Simple Living

  • My “Saving Addiction”

    My Dutch genes are just too strong! I have the urge again to share more about savin’ the dough! Over the years I have written a list of websites that offer money-saving tips, coupons, homemade recipes, saving on merchandise, and just how to “work the system” so to speak. By that I mean save money…

  • Today: MARVEL

    Marvel – definition: one that evokes surprise, admiration, or wonder. To become filled with wonder or astonishment. Do you ever just stand and marvel at something? I know I do! Today I was talking with a customer at the store and she noticed my open heart surgery scar. She was not timid to ask about…

  • Regrets

    Wow, I know, two days in a row for doing the 30 day blog challenge! Really that is nothing to be proud of Kristin :). This one I have been putting off only because it has taken some time to think about. There is a wide range of things I regret, but I know there…

  • Extreme Home Makeover

    When people look at my life, what do they see? What comes to mind? I know for myself what I see. I once heard the analogy of looking at your life with an “Extreme Makeover – Home Edition” aspect. At the beginning of the show, they pan the camara around to see all the areas…