Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2014

Lots of them are common sense – things like not spoiling your kids by giving them everything they want. Money may mean power or control or misery or any number of other things to you. Most parents let their kids have some kind of money – either via an allowance, a job or chores around the house or from gifts. Money is a tool.

Kids 219

Kids Money Parenting Kids and Family 219

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Luckily, it is possible to restore the balance of work, friends and family so that you can enjoy life once again. Many people say that the reason they are working so hard is because of their family but if it means that there is limited quality time spent with the family, more is lost than is gained. Keep family time free.

Work 272

Work Family Finds Kids and Family 272

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

I don’t know about your kids but friends of mine’s kids wanted to try lots of different activities before finding ones that became favorites that they then stuck with. It can run into a lot of money but my friends found some ways to save money on sports equipment for their kids over the years that I would like to share with you.

Sports 184

Sports Kids Kids and Family Musical Instruments 184

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Ignoring government attempts to regulate our kids into better test scores, many parents are having the public vs private school debate. ” The USDA study tries to account for things like ethnicity, family income, and English language proficiency, and the skill and experience of the teaching staff. Just average.

May 188

May Education Parenting Student 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2011

The key is to take the necessary steps to get your family to buy into your green living plan. Explain your reasons for going green to your family. Explain to your spouse and kids about how many of the items that you use are harming the environment and destroying the earth. So, are you and your family going to go green?

Green 157

Green Family Kids and Family Recycle 157

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2012

As a parent, there are many lessons you must teach your kids. And once your kids have moved beyond the walking and talking phase, it gets a little more interesting. Your true purpose as a parent is to give your kids lessons in life that will help them to function when they enter the world as adults.

Giving 203

Giving Holiday Kids Kids and Family 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Prepare ahead of time for extra fun by having the kids make up a few questions they want to ask workers. Have the kids stand and watch at a register to see how many ways they can see people paying. Bring a short shopping list of things the kids want or need, then have them find several different kinds and compare the prices.

Money 229

Money Kids Storing Kids and Family 229

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. This week I am reminding you all about those special people in your life- your family. It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans.

Personal Finance 240

Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 29, 2015

As a teen, she walked from Pennsylvania with her family, carrying all they owned on their backs to the Ohio wilderness. Each generation of parents seems to want to make things easier on their kids, even as far back as the American pioneers, even ours and yours. Let’s face it, kids want their way. But, should you?

Kids 100

Kids Kids and Family Money Ohio 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2015

It’s also a wonderful experience for the whole family, and spending some time in the great outdoors can teach the kids a thing or two about “roughing it” and what it takes to survive out in the wilderness (even if you’re in a park). You may have to dip into your survival skills a little bit. Bring Old Stuff.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Family Kids and Family 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 18, 2015

Once Upon a Company A True Story by Wendy Anderson Halperin tells the story of kids, parents and other relatives making and selling Christmas wreaths (and assorted other things in different seasons) to earn money for the kids college fund. For the past few years, the kids have had a one time ‘business’ during camp.

Kids 100

Kids Kids and Family Cookies Thrifty 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 13, 2012

Your kids have been to camp, done baseball and goofed off to their hearts content. Each year I try to help my kids teach their kids about personal finance. Teaching The Gift of Giving This year the grand kids are 5 and 8 years old and I want to demonstrate the pleasures of giving. What Is a Garden Stepping Stone?

Giving 188

Giving Used Crafts Craft 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 28, 2013

Our weekends are filled with leisure and required activities – from cleaning house, mowing lawns, running kids to ball games and more. When you reflect on your life and your finances, you may find that there are changes you want to make. Talk finances with your family for 15 minutes. Do the kids know what the goals are?

Activism 229

Activism Goals Kids and Family Finance 229

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 10, 2014

What was surprising is that a recent study showed the time people spend at work is actually the most relaxing part of the day; the real stress begins when they come home in the evening to family and home responsibilities. The same goes for your kids. ” when the entire family is hungry and irritable. Make cooking simple.

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers 189

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Home Making Kids and Family 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

I mean, you’re not the same person you were when you moved out; so much has changed, even your relationship with other family members could be altered. There are lots of different reasons why you might make the decision to return to the family home but the most common one is financial.

Home 179

Home Communications Kids and Family Family 179

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

Welcome to the May 11, 2012 Edition #236 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. Jester presents The Importance of Vacations For Kids posted at The Ultimate Juggle , saying, “This article explains the reasons that we prefer to take destination oriented vacations for the kid’s sake.

Money 113

Money May 2012 Debt 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 19, 2013

According to a survey conducted by the American Institute of CPAS and published on their site in August 2012: “Nearly half of parents with kids in school, or 48 percent, also pay their kids for good grades. After all, isn’t the point to get your kids to work hard for the satisfaction of a job well done? Now The Pros.

Parenting 210

Parenting Kids and Family Student Motivation 210

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 13, 2013

Talking about money with your family is hard, especially between different generations. My in-laws and their children were a hard working lower middle class family unit. We may think that we have moved past our childhood dependence on pleasing our parents, but in reality, we still want to do so. Fear of what we may find out.

Parenting 211

Parenting Money Kids and Family Mom 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 12, 2014

Most kids can’t wait until the end of the school year. However, parents might dread summer as they struggle to find low cost ways to keep their kids entertained. Luckily, there are plenty of companies stepping up to offer free programs for kids. It begins May 5th, and children can win small prizes.

