Hello, my name is Amiyrah.
About Me
I am a mom, wife, Airman in the US Air Force, African-American blogger, and all-around fashionista. I love to share how to live a full life on less. For the past 12 years, I’ve built up this small corner of the internet as a place to share with you our lives and the things we love to do as a family.
I’m a firm believer in living a frugal lifestyle without deprivation, and it’s my goal to show that with each article on this site. I’m a 3-time IRIS Awards winner, including a 2-time winner of Live Stream of the Year. I also love to have fun with my friends, family, and YouTube subscribers. If you have a love of laughing, feel free to check out a few of my videos. Join the free email newsletter today!
About the Family
Brandon Sr.
I have been happily married to my best friend, Brandon, for 12 years. He’s an Ohio born, cornfed gentleman, who produces music and sometimes sits in on some of his wife’s YouTube videos. He moved to New Jersey for love; his love for me and his love of New York City. And now we live in Ohio. It all came full circle! We seldom argue, except during football season when he pulls out his Steelers jersey and I pull out my Giants jersey.
Brandon Jr.
My dear son, Brandon Jr., entered our lives 14 years ago. He’s a techie, a Star Wars geek, and a lover of anything that has to do with science and history. He’s the kind of kid that would rather build a roller coaster than ride one. He’s becoming a big fan of 80s cartoons, gardening, and sushi. This little bookworm warms my heart and the hearts of others. He’s an extrovert, just like his sister.
Alannah
It was just 9 short years ago when we were blessed with our little firecracker, Alannah. She’s a fashionista, an actress (ahem Drama Queen), and a lover of anything Disney-related. She’s a foodie like her mom, but doesn’t love mushrooms or green beans. She’s the kid that will watch red carpet shows with me, then run off to her room to don a cape and save her dolls and teddies. She’s bold, brazen, loud, beautiful and we love her for it.
King James
In August of 2014, our brood grew just a bit more. 6-year-old James is now the head of our household, causing everyone to fall all over themselves with every baby step, giggle, and loud preschooler scream. He’s a sweet boy that loves his mama, cars, lightsabers, Cheerios, pizza, and our scheduled dance parties. We love seeing his very lively personality develop daily.
See Amiyrah and Brandon in a news segment about budgeting!
Watch Amiyrah and Brandon Jr. in a Star Wars Commercial!
Our top post in 2020: Easy Hamburger Steak (without gravy)
Quick Social Media Stats
- 25,500 Twitter followers
- 53,000 TiKToK fans
- 23,000 Pinterest followers
- 48,000 likes on Facebook
- 26,000 followers on Instagram
- 6100 subscribers and over 1.1 million views on YouTube
- 2000 members in our Facebook Group
Previously Featured on These Publications:
- Doctor Oz
- Good Morning America
- Woman’s World Magazine
- USA Today
- FABLife Show as a Super Saver
- Yahoo Parenting
- Parade Magazine
- Disney Parks Moms Panel
- StarWars.com
- Wink News
- Time.com
- Variety.com
Prior Speaking Engagements
Featured on These Podcasts
Would you like to work together? Feel free to email me at 4hatsandfrugal@gmail.com
