Think it’s impossible to plan a Kosher Disney vacation on a budget? Disney expert Elana Maister is back today to share her best Disney tips. The most expensive part of any Disney vacation should be your resort hotel and park tickets, but any family … [Read more...]
A Quick Note on Comment Moderation
Posted on April 30, 2013 by
I love your comments -- and get so excited when you all contribute to the community-vibe around here!
That's why until now, I've have the most "liberal" comment moderation practices in place. Basically, as long as you've commented once … [Read more...]
Bacon Croutons. Yes, They’re Kosher.
Posted on April 26, 2013 by
At Walmart the other day, I was looking for kosher croutons. (I usually make my own, but we had no bread in the freezer and I had a hankering...) Of the six different brands on the shelf, the only one that was kosher? J&D's Bacon … [Read more...]
Learning to Put Myself First (& How That Relates to Time Management)
Posted on April 25, 2013 by
(If you're new around here, I have been writing a series of posts about my efforts to enhance time management in my family. You can see the rest of them HERE.) As I said on Sunday, based on our time audit, I am working on putting together a new … [Read more...]
Is it true what they say? Is time really money?
Posted on April 21, 2013 by
My Time Audit week is over, and I have learned a lot of interesting things. I'll try to share some of my insights with you over the next few days -- and I would love to hear from those of you who also did a time audit. What did you learn about your … [Read more...]
3 Time-Saving Email Tips
Posted on April 14, 2013 by
Today is the first day of my Time Audit. (Remember? I'm writing down my daily activities every 30 minutes in an effort to audit how I spend my time -- so I can spend it more wisely in the future.) I immediately noticed that "checking emails" takes … [Read more...]
The Gift of Life
Posted on April 11, 2013 by
(This isn't my normal fare, but since this is my blog, I figure I can take it where I want to go. And today, I want to take it somewhere horrible. But also a tiny bit hopeful.) Cancer. It is a scourge. There's no way around it. Every … [Read more...]
It’s Time for Change (How Managing Your Time is Like Managing Your Money)
Posted on April 7, 2013 by
Lately, I've been feeling like I am drowning under a sea of responsibilities and To Dos: blogging, homeschooling, parenting, relationships, chores, volunteer commitments - the list is endless. I'm constantly running two steps behind and wondering … [Read more...]
Kansas City Readers: Shlomo Katz in Concert Tonight!
Posted on March 17, 2013 by
Calling all KC-readers! What are you doing tonight at 5 p.m.? I hope the answer is: Rocking out at the Shlomo Katz concert at Kehilath Israel! Congregation Kehilath Israel and my dear friends at the Kansas City Kollel are bringing Shlomo … [Read more...]
{Last Day} Enter to Win Seder Pillowcases or Let My RV Go Novel
Posted on March 12, 2013 by
Just a friendly reminder that today is your last day to enter TWO different giveaways here on Kosher on a Budget. #1. Enter to win one of two gorgeous Passover Seder Pillowcases from Esther O. These are also on sale right now for … [Read more...]