Pottery Barn 174

Pottery Barn Lowes Bank Banking 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 14, 2014

I have frequently read how other bloggers got so much more done when they got up early before their kids. My kids wake up at 6 a.m. What usually happens, though, is that after a busy day of homeschooling and playing with three kids, cooking meals, running errands, doing laundry, and cleaning house, I’m tired.

Kids and Family 201

Kids and Family Work Watches At&T 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2014

Although they may consider themselves too mature and sophisticated to hunt eggs, they may enjoy hiding them and helping the younger kids with their hunt. Let them start to pass along the family traditions to their younger relatives, explaining and demonstrating what your family does and why. Let them lead.

Easter 167

Easter Hunts Kids and Family Activism 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

But, we also need stuff for emotional support – stuff to remind us that we are part of a generations old family, that we have accomplished significant tasks, seen impressive places and conquered difficult situations. Kids will naturally accumulate stuff, even when they can’t buy it. You may throw some stuff away.

Cycle 113

Cycle Kids and Family Friends And Family Sale Garage Sale 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. Staycations are inexpensive activities that your family can do at home, or locally, that you can all enjoy without running up an expensive vacation tab. Have a Potluck Party.

Frugal Life 242

Frugal Life Frugal Kids and Family Inexpensive 242

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

I had three baby showers when I was pregnant for my son–one from each side of the family and one from my co-workers. All those items got plenty of use as all three of my kids used them. They may also enroll in other baby classes like music and swim lessons. The expenses add up fast. It turns out, quite easily.

Friends And Family Sale 176

Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 18, 2014

Sure, our kids won’t be going to school there, but we know potential buyers will likely send their kids there and will care about the school district. We live in Tucson, a city that is popular with both families and snow birds (retirees who come to live here for the winter months or half the year). Layout Is Important.

Tucson 180

Tucson Buy Buying Kids and Family 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Individuals, families and workplaces are complex organisms with multiple constantly changing parts and pieces. If you push in one direction, the organism may pop in several different directions. Confer with others to see what you may have missed. Other times, they are exactly the ones you envisioned and hoped to initiate.

Real Estate 183

Real Estate Money Kids and Family Budgeting 183

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2014

Chances are, if you have kids, you will become one some day. Your kid is having a kid! They love talking about those adventures with me and freely admit that sometimes it is easier to get the kids to behave the way they want if the parents aren’t around. While true, that may not be the best course of action.

Grandchildren 160

Grandchildren Parenting Kids and Family Couch 160

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Families are facing some really desperate times. The costs of feeding, clothing, and housing a family have nearly doubled over the last decade. Sometimes the family vacation is put on hold because there just isn’t enough money in the budget to pay the skyrocketing costs of airfare. Weekend Getaways. Outdoor Fun.

Vacation 202

Vacation Travel Insurance Airfare 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 9, 2013

You may not be able to retire if your income won’t support the luxurious lifestyle you are hoping to live! Then I thought about what it was I wanted to do in retirement (build a new business, travel, annual gifting to the kids, etc) and put a stake in the ground as to what I thought we would need monthly and yearly.

Insurance 213

Insurance Work Money Kids and Family 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 3, 2012

The answers to these questions will help you build a legacy for your child so they may remember you for the positive influence you had on their lives. 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. Be present with your family.

Building 200

Building Kids and Family Parenting Journal 200

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 22, 2015

Are we raising a generation of kids addicted to their device screens? Just as our parents limited the amount of (TV) screen time we kids had, so today’s parents are striving to find ways to anchor their children in the real (as opposed to the virtual electronic) world. We loved watching TV and today’s kids do too.

Parenting 100

Parenting Kids and Family Phones DVD Players 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

For example, if you want to buy slightly used home furnishings, find an upscale neighborhood where the kids are mostly grown. The adults in these neighborhoods typically have more discretionary income and may be prone to re-decorating more often than others. Treasures which the grown kids don’t want or need! My best finds.

Garage Sale 100

Garage Sale Garage Finds Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2011

I may replenish our supply of fuel oil, matches, candles, lamp oil and wicks. This Is An Opportunity to Build Family Wealth. Some of you may know that I am on a mission to build wealth across generations in my family. Hamilton as well as Family Wealth – Keeping It in the Family by James E. Hughes, Jr.

Recession 176

Recession Economical Grandchildren Kids and Family 176

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 13, 2015

Before you get ready to shove those kids of yours out of the nest, here are what I consider to be (based on my experience as a person, a Mom, and a Grandma) the most important things you (or someone) should teach them about personal finance. Watch what others are doing, how they do it and what they may be getting from it.

Personal Finance 100

Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 11, 2012

So, you just keep it, crammed into the closet, back in the darkest corner of the deepest shelf – where it won’t be found until your kids hold the estate sale after you die! As it turns out, giving just may be a hard wired survival technique for humans. Her kids tell her what they want and I ask her. Not necessarily.

Gifts 189

Gifts Holiday Giving Friends And Family Sale 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2015

Your kids (if any) are most likely old enough to be somewhat self sufficient, and you are approaching the prime time of working life – functioning with ease, skill and experience, perhaps having opportunities you never dreamed would come your way for advancement, travel, monetary and other rewards. You are in the sweet spot of life!

Money 100

Money Kids and Family Home and Garden Parenting 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 3, 2014

However, I’ve decided that kids are big clutter creators. Another source of clutter with kids is gifts that well-meaning friends and relatives give. My husband and I both want our kids to be creative and to use their imaginations. Of course, the kids aren’t the only ones to be blamed.

Garage Sale 180

Garage Sale Garage Daughter Friends And Family Sale 180