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Living a Frugal Life: Exploring Staycations

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Make it a rule to break your normal routine, so no television, video games or computer time. About the Author: Tony Standin is a personal finance writer who loves to save money, live an eco-friendly life, and enjoy time with his family. Create a Backyard Water Park. He wants you to be able to do the same!

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Build Memories and Spend Less on Your Grandchildren this Summer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

These are the times they will remember, long after they have forgotten who gave them that video game they love to play! My Grandma Rie’s Money Camp is a week long day camp with a focus on finances at age appropriate levels. Hold a grandparent camp. Traveling with a grandchild can be very rewarding – and very costly.