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Budget Friendly Family Getaway in San Angelo, Texas

My Crazy Savings 8/14 4:51A Courtney Solstad

My family was recently invited to partner with Discover San Angelo for an expense paid weekend to explore and play. All opinions shared are my own and are honest! As a larger (then most) family, I love finding ways to travel on a budget! Before...

Pay It Forward with Feed My Starving Children

My Crazy Savings 8/7 1:29P Courtney Solstad

If you are looking for an opportunity to pay it forward with your kids, then look no further because Feed My Starving Children has opened a permanent packing facility in Richardson, TX. FMSC uses volunteers to assemble nutritious meal packs that...

Join the Fall 2018 Swim Team at AquaKids Swim School

My Crazy Savings 8/4 3:55P Courtney Solstad

If you are looking to get your kiddo involved in a Fall 2018 Swim Team, the NOW is the time to enroll as AquaKids Swim School Mckinney team runs from 8/20-12/17. This includes 17 Weekly 60 minute practice on Mondays 6:30PM-7:30PM! The 4 Monthly...

School of Rock The Musical is coming to Dallas Summer Musicals

My Crazy Savings 8/1 4:53P Courtney Solstad

School of Rock – The Musical will make its North Texas premiere in Dallas August 15–26, 2018 at the Music Hall at Fair Park, and in Fort Worth August 28 – September 2, 2018 at Bass Performance Hall! Based on the hit film, School of Rock – The...

Adults Only: Crayola After Dark (+ Giveaway)

My Crazy Savings 8/1 3:31P Courtney Solstad

Crayola Experience has been open for a few months now and has been a huge hit with the littles but did you know that they also offer fun for adults too? The next Crayola After Dark event will be on AUGUST 17, 2018 from 7:00pm 10:00pm! Make your...

I Feel Pretty now on Blu-ray, DVD, and on Demand

My Crazy Savings 7/31 8:10P Courtney Solstad

If you are looking for a movie that will keep you laughing then you do not want to look any further because I Feel Pretty is now on Blu-ray, DVD, and on Demand. Renee’s life is changed forever when she accidentally slips and falls in the...

Whitening Sensitive Teeth at Home

My Crazy Savings 7/27 5:56A Courtney Solstad

I have partnered with Smile Brilliant to bring you this blog post. All opinions are my own and are honest. I am so guilty of putting myself last. I think every mom struggles with it. I do not hesitate to make appointments for my kids but when it...

Recipe: Chocolate Mocha Protein Shake

My Crazy Savings 7/25 3:49A Courtney Solstad

For a few weeks now I have been trying to beef up my protein intake and have been replacing my breakfast with a Chocolate Premier Protein Shake. They are yummy but I was missing out on my caffeine and to be completely honest, they are really thick!...

Swim Lessons with AquaKids Swim School Mckinney

My Crazy Savings 7/21 11:07A Courtney Solstad

I absolutely love taking Nathan swimming. He is such a fish! It is so much fun to watch him explore under water. I often have to tell the lifeguards at public pools that he is okay and is intentionally choosing to be under water, as they can...

zulily THRILL Week of WOW Deals

My Crazy Savings 7/18 4:46P Courtney Solstad

Get ready! zulily has a whole week of WOW deals coming! You will find exclusive deals from boutique and beloved brands, all at unbelievable prices. From July 23-27, they will unveil: A Daily Big Thrill (like a family vacation for the price of a...

Three ways having a Gym Membership has Saved me Money!

My Crazy Savings 7/16 9:49A Courtney Solstad

Who would have thought that having a gym membership would save my family money! It s crazy but it s true! I started noticing a few months ago that our water bill was going up each month. It was frustrating as we weren t doing anything...

Saving on Your Next Vehicle

My Crazy Savings 7/9 9:30P Courtney Solstad

Ever wonder what happens to the loaner vehicles that the dealerships give you while your car is being serviced or repaired when it is retired? I hadn t really thought too much about it until recently. These types of vehicles don t typically have...

DCH Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Temecula Specials

My Crazy Savings 7/9 8:53P Courtney Solstad

DCH Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Temecula has lots of specials to give you the best deal and peace of mind! Check out this deal! I love having confidence when I purchase a new (or new to me) vehicle. It s the extras like this deal above that make me...

How to Shop for a Work Truck

My Crazy Savings 7/9 8:51P Courtney Solstad

If you own your own business then you know that there are many aspects require big decisions. The need and desire to own a work truck might not be an option. You will want to research quickly how to make this purchase for your business from a...

Buying Certified Pre-Owned

My Crazy Savings 7/9 8:37P Courtney Solstad

You can buy with confidence at Texan Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram because they sell certified pre-owned vehicles! You can easily search their inventory online before heading in! When buying a used car, what does it mean to buy certified pre-owned? To be...