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19 Articles to Help You Prepare for Back to School

Family Balance Sheet

Sales Tax Holiday 2011 at Consumerism Commentary - A list of dates, states participating, the items that will be relieved of a sales tax and the maximum cost. How To Save Money on School Supplies at Green Back Gal. The Best Back to School Shopping Tips at Consumerism Commentary. Let us know in the comments.

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You will see the positive differences close to home and will be able to enjoy the benefits. Look at applying these strategies in your home; you will probably find that you can influence your immediate circle of friends and relatives and possibly your local community. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time.

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Why Cheaper Isn’t Always Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

No matter how cheap it is, if it isn’t a planned purchase, you are still spending money — not saving it. Buying something cheap just because it’s a good deal falls into the category of “mindless consumerism” and it can lead to long-term money problems down the road. Go Frugal Money Tips'

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Live Green and Get More Green in Your Wallet

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

However, it’s not just lack of money that makes people want to cut back, re-purpose, or live within their means… it’s also a case of wanting to be ecologically responsible. Here are a few ideas to cultivate a more eco-friendly atmosphere – and save money – around your home. Save on Entertainment. Avoid Consumerism.

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Repair, Don’t Replace

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Remember when high school kids were required to take shop and/or home economics? You can take an active role in changing our throw away society to one that produces less waste, and reduces consumerism. Oh, and did I mention, you could save money? Do you enjoy making old things new again? If so, you are in the minority.

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How to Embrace a Sustainable Living Lifestyle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Prominent scientists have written about the dangers of continuing the rate of development and growth of consumerism-driven societies, but their warnings have largely fallen on deaf ears. If you can do this at home, in your neighborhood, at the local schools and at work, think how great your contribution will be to the planet.

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P.E.P. for the Week of February 7-11/11- Valentine’s Kiss Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You see, it doesn’t matter how you decide to celebrate it, whether you stay at home or go out, but one thing is for sure…kissing. Kisses are collected either on delivery to the grocery cart, or later at home. Me, I am between strategic spending and earning more money. Where are you at?

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