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Build a Legacy for Your Child: Be Remembered for Your Positive Influence

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

What memories do you hope your children will share with others present on that sad occasion? Your legacy isn’t something that can be organized in your later years, although your grandchildren may benefit from your influence when you are older. I learned patience and hardworking from my mom and sincerity and optimism from my dad.

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A clean-the-inbox Q&A

The Frugal Girl

This mainly comes from ridiculous expectations that I feel like I need to meet because of the way my mom did Christmas. In families with just a few cousins/grandchildren, I can see it working out, but not with 17 cousins/grandchildren. And of course, I bought presents! Do you bake for a lot of people?

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Using Kids Crafts to Teach the Gift of Giving

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A garden stepping stone for Mom, maybe?! How about helping them make a lasting gift for Mom? Moms always love anything their kids give them! How do you teach your children and grandchildren the benefits of giving? It’s August, weeks from the start of school. Should You Line Dry Your Clothes?

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