Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

It is not easy to be frugal and save money when you have a family that splurges and squanders. Being frugal is a family affair. It should be exercised by each member of the family or else the money that you save by your frugal ways will just be wasted by another member of the family on something that is not essential.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

For example, this week, I’m kidsitting my 11 and 8 year old grandkids at their house – getting them on and off the school bus, fixing dinner, helping with homework, playing with them and etc – while the parents are away on a much deserved adult only trip.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2011

The key is to take the necessary steps to get your family to buy into your green living plan. Explain your reasons for going green to your family. Explain to your spouse and kids about how many of the items that you use are harming the environment and destroying the earth. So, are you and your family going to go green?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2012

As a parent, there are many lessons you must teach your kids. And once your kids have moved beyond the walking and talking phase, it gets a little more interesting. Your true purpose as a parent is to give your kids lessons in life that will help them to function when they enter the world as adults.

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Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 26, 2023

Apple today announced the stellar spring lineup of all-new original series, specials and returning fan favorites for kids and families. Jane" - New Series - Premieres Friday, April 14, 2023 “Jane” is a new 10-episode mission-driven series for kids and families inspired by the work of Dr. Jane Goodall.

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

No two children are alike, so what works for one may not work for another. Modeling appropriate behavior: Under-reactions can serve as a positive example for others, especially children, by demonstrating how to regulate emotions in a healthy and constructive manner.

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

E mbracing the idea that our children deserve our honesty, vulnerability, and leadership, you'll discover a powerful framework for raising your family with integrity and confidence. We know what you’re thinking: kids need consequences. We don’t believe that it’s our role to prepare kids for the “real world” with ideas like “tough love.”

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 22, 2023

Not only is it inherently difficult, but every family enforces rules differently. Kids under 5 aren’t thinking about anyone but themselves. Be clear and consistent – This may be the hardest advice to follow in this article. Despite how they may be acting, toddlers thrive on routine and structure. The situation is harder.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2014

Although they may consider themselves too mature and sophisticated to hunt eggs, they may enjoy hiding them and helping the younger kids with their hunt. Let them start to pass along the family traditions to their younger relatives, explaining and demonstrating what your family does and why. Let them lead.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

If you have kids, purchasing used or discounted clothing and toys is a great way to save money. Kids grow out of them so fast that buying them new really is a waste. Buying from used and discount car dealers can offer you some of the best values and may also be able to offer you a limited warranty or a hassle-free return just in case.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. Staycations are inexpensive activities that your family can do at home, or locally, that you can all enjoy without running up an expensive vacation tab. Have a Potluck Party.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Do you want something spacious enough for the whole family, or are you going through a bit of a mid-life crisis and, therefore, want a two-door sports car? It may even motivate you! For example, if you want to buy a car worth $20,000, you could decide to save $1,000 a month for 20 months or $5,000 a month for four months.

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Coupons Do Work

MAY 17, 2016

Applebee’s -The A is for Apple Program gives kids a certificate for a free kids’ meal. Bob Evans – Star Student Program offers free kids meal for good grades. Cheese’s – Kids earn up to 15 tokens for good grades. Present your report card at a Fannie May Store showing you received at least one A grade.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2014

He reached out and grabbed the life he wanted, instead of accepting a generations long family farming tradition. He finished formal training through high school and trade school, but set an example of lifelong learning for me. Even when I was a young adult with a family of my own, my Dad continued to share knowledge with me.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2012

Here are some experienced based graduation gifts by which your student may benefit. Examples: Your brother drives a long distance truck and can take on riders. Examples: The church youth group goes on a month long mission to help tornado victims rebuild in multiple areas across the country. Tour de jobs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 4, 2012

Although some benefits are fairly standard, such as a certain number of vacation or sick days, health benefits, flexible spending plans and defined contribution plans, there may be others that are specific to your industry, level and the company. What are examples of visible not so visible company perks? Why do companies offer perks?

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For the Mommas

MARCH 12, 2016

Kohl’s: $10 Off + Stackable Codes + $10 Kohl’s Cash = HOT Deals For The Whole Family. You will also receive $10 Kohl’s Cash for every $50 you spend after discounts, FREE shipping on orders over $75 and some of you may even have some Kohl’s cash you can redeem! Woot Woot!!! Select styles. ONLINE EXCLUSIVE OFFER.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 19, 2022

by Erika Bud Delicious food, sports, holiday movies, and quality time with the family are some of the highlights to look forward to during the holidays. While the holidays are enjoyed by most, the dreaded flights that many families endure during the holiday season can take away from the joy. Don’t let this delay make the family hangry.

