Michelle Jones's Articles http://www.a1articles.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Michelle's Meals on a Budget - Southern Having lived throughout the south for my entire life, there's one thing I can tell you for sure. Life is just a whole lot sweeter with a cold glass of Sweet Tea. (And even though many of us are now following low carb lifestyles, Splenda can be a lifesav... http://www.a1articles.com/michelles-meals-on-a-budget--southern-1930.html 23rd May 2005 Frugal Crafts & Gifts - Preserving Autum Many children have completed a leaf collection for a school project, it can be a lot of fun for their siblings, parents and grandparents too. And it's practically free! So, here's a great idea for Fall - just think how pretty an Autumn array of red, orang... http://www.a1articles.com/frugal-crafts--gifts--preserving-autum-1929.html 23rd May 2005 Living a Better Life - Frugal Parenting There are lots of ways to save money on school supplies for your children each Fall, but the most important factors for saving a bundle here are planning and patience. Yes, that's right, I said patience. And I don't mean just a normal amount of patience... http://www.a1articles.com/living-a-better-life--frugal-parenting-1928.html 23rd May 2005 The First Year: Save a Bundle We saved a small fortune by doing these two things with our first child, and it's not as hard as you might think! * * * When I gave birth to our first child almost 14 years ago, my husband and I were just about flat broke. Not only did we use clot... http://www.a1articles.com/the-first-year-save-a-bundle-1926.html 23rd May 2005 20 Recipes for Homemade Art Supplies This article is for all the moms, dads, grandparents and childcare providers who are trying to stretch their dollars and still provide fun activities and supplies for the children. Below you will find 20 recipes for homemade art supplies including play d... http://www.a1articles.com/20-recipes-for-homemade-art-supplies-1925.html 23rd May 2005 15 Ways to Create More Cash Whether you need more money just to make ends meet, are working towards getting out of debt, paying for college or buying a home, or looking for ways to increase your giving – here's a helpful list of cash generating ideas. * * * And a word of enc... http://www.a1articles.com/15-ways-to-create-more-cash-1923.html 23rd May 2005