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Free Christmas Printables: Road Trip Activity Set & Sanity Saver Pack

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Hello, families! I have FREEBIES for you to help make your holiday season more fun! Free 6-Page Printable Christmas Road Trip Activity Set This FREEBIE is PERFECT for driving around looking at Christmas lights, or any driving or traveling you may be doing this holiday season!  It includes: Scavenger Hunt This or That?  Coloring Sheet […]

Super Neon at Mall of America: What to Expect & Discount!

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Super Neon at Mall of America: A Dreamy New Experience for Families My teens and I had the chance to check out the media preview of Super Neon, Mall of America’s newest attraction. It officially opened to the public on September 26, 2025, and it’s described as a glowing, mood-boosting world designed to spark joy […]

Free Admission to National Parks on November 11th

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Get FREE admission to all national parks on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025! Yes -on seven days in 2025, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. And Tuesday, November 11th is one of these days, as it’s Veterans Day! There are 6 national parks and recreational areas […]

What to Buy (& Skip) in November to Save Money 2025

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Did you know that there are different things on sale each month of the year?  A while back I put together a Month to Month Shopping Guide that lists the best items to buy each month to save money!  Here I am highlighting the best items to buy this month! November Black Friday and other holiday […]

Best Home Caregiver Agencies in Minnesota

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Best Home Caregiver Agencies in Minnesota Finding dependable, compassionate and professional in-home care can be challenging. Whether looking for short-term support after surgery or long-term companionship for an aging loved one, Minnesota offers some of the best home caregiver agencies. (This post has been sponsored by Village Caregiving. The views and opinions expressed do not […]

Twin Cities Halloween Freebies & Deals 2025

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Looking for Halloween freebies and deals in the Twin Cities? Check out this round-up for freebies & deals at restaurants, stores and online, and check back for updates! Halloween Restaurant Freebies & Deals Applebee’s – FREE Boneless Wings with any online purchase of $40 or more for To Go (or delivery) when ordered online at […]

Twin Cities Halloween Family Events 2025

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Here I’ve rounded up fun events you can enjoy with your family in the Twin Cities on Halloween through the weekend! Many are free, some are at cost (but so worth it!). All items are free (to my knowledge) unless specified. Be sure to check in advance to verify and for any updates. This guide […]

Free Meals and Grocery Delivery for SNAP Recipients: DoorDash + Gopuff

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When times get tight, every dollar and every meal counts — and right now, millions of families across the country are facing an unprecedented food crisis. Two organizations have announced initiatives to help SNAP recipients this November 2025. DoorDash DoorDash just announced an Emergency Food Response as federal funding for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) […]

Twin Cities Make-Ends-Meet Guide for All Families

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“We Make Too Much to Qualify for Help… But We’re Still Struggling.” You’re not alone. Many Twin Cities families make “too much” to qualify for government assistance — yet rising prices, reduced benefits, and paused programs (like food stamps/SNAP during the shutdown) make it nearly impossible to make ends meet. I actually started this guide […]