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Q&A | frugal mental health, “why did you get a cat”?, and phones for kids

The Frugal Girl

First: I am most definitely not a licensed psychologist/therapist/anything of the sort. Mental health is definitely super important to tend to, although some of us tend not to prioritize it as much as our physical health. I’ve realized that I need to have better control (parental control) over what he’s doing on the phone.

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Taking Care of Your Parents and In-Laws

Nicoles Nickels

It’s a tough subject but one you’ll want to have with your parents and in-laws as well as your spouse! In our family, our parents have very different ideas about long term care. My parents have long term care insurance and have had it for many years. This is definitely something for us women to think about!

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Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you are a parent, some day you will most likely become a grandparent. Being a grandparent is tons more fun than parenting. I only remember staying with them once without parents around. My parents were somewhat more interactive with their grandchildren (my kids). Yet you can enjoy loving them and being loved by them.

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15 Best Selling Kindle Books for $4 or Less

Saving With Shellie

Definitely a page turner! It’s young adult so it’s a quick read but it’s definitely a tear jerker! Any parent would. It is the ultimate test for any parent: How far would you go to protect your child? I enjoyed it but the first book was definitely the best. This was such a great book.

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P.E.P. for the Week of March 7-11/11- Spending Time With Family Update Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Last week I told you that my hubby and I were headed to BC to visit my grandfather whom I hadn’t seen in 8 years. My hubby and I often borrow yard equipment that we use once in a while from my parents. I am definitely Tigger: always ready to try something new and very goal orientated. It went FABULOUS!! Going Frugal.

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Find out how Jessica paid off $56,000 of student loans, credit cards, and a car loan.

Family Balance Sheet

I am the oldest of seven kids (yes, we all have the same parents – I get asked that quite a bit!). That observation brought back the flood of stories she and my grandfather told about coming to the US from Cuba with no money and starting over in their late 30s. Definitely a monthly budget – I always create one every month.