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How to Pick A Career

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The Grandkids are 9 and 12 now with lots of time before they have to start supporting themselves somehow. I did some research to see what kinds of jobs I could get that paid the most with the least amount of additional training and became a computer programmer. Luckily, I found that I enjoyed the field and had some talent.

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Gratitude Brings Wealth

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

From my Mother-in-laws perspective, the number one benefit to the great-grandkids of sending her a thank you note, is that she would continue to send them gifts. The Psychological Science journal reported on a study done in 2014 which showed that feelings of gratitude reduced financial impatience. Gratitude can make you wealthier.

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