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Are You Getting Ripped Off At The Gas Pump?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A few weeks ago, my Aunt sent along an email that warned about mis-calibrated gas pumps. Two weeks ago, I took a car trip across the width of Kansas on I70 and into Colorado (to Denver). Was I ripped off at the gas pump? So, how can you avoid being ripped off at the gas pump? Here are a few sites that can help: Gas Buddy.

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Frugal Family Fun in the American Midwest

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are a few of my favorite things to do with the family in Kansas, Arkansas and Missouri. The Chisholm trail ended in Abilene, and it was the largest cow town west of Kansas City. For the price of gas, you can enjoy enchanting Midwest scenery. The geographic center of the contiguous states is in Lebanon Kansas.

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CVS: Tide and Coca Cola $1.36 Each through Saturday

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Buy $30 Worth, Get $10 Gas Card. each after coupons and gas card! Thanks, Kansas City Mamas. Buy 4 Coca-Cola 12-Pack, $3. Buy 3 Tide Simply Clean & Fresh, $3.50. Use $1/1 Tide Laundry Detergent printable. Plus use $2/2 Tide Detergent printable. Final Price: $1.36 Coupon Deals Coke tide'

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My Battle Against Travel Eating and a Lack of Motivation

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Thanks to some airline buddy passes falling through on us the morning of August 5, we were forced to drive from Houston, TX to Kansas City, MO to make it to a Curling Bonspiel (Tournament) in time for a night game. The only food available was at gas stations and drive-throughs. Apparently in Kansas City…. I took advantage.

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Amazon: Little Tikes Cozy Truck Ride-On Toy Only $69 (Reg. $96.99)!

Couponing 101

Ready for off-road adventure or indoor touring, this rugged pickup features a flatbed with drop-down tailgate, a gas cap that opens and closes, a working horn, and realistic front-grill styling. Thanks, Kansas City Mamas ! Recommended for children from 1-1/2 to 5 years old, weight limit 50 lbs. See more gift ideas here !

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Free or Inexpensive Holiday Activities

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

On a bigger scale, The Country Club Plaza in Kansas City Mo lights up 15 city blocks with thousands of lights – which are switched on with due pomp, ceremony and entertainment on Thanksgiving evening. Crown Center , in Kansas City, MO has multiple different choral groups scheduled to stroll through the center singing the entire month.

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The High Cost of Speeding

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When you drive fast (especially on non-highway roads), you tend to brake more and then start up faster – which also wastes gas and causes wear and tear on your vehicle. I drive Interstate 70 between Kansas City and St. You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks.

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