LEGOs are expensive. Not a great revelation, right? The average substantial set costs around $29.99 to $49.99. That’s a lot of groceries or, for right now, a tank of gas. Noone wants to pay that...
Discount round-up on Christmas decorations
Stocking up on Christmas decor, wrapping paper, favors and more for next year is best done during clearance events. This week shoppers will want to swing by their favorite retailer and look for discounts...
Why I’m glad I gained 20 pounds, but dropped a pant size in 2014 via CrossFit
Weight has always been an issue for me. In high school I was thin, then chubby, then what the charts would register as overweight. Don’t even get me started on college. Instead of the...
Virtual Classroom – 9 Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Coupons
I’ve told my husband that my boys need to get food sponsors. They eat so much that I can’t keep food in the house. Are they teens? No, they’re 6 and 8 years old....
Welcome to ChristieDedman.com
Well I just announced that I will no longer be Birmingham Bargain Mom on al.com. If you’re new to christiededman.com then you’re probably wondering what in the world can I expect to find. I...
Virtual Classroom: Modern ways to coupon & save money
Couponing has changed. If you’ve been couponing for years you know what I’m talking about. Gone are the days of bulk deals and super high value coupons. However savvy shoppers can still save some...
Why I put real butter in my coffee + recipe
Mike Ditka understands coffee. Well his character in Kicking & Screaming does. He tells Will Farrell ‘Coffee is the lifeblood that fuels the dreams of champions.’ I need this on a shirt. However coffee...
Acorn Squash Soup Paleo recipe
The Paleo lifestyle forces you to get creative in the kitchen. If creativity in the kitchen is not your strong suit, you’re not alone. Of course there are great Paleo cooking blogs, Pinterest...
Are you anxious? Your child might have the cure
There is a Grey’s Anatomy episode where the main character Dr. Merideth Grey just had a baby. Her friend and co-worker Alex Karev is upset, panicking, full of anxiety and anger. While Karev prattles...
How to write a doctrinal statement for your family & why you should have one
So you went to church this morning. Listened to your Sunday school teacher, sang some hymns and listened to your preacher. All of that at a place of worship you’ve decided to call your...
