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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

Today we’re meeting a reader who is an artist, a homeschooler, a boy-mom, and a renter by choice. I also want to have a sense of detachment from owning things, which is hard since I was raised by very acquisitive parents (my mom shopped for a hobby), so I am still unlearning those habits. Hello, everyone! Here’s Karen: 1.

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Exploring Veteran’s Benefits

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

His Grandfather was a WWI Vet, who died of complications from disease that he contracted while on active duty in a war zone. For many years, this man’s wife and family lived near poverty after the Grandfather died of this disease. The VA is not the only place that gives benefits, perks and discounts for veterans.

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I Am Rich Because….

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Having lots of money doesn’t make you rich, it just gives you options. While we have had our share of violence in the country during our lifetimes, there has been no all out war, such as our great-grandfathers suffered during the Civil War or our founding fathers and mothers endured during the Revolution. Technology.