PHOTO CREDIT My friends. I write this post filled with emotion. The loss and devastation is incomprehensible. Each bit of news, every Facebook udpate, brings more indescribable horror. The beacon of hope in all this is the kindness, selflessness … [Read more...]
Beta Kosher on a Budget Webinar – Looking for 5 Students to Test It Out
Posted on October 22, 2012 by
Thanks all for your interest - we are now at capacity! But don't worry. These will be a regular feature here at KOAB! Many of you have asked for online Kosher on a Budget classes. After a year of thinking, researching and (ehem) procrastinating, I … [Read more...]
Get $30 to ScoreBig for Just $9 = Cheap Sporting Events Tickets (Tonight Only – 10/15/12)
Posted on October 15, 2012 by
Remember my husband's guest post about how to save money on tickets for sporting events? Well, I know we still owe you part two, and that IS coming... But tonight, I just found a sweet deal that you sports fans will want to take advantage of! The … [Read more...]
How to Get Cheap Sports Tickets with Score Big
Posted on September 28, 2012 by
My children have followed in my footsteps as avid sports fans. However in today’s day and age, paying full price seems to cost an arm and a leg. And that’s before they hit you with the added processing, printing, shipping and various others … [Read more...]
How Our Garage Went from Disaster to Drive-In
Posted on September 23, 2012 by
As many of you know, I have been slowly (s-l-o-w-l-y) working on decluttering and organizing our home. Honestly, it's a never ending saga - which I'm sure a lot of you can relate to. Over the last year or two, I've decluttered the kitchen cabinets … [Read more...]
Shout Out to Day of Discovery Students!
Posted on August 29, 2012 by
On Sunday, I had the great pleasure of teaching a class on the 10 Commandments of Saving Money to a wonderful group of men and women attending Kansas City's Day of Discovery. In order to make sure that you have everything you need to be successful … [Read more...]
Why Do Sales on School Supplies Vary Regionally?
Posted on August 12, 2012 by
For those wondering why (and frustrated by the fact that) all these great back to school sales vary regionally, here's the scoop. During the weeks leading up to back-to-school, we can get some killer deals at stores like Office Max, Office Depot … [Read more...]
My Frugal Simcha: How to Have a Wedding on a Budget
Posted on August 3, 2012 by
My Frugal Simcha features reader's stories about their beautiful simchas - on a budget. If you have hosted a budget-friendly wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Brit Milah or other simcha, we'd love to read about it! Please fill out this form to submit your … [Read more...]
Ask My Readers | PreFast Meal Ideas for Tisha B’Av
Posted on July 26, 2012 by
Since several of you have asked me this via email or Facebook, I'm guessing there are many more that are also wondering. And in fact, I haven't yet figured this out either - so this one is rather self-interested! What are you planning to make for … [Read more...]
#SNAP4aWeek Reflections | Final Tally & Parting Thoughts
Posted on July 22, 2012 by
Today is the final day of my family's participation in the Mazon SNAP Food Stamps Challenge. I wanted to share with you my final grocery total, as well as some parting thoughts on our experiences. As far as food costs, I did two additional shops … [Read more...]
