Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

It is a part of the human condition and I have a theory that we each have a life cycle of stuff and that it goes full circle, from no stuff back to no stuff. That life cycle of stuff is something we need, is natural and beneficial – never something about which to feel guilty. What is the life cycle of stuff? You get stuff.

Cycle 113

Cycle Kids and Family Friends And Family Sale Garage Sale 113

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Can’t believe I live here – a lake near my house Because I’ve lived so many different places, I’ve seen first-hand how good use of available resources can really improve overall community experiences, such as community gardens that utilize city-wide composting programs, to libraries, cycling infrastructure.

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 192

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

This is typically for shopping at 2 stores – 1 grocery store and 1 drug store. How long you spend on this depends on how many stores you shop at and how long you have been couponing. I am also able to donate on a regular basis, even with my relatively small stockpile. Realistic Stockpile. Realistic Expectations.

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Newspaper Bills Family Coupons 96