5 must-have kitchen tools under $20

A few years ago, I was asked what my single can't-live-without kitchen tool is. I hemmed and hawed and finally admitted that I could never name just one. I sure could name a lot, though. I've been through a lot of colanders, but the Dexas 8-Inch Silicone Pop Strainer, White/Red is the one I'm sticking with. Colanders take up so much room in your cabinet and are often so very hard to clean. The Silicone surface makes it durable, easy to pop into the dishwasher, and takes up a tiny percent of … [Read more...]

Have I lost my name?

My husband and I have always loved picnicking. It's a great money saver, rather than going out for every meal  during summer and better than paying for entertainment. Nearly every park or open space we've ever found, and everyone we've frequented, is free of charge. As I made the sandwiches for a weekly picnic, I labeled each with the person's name. (I put a piece of scotch tape over the foil and write name on it. Fancy. I know.)   Notice anything? Everyone has their own name. Except … [Read more...]

How a regular mom of 3 gets organized

UPDATE! 35% Off all momAgenda Desktops at momAgenda.com! Monday, I posted that my calendar is back up on my fridge and was reminded, in a few emails and tweets, that not everyone knows my organization system. Its the new year. Raise your hand if "getting organized" is on your resolution list. It was certainly one of my goals a few years ago. It took a while, but I now have a system that works. Its not fail-free. No plan is. And because we all have different styles and schedules, no one can … [Read more...]