The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

C with Finn, my parents’ dog Our daughter is 12, and very into the arts and science. Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc.

Kids and Family 190

Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 190

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

How do you stay focused when your life feels overwhelmed with financial and parenting issues? I started it mainly as a passion project, and to help hold myself accountable about food waste. Today we have three mostly random questions. Let’s go! Everything I do seems to make matters worse. JEG I really did not!

Money 202

Money Debt Credit Cards Goals 202

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. And I am more conscious of eating leftovers and avoiding food waste. Maybe four years? How did you get interested in saving money?

Rent 180

Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 180