Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Sometimes we choose to walk, but we no longer need to do so as a means of transportation for the most part. Moving wasn’t a time added activity, we had to move to get where we wanted to go and get done what needed to be done. We didn’t eat out much. Stop Eating Out! We ate basic meals at home.

Food and Drink 167

Food and Drink Parenting Kids and Family Eating Out 167

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Transportation Once you’ve secured your accommodations, transportation is the next area to save money when traveling. Eating out at every meal drains your wallet , so choose the most important meals and make those your splurges. Plan out splurges ahead of time. You can find free and inexpensive activities.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 2, 2011

Hey, you might end up enjoying these other more productive activities so much that you find the desire to cancel your TV service. If you need a little inspiration, check out my friend Mr. SPF’s article on how he has quit smoking. Use alternative methods of transportation , a.k.a. Take advantage of your local library.

Library 176

Library Television Televisions Money 176

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

One of the moves we made, out to Seattle, the only way we could make our budget work AND have me be home with our young kids, was to not own a vehicle at all. I transported my kids everywhere either by walking, biking, or taking the bus. We specifically chose a community with biking, walking, and public transportation infrastructure.

Kids and Family 186

Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 186

For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

Transportation- car note, car insurance, maintenance, gas, etc. Childcare- daycare/babysitter, school fees, extracurricular activities, etc. Food- groceries, eating out, ordering delivery, etc. Telephone/cell phone. Business expenses if you run a business. Pet care- food, medication, grooming, etc.

Budget 40

Budget Budgeting Insurance Homeowner Insurance 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

But you are a super busy parent, with work, continuing education, business travel, your kid’s other activities, church and the myriad of other things that demand your time and attention. While you are eating supper. Point out all of the various people working there and help them figure out what they are doing.

Money 187

Money Parenting Kids and Family Gasoline 187

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Write down any events/holidays/activities that will require funds for the month that you are planning, along with a projection of what you’ll need. – Food: groceries, meals out, school lunches. – Transportation: loan payments, fuel, insurance, service/repairs, necessary parking/tolls.

Budget 133

Budget Budgeting Financial Goals Goals 133