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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

I’ve been an architect, day-care teacher to toddlers, and library clerk, but am currently a SAHM to a 14yo son and 9yo daughter. How did you get interested in saving money? At age 12, I started saving up my allowance and babysitting money to buy Christmas gifts for other children who were less fortunate.

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Meet a Reader | Midwest Andrea

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? We aren’t interested in the aggressive investing that is often common in the FIRE movement, but rather creating an enjoyable life below our means, and saving the difference. I haven’t decided yet.

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19 Awesome Freebies Things for College Students

Coupons Do Work

I remember learning something about saving money on books I want to share with you : the library has copies and you can check them out.And teachers have extra copies. If you can’t afford the books and the library does not have any on their shelves, ask your teacher. An AMAZING and beautiful country).and

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Meet a Reader | M from the PNW

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? I’m thankful we had to learn how to cut back—how ridiculous was it to have dual full-time incomes/no kids and not save a cent?! What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? Amusing Free Produce Living within walking distance of our city library is another win.

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The Ultimate Homemaking eBook Bundle Sale

Family Balance Sheet

I try to only bring to you the eBook bundles that I think are the most valuable and The Ultimate Homemaking eBook Bundle is a complete library of 78 ebooks, 2 eCourses, 2 audio files, and 2 printable packs PLUS over $200 worth of bonus products you’ll really use! Simple Cooking to Save You Money by Kelly Crawford.

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Meet a Reader | AF in Virginia

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? It has been amazing for our finances and my mental health. Things that save time. What single action or decision has saved you the most money over your life? Out of necessity originally. There are many!

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Meet a Reader | Jennifer from Arkansas

The Frugal Girl

We have significant food restrictions so sourcing our own is helpful health-wise & cost-effective too. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? We also grow a large garden & lots of flowers, fruit trees & a 100-year-old grapevine.

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