Mary Ann Romans's comments

The Danger of Artificial Turf

25 Feb 2009 11:19 AM

Cat--are you talking about for the yard? If you don't want real grass, you could try ground cover or a pebbled yard. I've seen some great rock gardens.

Baby Names for Twins

25 Feb 2009 08:56 AM

Thanks for the information! Those names are very nice. Congratulations on your baby.

When Stockpiling Doesn't Make Sense

25 Feb 2009 04:49 AM

I have a different laundry stockpile problem. I have some boxes of powdered laundry detergent. It isn't my favorite, so I have been just leaving it on the shelf and continuing to buy a different brand. Well, I decided to give some away and use up the rest.

Cereal is a big thing in my family too. I try to have plenty of alternatives, since cereal is so expensive, but we still go through quite a bit of it.

What Is Your Frugal Roadblock?

23 Feb 2009 04:37 PM

LOL Memartha! I love Vegetable Egg Fu Yung. Fortunately we moved away from any decent Chinese resturants.

What Is Your Frugal Roadblock?

23 Feb 2009 04:36 PM

Meg--did you see this post about my Oxford heels? I just love them.

http://frugal.families.com/blog/fashion-frugalista-alert-oxford-heels

Reducing the Butter Recipes

23 Feb 2009 04:32 PM

Thanks Painter. Applesauce is especially good in bran muffins, I think!

How the Lady at Trader Joes Cost Me $13

23 Feb 2009 04:31 PM

Thanks for the support! Did you go to the TJ in DE?

The Tudors, Big Love, Weeds and Other Premium Shows for Free

23 Feb 2009 10:52 AM

That is very true! Be aware that some sites for downloadable shows are illegal.

How the Lady at Trader Joes Cost Me $13

23 Feb 2009 10:51 AM

Truthfully, I was more worried about sending the wrong message about buying away sadness, but I think we made the right decision in this case.

How the Lady at Trader Joes Cost Me $13

22 Feb 2009 08:28 PM

So true. She was just breaking my heart.