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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. Many libraries have great areas for kids where they can listen to a story, or browse through DVDs they’d like watch. It’s a great way for them to burn off some energy and you’ll have fun watching them compete at the games you’ve come up with.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Box are some of my favorite authors) and I use the library to borrow both regular books and electronic resources. Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. A third “why” is that saving money is like a game to me. I enjoy playing the game and I like to win.