 By Henrietta, on February 21st, 2012%
This is a guest post by Brandy Tanner who runs a NH Mom blog and is always looking to life as if the glass is half full instead of half empty.
image courtesy of happilyblended.com
In August of 2011 I was given the chance to move back home to the house I grew up in with a . . . → Read More: My Neighbors Chickens – guest post by Brandy Tanner
 By Henrietta, on January 10th, 2012%
This guest post comes to you from the wonderful Dee of cocktailswithmom.com, I’m so excited to welcome her to A Hen’s Nest! Enjoy!
Winter comes with shorter daylight hours and cooler temperatures but this does not mean that you have to bundle up and hibernate until the spring. There are many activities that you can do as a . . . → Read More: Fun outdoor Winter Activities for your Family to enjoy together – Guest Post by Dee
 By Henrietta, on December 2nd, 2011%
The holidays are a time of traveling, gathering together, feasting, and generally having a good time. But with all the hustle and bustle, it can be easy to forget to take those necessary steps to keep your pet happy and healthy.
Do yourself—and your furry friend—a favor this year and don’t forget to help your pet enjoy the holiday season . . . → Read More: Stuff your pet’s stockings with toys and treats using 1800Petmeds + holiday safety tips!
 By Henrietta, on December 1st, 2011%
I’m so happy to welcome Jenn, of Jenn’s RAQ, to the blog today! Her guest post reminds us to stop and take a moment to remember what the season is all about. Thanks Jenn!
The holidays are upon us. I still can’t believe how fast time has flown to get us to this point of the year! December is a great . . . → Read More: 5 New Holiday Traditions that teach giving, gratitude and love – Guest post by Jenn’s RAQ
 By Henrietta, on August 28th, 2011%
Have you ever opened up your lunch to find a love note from your mom tucked inside? Does your husband send you random text messages during the day just to say he loves you? If so, you know how good they make you feel. Special. Cared for. Loved.
But love notes don’t have to be just for your spouse or your . . . → Read More: 10 Ways to Say “I Love You” to everyone special in your life
 By Henrietta, on August 26th, 2011%
Cooking has been a passion of mine for years, but I truly believe we all get into this rut and cannot get out. We make the same items over and over again, and then we get bored. I was this way for years; meatloaf, spaghetti, pasta, stuffed chicken breasts, hot dogs, pizza, etc. Having the same . . . → Read More: Cracker Barrel {Copy Cat} Grilled Chicken Tenderloin Recipe – Guest Post by Kiddies Corner Deals
 By Henrietta, on August 25th, 2011%
Your marriage is important, and one of the best ways to keep it strong is to remember how important your husband or wife is to you, and make sure you spend quality time together. No matter what your budget or schedule, there is no reason you can’t have a weekly date. There are 168 hours in a week, . . . → Read More: 5 Great Date Ideas For Couples On A Budget – Guest Post
 By Henrietta, on August 8th, 2011%
Dear Readers, you are in for a treat today! The awesome, amazing, and quite humorous work-from-home-Dad Greg of TellingDad.com is here today! I hope you’ll enjoy his guest post as much as I did, it made me laugh out loud! ~Henrietta
The first time I ever saw a chicken . . . → Read More: Cock-a-Doodle Don’t – Guest Post by Telling Dad
 By Henrietta, on August 5th, 2011%
There are many things that busy frugal moms try to avoid, pamper days are one of these things. We moms are very conscious of our spending habits; we like to spend our hard earned cash on our kids, so when a friend suggested that we go for a spa day I was dubious.
I have . . . → Read More: Pamper Days Make Every Mom a Happy Mom – Guest Post
 By Henrietta, on April 30th, 2010%
A lot of the solution to going green at lunch has to do with reduce – reducing the waste. There are a few different types of waste at lunchtime. The key point is – bring your own. By packing a lunch you are often eating healthier and it’s usually better for the planet too – not to mention your budget. The key to going green . . . → Read More: Green Lunches for your Kids and Spouse – Guest Post
 By Henrietta, on April 28th, 2010%
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If you are a regular coffee drinker, like so many Americans, you may be wondering if it benefits Mother Earth to buy organic coffee. Yes, we are all aware that organic coffee may be slightly more expensive, but it actually works to minimize our impact on . . . → Read More: Does It Benefit the Earth to Buy Organic Coffee? – Guest Post
 By Henrietta, on April 24th, 2010%
Help save the environment and save money at the same time!
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Hang clothes outside to dry- one statistic I found stated that it costs between 30 to 40 cents to dry a load of laundry in an electric dryer, and approximately 15 to 20 cents in a gas dryer.
. . . → Read More: Easy Steps You Can Take Today To Help Save The World – Guest Post
 By Henrietta, on April 23rd, 2010%
Did you know that almost all eyeglasses are made in China and shipped tens of thousands of miles to the US before being bought by consumers here? In addition to the environmental hazards that come from the carbon footprint of overseas shipping, most glasses made in China are also made of plastic and sent to a landfill eventually instead of being recycled.
If you’re an . . . → Read More: Green Eyes: How To Be Green With Your Glasses – Guest Post By Kelly Gannon
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