ What’s coming your way:...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read