Author Archives: Kristina Slaney

Do you suffer from FOMO? You know, Fear Of Missing Out? Well, I've got another serious condition for you: RIDG. It doesn't exactly roll off the tongue, but it stands for Regret I Didn't Go. You see, l...

I cook for my family every night. And if you saw my Instagram feed, you might see pictures like this. Or this. Or this. I absolutely love cooking. And I know that not everybody feels this way, but for...

By now you know that I love saving money, but did you know I also love to spend it? Though it sounds contradictory, I think it's actually pretty common. After all, even some of the most frugal people ...

Let’s be honest. Sometimes it’s hard to make DIY Christmas gifts that don’t look homemade. Or that won’t wind up in the garbage can without being enjoyed. Or that isn’t s...

Kids love to help bake, and it's fun to make treats for friends and family during the holidays. But it's also time-consuming and messy. Here are three treats you can make in a snap - and your kids can...

We love our house, but the bedrooms aren't exactly large. They're the standard 10-by-10 size that fit all the furniture, but none of the toys. Lately we've been toying with the idea of converting our ...

I love a good, hearty soup this time of year. There's no better way to warm up from the inside out, and if you choose the right recipe you can easily pack in nutrition at the same time. And while I en...

It's no secret that I love to save money, but the truth is I also really enjoy spending it. When the perfect deal comes across my path, I don't hesitate to jump on it. That's why the new SPIRIT Deals ...

There's certainly a place for technology in kids' lives, but sometimes we just want them to have some old-fashioned, tech-free fun. If you're looking for gift ideas for your kids that don't require ba...

I love me a good appetizer, especially during football season. Enter the wonton cup. A baked wonton wrapper turns into the perfect crispy vehicle for savory, gooey deliciousness. The only problem is, ...