One of the best things to do with or with out the kids is to walk.

It doesn't matter what you wear, and the cost is nothing. Walk aroung the block or to an area point. Keep a steady pace and when the kids are with you pick out the flowers or the bird flying over head.

Any one else do cheap things to get rid of stress?

Peace
Robin

cheap ways to get rid of stress for me on my alone time is write. it really lets my mind wonder and express itself. it really helps me fall asleep too...my mind isnt running on over drive then. i like to do it in bed under candle lite. its a wrap down of the day! my little one asleep (for how long i never no!) but its really relaxing in a theraputic way. and with my baby i take car rides and listen to music. he usually falls asleep so its time to not do anyting but focus on where i want to control the car to go!