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Lori is a full-time housewife and writer, living in the Midwest with her husband of 35 years - they have two grown daughters and two precious granddaughters. Lori has a house full of pets and her house is never quite perfect. She's also the author of small town stories, which you can learn more about on her website https://lorisoard.com.

How Do You Make a Cheap Rain Barrel at Home?

June 21, 2020 By Crabby Housewife Leave a Comment on How Do You Make a Cheap Rain Barrel at Home?
How Do You Make a Cheap Rain Barrel at Home?

As part of her honors degree, my daughter has been taking a sustainability class this summer. One of her projects was to make a cheap rain barrel at home out of things she had or could get cheaply. I’ve wanted

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30 Dirt-Cheap and Easy Meals for Your Family

May 22, 2020 May 22, 2020 By Crabby Housewife Leave a Comment on 30 Dirt-Cheap and Easy Meals for Your Family
30 Dirt-Cheap and Easy Meals for Your Family

If you’re wondering, “How do I make cheap meals on a budget?” and still fill my family up with nutritious food, you’ll love these 30 cheap and easy meals. Your first step to keep your food budget low is cooking

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What to Do After a Kitchen Failure – Too Salty, Too Spicy, Too Gross

May 19, 2020 By Crabby Housewife Leave a Comment on What to Do After a Kitchen Failure – Too Salty, Too Spicy, Too Gross
What to Do After a Kitchen Failure – Too Salty, Too Spicy, Too Gross

I’m going to get real with you today and share some of my kitchen failures. What happens when you try a new recipe, or even one you’ve cooked 900 times before and it is too salty, too spicy, or just

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Best Grilled Cheese Ever

May 14, 2020 By Crabby Housewife Leave a Comment on Best Grilled Cheese Ever
Best Grilled Cheese Ever

Making the best grilled cheese imaginable doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, I keep mine pretty simple, although I’ve learned some tricks and techniques over the years. This isn’t one of those complicated recipes, though. If you’re looking for

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Budget Keto Grocery List for $70 or Less per Week

May 10, 2020 By Crabby Housewife Leave a Comment on Budget Keto Grocery List for $70 or Less per Week
Budget Keto Grocery List for $70 or Less per Week

Finding low carb and keto foods isn’t easy during a pandemic. Even during easier times, you may find meats and higher quality food costs a lot more. Because I try to be budget conscious while also eating lower carb—well, not

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