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Yeah, the temperatures are supposed to fall to the low 80's this weekend. The mercury has been planted at 93+ for the past month, so we are headed to the park to enjoy a beautiful and not so humid day. Have yourself a wonderful weekend! Some Interesting Articles This Week: I have recently discovered minimalist blogs. LOVE that line.
Family Balance Sheet - Friday, July 30, 2010
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Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Participants: Be Aware of Changes For 2011
We were surprised recently with an article in our newspaper about future changes for Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) scheduled for 2011. To coincide with our high deductible health insurance plan, we opened up a health savings account. An HSA can be opened with a high-deductible insurance policy.
Family Balance Sheet - Wednesday, July 28, 2010
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Freeze Your Garden Produce Now and You'll Be Thanking Yourself Later
The summer harvest is underway and I am starting to get over-loaded with some vegetables from my garden, our CSA and from the gardens of friends and family. All of this wonderful produce at the height of its flavor needs to be preserved so that we can enjoy it later in the year. Green beans I grew purple green beans this year as an experiment.
Family Balance Sheet - Tuesday, July 27, 2010
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  • How to Create Your Own Family Balance Sheet
    My husband and I try to meet to discuss our finances on a monthly basis. We review our spending, our cash flow and our Family Balance Sheet. Since I manage the finances for my family, I created our Family Balance Sheet as a way to communicate with my husband about our family and business finances. The form is not time-consuming.
    Family Balance Sheet - Thursday, February 4, 2010
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  • Make it yourself Monday - frozen yogurt pops
    I have to admit, my husband came up with this one. We have been eating a lot of ice cream this summer. It has become an after-dinner habit. We wanted to make the treat a little healthier, so we made some frozen yogurt pops. The popsicle molds have been in my kitchen cupboards for years. Voila.frozen yogurt pops. Yummy!! Please share!!
    Family Balance Sheet - Sunday, July 12, 2009
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  • How To Grill Chicken Breast and Not Dry It Out Like The Sahara - Summer Grilling Recipe Exchange
    Years ago, I dreaded grilling boneless, skinless chicken breast, because it always turned out very dry. was horrified one time when I had my family over for dinner and served them grilled chicken. My poor grandfather, who is the strongest person I have ever known, could barely cut his chicken because it was so tough. Ooooooh, so that was my problem.
    Family Balance Sheet - Monday, June 28, 2010
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  • Spending Wisely When You Just Don't Want To Spend At All
    The following is a guest post is from Amy at Money 4 This Not 4 That. Every post you read about frugal living seems to be focused on how to save money. These lists are without a doubt the best thing out there. Then we come upon the dilemma of spending. stop me anytime. Buy a year in advance. My son on the other hand is in a major growth spurt.
    Family Balance Sheet - Tuesday, June 1, 2010
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  • How Long Should You Keep Financial Records?
    I tackled my home office last week during a major east coast snow storm. let it get too cluttered and disorganized, so I filed, tossed and shredded my way to a clean work space. In doing so, I noticed my filing cabinet was becoming very hard to close. was just filing papers, and not purging along the way. Read more about receipts below.
    Family Balance Sheet - Monday, February 15, 2010
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15% off Walgreens for Facebook Fans
Walgreens Friends and Family Sneak Peek! Facebook exclusive deals coming next week! Might be a good time to invite your friends). hours ago · Comment · LikeUnlike · View Feedback (186) Hide Feedback (186) · Share. If you aren't already a fan of Walgreens Facebook page HERE you might want to become one.
Abundant Food Savings - Friday, July 30, 2010
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Old Navy: $2 Cami Sale Ends Tomorrow!
Just a reminder.the $2 Cami sale at Old Navy ends tomorrow (7/31). Regularly $8.50 each, you're allowed a limit of 5 per customer! You'll need the coupon HERE or simply say "Cami 4 Me" to your cashier. Check out the Old Navy Facebook page for more info (under "Events"). Don't forget to "Like" Coupon Clippin' Daddy on Facebook while you are there!
Coupon Clippin' Daddy - Friday, July 30, 2010
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FREEBIE: National Geographic Music Sampler
Click HERE to download a FREE 10-track music sampler from Nat Geo (National Geographic). Be sure to load it onto your music player for the family trip! Thanks Smart Couponing !
Coupon Clippin' Daddy - Friday, July 30, 2010
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  • Go on, cut that cable! Websites for Watching Free TV Full Episodes, Movies and News Online
    I will be the first to admit that I LOVE television and movies. have been an avid TV-watcher since I was a kid. To this day, I can still remember the schedule for my favorite show, a cartoon called Doraemon, when I was 6 years old and living in Japan - Friday nights at 7:00 on Channel 10. Free and Legal Online Videos. Pros of Online Video Viewing.
    Pecuniarities - Monday, January 26, 2009
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  • Wednesday Baking | Pumpkin/Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Muffins
    The other day on my Facebook page , I related a funny story about Zoe and some muffins that I made, and a reader asked if I could share the recipe.  This works out perfectly, because my well-laid plans to write up the recipe for these cinnamon rolls sort of got derailed! Another idea is to substitute applesauce for some of the oil.  cups sugar.
    The Frugal Girl - Wednesday, April 14, 2010
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  • Earn $ from university-sponsored surveys/experiments
    Most leading universities have graduate programs where the masters and doctoral students need to survey a cross-section of the population to prove (or disprove) a theory. By signing up with these university sites you can make money or earn prizes. That way there is no losing the email).
    Nicoles Nickels - Wednesday, February 25, 2009
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  • Get free diapers AND get paid $10
    Get free diapers and get paid $10 I have done a paid diaper trial with my son about 4 times now, and I just got called to do it again! You get about 20 disposable diapers (or training pants) sent to you FREE in the mail, and then they send you a check for $10 after you complete a quick phone survey. 646 BOYS: 1-888-342-7372 ext. It's awesome.
    Engineer A Debt Free Life - Tuesday, March 17, 2009
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  • Saving Time & Money - Baking Bread
    You can save money by baking your own bread at home. You can definitely save some time by using a bread maker. chose to make a small investment into a bread machine in order to save money (and time) in the long run. Wait, that's not right! hinted to my husband that I wanted a bread maker and he bought me one for my birthday. Saves me so much time!
    The Bargain Jargon - Thursday, March 5, 2009
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