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 15, 2016

I got creative with making different meals with pasta and eventually my kids hated pasta. For example, I went to buy cereal, Lucky Charms was on sale for smaller boxes. You may also miss out on extra coupons. You watched reruns of Extreme Couponing on Youtube or TLC and you want to do the same thing as those people did.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 16, 2012

If you want to find great deals for clothing for you and your entire family, you should search these thrift stores and the local ones. For example, you might need a few new pairs of pants and a jacket for work. Leave the Kids. It is best to leave your kids at home when you go thrift store shopping. Make a List.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Individuals, families and workplaces are complex organisms with multiple constantly changing parts and pieces. If you push in one direction, the organism may pop in several different directions. Examples of unintended consequences. Confer with others to see what you may have missed.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Families are facing some really desperate times. The costs of feeding, clothing, and housing a family have nearly doubled over the last decade. Sometimes the family vacation is put on hold because there just isn’t enough money in the budget to pay the skyrocketing costs of airfare. Weekend Getaways. Outdoor Fun.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

I vividly remember him saving his change all year and having us kids roll it for vacation. For example, this month we went about $135 over our frivolous spending budget. Buying generic will not only save you money, but you may even find new (and more affordable) products that you love! Reconsider organized sports for your kids.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 18, 2019

One thing that you may not be buying in bulk (I know it took me way too long to start) is meat! After all, it’s the most expensive part of most families’ grocery bills, so why wouldn’t we save as much as possible on it? Real life example: I recently bought a 5-lb. package of ground chuck at $1.49

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 22, 2015

Are we raising a generation of kids addicted to their device screens? Just as our parents limited the amount of (TV) screen time we kids had, so today’s parents are striving to find ways to anchor their children in the real (as opposed to the virtual electronic) world. We loved watching TV and today’s kids do too.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

For example, if you want to buy slightly used home furnishings, find an upscale neighborhood where the kids are mostly grown. The adults in these neighborhoods typically have more discretionary income and may be prone to re-decorating more often than others. Treasures which the grown kids don’t want or need!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2012

My husband and I live within our means and budget and hope our children will learn from example. In addition to my father’s health issues, my mother is no longer able to drive anymore, so the little errands and doctor appointments that need to be done to aid my father have become a substantial issue in our family.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

My grown kids are also savers and I have high hopes that the grandchildren will follow their example. To learn to live within your means is one of our primary family money values. Trepidation about having the grand-kids open a savings account. Of course, depending on what we buy, we may experience some buyers remorse.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 2, 2015

She writes about simple living, parenting and her family’s foster story at Fostering Simplicity. Tell us about you and your family. We strive to be a pretty active family. Just as others may struggle with staying on budget, we struggled in dealing with not having much time for each other or as a family during that time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2017

Talk to any alumni you may know (hint parents, cousins, that kid that went off to college last year) to see what they know about it. Read up on what colleges may offer. Look especially for on campus recruiting and online job portals the college may offer to help place students. Time to find out. I’d say no.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 11, 2012

So, you just keep it, crammed into the closet, back in the darkest corner of the deepest shelf – where it won’t be found until your kids hold the estate sale after you die! As it turns out, giving just may be a hard wired survival technique for humans. Her kids tell her what they want and I ask her. Not necessarily.

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Gifts Holiday Giving Friends And Family Sale 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2011

For those of you just tuning in, here is the background to this topic: One of the things that I am really passionate about is setting a good example for the next generation. It seems that so many kids these days have no idea about personal finance and have not been taught the skills on how to manage money for the future.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 29, 2012

One of the things many of you may or may not know about me is that my entire university education has been acquired while working full time. Here is a little history: Ever since I was a little kid I have had a keen interest in medicine. You may not be able to take on any overtime work and this can affect your income.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 12, 2012

Check out these fun products: Interactive Story Buddies™ bring story time to life and let families escape on magical adventures together. Bigsby may be a shy guy, but he loves going on adventures with his best friends. Hallmark’s new storybook line — Be a Part of the Story — allows kids to have conversations with storybook characters.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 1, 2012

Many brides to be have dreamed of their weddings ever since they were kids. Wedding planning on a budget may seem like a difficult task to tackle without appearing tacky, but it can be done. Below are some wedding planning on a budget tips that may just give you financially stress-free “I do’s”.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 24, 2015

Letting kids have unsupervised time online can be scary for parents. When kids are little it’s easy to monitor them with parental controls and kid-safe web browsers. But what do you do when your kids hit their teens? Sit down with your kids and have a talk. No devices during family meals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2015

I’m reading it to my Grand-kids this year in Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and needed an activity to go with it. It will help your family foster their creative side. You will build something unique to your family, customized to the things you care about, individualized with family member names, pictures, interests and etc.

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