What are your Hurdles?

Apr 18 | Useful information

Once again, behind the scenes of Simply Frugal, I’ve been doing some thinking and planning. Without going into too much detail (because I simply don’t know anything yet!), you would help me greatly if you could spend a few minutes filling out my newest survey. It’s three questions. That’s it! So it really shouldn’t take you long, unless you have a lot to tell me. Which I don’t mind 😉

Take the Survey here.

Thanks so much guys, I really appreciate it!

Art Naturals Essential Oil Diffuser only $24.95

Apr 18 | Canada Deals

Get the Art Naturals Essential Oil Diffuser for just $24.95 from Amazon.ca! Here are some details:

  • Art Naturals’ Essential Oil Diffuser creates aromatherapy in your home, office, gym or patio.
  • Silent, no-heat ultrasonic technology delivers safe, heat-free and smoke-free mist.
  • Distributes the many therapeutic benefits of essential oils for deep relaxation and hydrating humidifying.
  • Sleek, sculptural Diffuser glows with seven color choices of soft LED light.
  • All elements meet Art Naturals’ 100 percent natural standards. Cruelty free.

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Chapters Indigo: Boogie Board Writing Tablet 40% off

Apr 18 | Canada Deals

Get the Boogie Board 8.5″ LCD Writing Tablet in pink, grey or blue for only $23.97 from Chapters.Indigo.ca!  That’s 40% off the regular price of $39.95! Here are some details:

Say Goodbye to paper! The Boogie Board LCD Writing Tablet is the paperless, electronic alternative to memo pads, sketchbooks, sticky notes, and dry erase boards. Write memos, leave messages, create To Do lists, draw pictures, make quick calculations, play games, keep score, practice handwriting/math- even diagram the winning play! Erase your image with the touch of a button – and a friendly flash from the liquid crystal display – COOL! Sealed 3V watch battery never needs replacing.

Shop online at Chapters.Indigo.ca now.

Offer ends April 23, 2017.

Hoover WindTunnel 2 High Capacity Bagless Upright Vacuum only $129.99

Apr 17 | Canada Deals

The Hoover WindTunnel 2 High Capacity Bagless Upright Vacuum is currently on sale for $129.99 from Amazon.ca! (reg. $179.99). Here are some details:

  • Exclusive WindTunnel 2 Technology lifts and removes deep-down, embedded dirt with 2 channels of suction
  • The high capacity dirt cup holds more dirt, dust, and debris making cleaning convenient
  • Dual-Cyclonic-Air passes through not one, but two cyclonic stages to filter dirt and debris from the air path
  • Convenient Bottom Release Cup, hold cup over trash receptacle and empty debris with the push of a button
  • Complete Accessory Pack, including turbo tool, crevice tool, extension wand, and dusting brush

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Free Printable Menu Plan and Grocery List #3

Apr 16 | Meal Planning

You know having a menu plan is a good thing, but wouldn’t it be nice if someone did it for you? And created a grocery list at the same time? Well, right here, is a free printable weekly menu plan and grocery list!

I’m a huge believer in the benefits of having a menu plan. Not only can having a menu plan save your grocery budget, it will save your sanity as well! I love menu planning and have been planning a menu nearly every week since my husband and I got married almost 10 years ago!

If you’re all too familiar with the drive thru, having a menu plan in place will help you bring back your evening meals at home. Without a plan, it’s all too easy to throw together an unbalanced meal or go to out for fast food again. Not only will you be eating better with a plan in place, you’ll be having more fun sitting down with those you love knowing that everyone is being well nourished.

However, if you’re new to planning a menu, it can be overwhelming. That’s why I’m starting a new weekly series of free printable menu plans and grocery lists for you to use!

While I would love for you to learn how to create your own menu plans, I also love to help where I can. As a busy work at home mom, I know there simply aren’t enough hours in a day for us women to do it all. We have to pick and choose what we think is best. Something I strive for in our family, but is always a work in progress, is that we’re sitting down and eating a healthy meal together on a regular basis. Preferably to a meal I cooked at home because it’s cheaper and better for us!

This FREE Weekly Menu Plan series will help you get started cooking at home with 5 meals, 1 salad, 1 dessert and side dish suggestions that you can make on your own.

That’s five meals that you can stretch however you need. Depending on your family size, you might end up having leftovers or you might end up eating it all in one go. Adapt each recipe to suit your needs. Regardless, you’ve got 5 meals planned and and two open nights for leftovers, planned take-out or something simple like sandwiches. You’ll feel so good knowing things are planned and ready to go!

Having a menu plan in place can drastically reduce your grocery bill and save you so much trouble when the clock hits 5 o’clock.

Here’s what’s in this week’s plan:

(Note: I list a couple of recipes that use rotisserie chicken but since we’ve just celebrated Easter, feel free to substitute turkey!)

Cheesy Beef and Rice (serve with this week’s salad)

Glory Bowls

Rotisserie Chicken (serve with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables)

Loaded Chicken Tostadas (using leftover rotisserie chicken)

Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce (serve with steamed vegetables)

Salad: Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing

Dessert: Strawberry Banana “Ice Cream”

Download Menu Plan #3 Here.

To see all the other Free Menu Plans, click here.