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Q&A | frugal mental health, “why did you get a cat”?, and phones for kids

The Frugal Girl

First, I put myself to bed at a decent time so that I am well-rested. ” A well-nourished body and brain are gonna handle a tough period in life better than an undernourished version of me. It is especially nice to have friends who have gone through a similar trial because they will be able to support you especially well.

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Reasons to Learn Another Language

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Though my great-grandfather was French Canadian, and my mother knew bits and pieces of French when she was growing up, we spoke only English in our household. My brain just wasn’t moulded in a way that picked up and held languages well, and I didn’t use it on a consistent enough basis. Keeping an Open Mind. Get Healthy'

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Grandma’s Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies

Saving Cents With Sense

I spent most days after school with her and my grandfather when I was a child. Add remaining ingredients, mix well and remove from heat. I have special memories of my grandmother. She had a heart of gold and gave so much of herself to those she loved. She was the perfect grandma and this recipe brings back all those special memories.

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Exploring Veteran’s Benefits

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

He has done well in life. 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. I bought those plots from him several years ago.

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Free Kindle Books: Death of a Dapper Snowman, The Atomic Sea And More

For the Mommas

The Civil War stole a father and brother from Faith Lindberg–as well as Royal Baxter, the man she wanted to marry. With only her grandfather left, she dreams of leaving Noble Springs, Missouri, and traveling west to Oregon to start a new life, away from the memories that haunt her. Finally, life is looking great.

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Cardstore.com for Father’s Day and Win With the Pin It For Papa Contest

Nicoles Nickels

They have over 300 different Father’s Day cards so you be sue there is the perfect one for your father, grandfather, uncle or father figure! I am so happy he and my husband have a good relationship as well. Make sure to consider Cardstore for your Father’s Day card needs!

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I Am Rich Because….

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Our cars easily travel more than 70 miles an hour over smooth, well marked road systems. Technology.