Some Wonderful Links!

Just a quick post today to share some excellent articles and resources I’ve run across in recent days:

How to Practice Hospitality on a Budget – Hosted on the marvelous MoneySavingMom.com, this is a gem of an article with super tips for blessing others while living on a budget.
Tips for Reducing Electric Bills – Fantastic information from the great people at LivingonaDime.com. Lots of common-sense ideas, but you’ll also find some that make you say, “OH!” Great stuff.
Promotional Codes – This is a fantastic one-stop shop for online coupons, discount codes, and more. I love to find discount codes I can use when placing an order online. This is by far the most user-friendly way to discover new coupons!
Soda Stream – I admit it, I absolutely love sparkling water. It’s one of my big addictions. But it is SO pricey if you purchase it in the stores ($1.49-$1.99 a liter — ouch!). I was thrilled when I discovered this handy gadget that allows you to make your own sparkling water (and flavored drinks) at home for 20 cents per liter! I’ll be reviewing this nifty tool later on.

Enjoy!

About the Queen…

Amanda Livenwell is the pen name of a stay-at-home mom who shares the adventure of living large on one income in, yes, a double-wide trailer! Join our family as we say goodbye to suburbia, trim down, and start saving to build our own home. We're going to talk about doing it yourself, living beautifully on less, making do or doing without, and counting it all joy in the process. We'll cover prep-work and painting, refacing kitchen cabinets, flooring on the cheap, tiling over laminate, upholstering furniture, and just rolling up our sleeves in general. If you love home improvement, this is the place for you. Let's get cracking!

What Inspires Me Most!

"She seeks wool and flax, and willingly works with her hands. She girds herself with strength, and strengthens her arms. She perceives that her merchandise is good, and her lamp does not go out by night. She stretches out her hands to the distaff, and her hand holds the spindle. She watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness." ~ Proverbs 31:13, 17-19, 27

"Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings;he will not stand before unknown men." ~ Proverbs 22:29

"The soul of a lazy man desires, and has nothing; but the soul of the diligent shall be made rich." ~ Proverbs 13:4

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1 Diane August 2, 2009 at 2:54 am

Hey,
I just want you to know how you inspired me. I read your article about painting your cabinets. My house is 42 yrs old and have the original kitchen cabinets. They were very dark and dated. After reading your article, I decided I could/would paint my cabinets. I am off in the summer, so I could take my time and not stress about living with the mess. They are finished and look fantastic. I did not use the same paint as you did, but they turned out great. Thanks for the inspiration.
Diane
2 kari August 3, 2009 at 4:33 am

Great to see you back!
I can’t wait to see your new projects. Best wishes and prayers as you care for your family member 🙂
Kari
3 queenofmytrailer August 8, 2009 at 7:41 am

This is absolutely wonderful, Diane! I love to hear from people who just decide to take matters into their own hands and get the job done. CONGRATS!

Queen of My Trailer