Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Things at work are still insane and it has been taking it’s toll on other parts of my life. This weekend I am going to do my due diligence at working on our trip planning and catching up with blogging activities. Well, I have to officially say I am exhausted again. I have officially run out of fuel.

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Debt Fridays Finance Re-use 171

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 6, 2012

Hiking Hiking is a great activity in the spring and summer for several reasons. Hiking is usually completely free, can be a social activity if you do it with friends, and it’s environmentally friendly! Winter If it snows in your region, cycling, hiking, and swimming are certainly not ideal activities in the winter.

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Green Frugal Cycle Green And Frugal 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Maintaining a healthy diet and an active lifestyle are integral to keeping our bodies and minds fit. Personal Finances – A Thrifty Lifestyle Is A Sustainable Lifestyle Our economic stability is also a key aspect in maintaining a healthy outlook and plays an integral part in a sustainable lifestyle. (And And vice versa!)

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

2 Additional Goals: If we save the $10k early, we’d like to work on the following 2 goals. However, we could use a year of extra thriftiness to find any extra funds to accelerate the $10k. We work hard and really relish our time away and most of the trips we have planned for 2018 will involve our pop-camper.

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Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Now that we’ve paid off six figures of non-mortgage debt , we are working on saving 6 months’ expenses and maybe even more.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, and breaks for school and work calls for a lot of overeating. If you’re adamant about eating better or being more active, put some lively items on your list like new workout gear, a gym membership, or a new juicer. Caravan Holidays – The Thrifty Way To Holiday.

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Holiday Food and Drink Thanksgiving Hanukkah 231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2015

Vacations are supposed to be fun activities, where you can relax, unwind and recharge. Have an indoor activity planned just in case it rains, or be sure to check out some of the less visited places. You’ll end up more stressed and agitated if you schedule activities on your own vacation. Don’t make the same mistake.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

If you have kids, keep the bigger boxes for a variety of activities. Because of the cost involved, this option works best when the turnaround time is quick. – Thrifty Ways to Wrap Christmas Less Obvious Things That You Need To Buy Before Moving Out How To Pack A Waste-Free Lunch. Cardboard boxes. Relocating?

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Moving Company Making Recycle Recycled 189

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. If you find yourself hitting the drive thru on your way to work, start making your breakfast and brewing your coffee at home. Pretty nails and toes?

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2012

My philosophy is to be balanced and that is why I not only focus on personal finance on this site but also discuss the other fundamentals of our existence: being healthy, living green, working hard, and giving back. Our lives are not one dimensional and we need to live in a way that honours that.

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Prizes Personal Finance Finance Giveaway 274

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 1, 2012

Although one can easily amass $500 extra each month for paid surveys and similar get paid to activities (such as product offers), earning this amount is not passive by any means and it involves consistent effort month after month. Like anything else worthwhile and profitable, establishing successful niche sites take work.

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Money Insurance Personal Finance 2007 183

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2015

Because my office is in the dining room, keeping it tidy is a must and something that I’m always working on. It is good idea to review your credit report periodically to check for any fraudulent activity, such as identity theft. This post is linked to Thrifty Thursday. Organize your Financial Documents. auto insurance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2011

Outside of my blogging life, I work full time as a magazine editor/designer for a large national company and I also teach part-time at a local University. The type of activates you enjoy certainly impact how frugal you can be. My name is Denise, from The Single Saver. I Have Frugal Hobbies.

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Frugal Hobby Green And Frugal Home and Garden 157

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Guest Author Bio: Monique loves to blog, and writes about thrifty living and product reviews on her site : Stretching the One Income Dollar. Actively choose to not buy anything that can be borrowed. Making the first coffee of the day at home and taking it to work in an insulated cup can easily save three to four dollars a day.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2015

Those days are long gone for us now as we’re working hard to cut corners and save money. It is possible to eat out without blowing your budget, it just takes a bit of planning and a few thrifty tips. In fact, there were many weekends that I didn’t cook, because we ate out for every meal.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 14, 2011

I love that this charity is on the ground keeping donators updated about their activities. They include: A Thrifty Mom. I’m choosing to donate to Mercy Corps/Peace Winds as I think the relief work they are doing is meaningful and impactful. There are many other bloggers blogging today for Japan relief. Cents”able Momma.

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Donation Thrifty Mom Kids and Family 45

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 4, 2011

But then I discovered coupons and daily discount sites and slowly morphed into Thrifty Girl, (something that still confounds those who knew back in the day), and I began to re-think the way I planned parties. I certainly wasn’t going to give up one of my biggest passions, so I needed to find a way to make it work within a budget.

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Food and Drink Birthday Budgeting Budget 63

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

His progress touches my heart because I work in the area of cancer care and I see people every day who are losing their lives to lung cancer caused by smoking. Young & Thrifty asks us if we are living a rock star lifestyle. I guess this helps me keep on track when it comes to planning my financial activities. Reducing Debt.

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Personal Finance March Finance Family 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

My hubby and I had to work hard at finding a balance when we first hooked up since we had different views on some things. Since we have made a plan that works for both of us, things run much smoother and we are both happy. I find the discounts great for date night activities. That’s a tough one. Investing Wisely.

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February Finance Personal Finance Money 113

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 23, 2015

Thrifty Maid Ramen Noodles, 6 pk - $1.00. data-product="Snack Pack Pudding - SavingStar eCoupon" data-couponType="Store" data-status="Active" data-format="eCoupons" data-id="270939" data-stackable="false" data-expiration="1429167599">- $0.25/1 3 Kleenex Facial Tissue Bundle Pk or (3) Singles - 3-8-15 SS - (exp. 04/19/15). - $1.00/4

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 21, 2015

Ensure Active Clear, 4 pk - $6.99. - $3.00/1 1 Ensure Active Multipack - 2-1-15 SS - (exp. Ensure Active Heart Health, 4 pk - $6.99. - $3.00/1 1 Ensure Active Multipack - 2-1-15 SS - (exp. Ensure Active Muscle, 4 pk - $6.99. - $3.00/1 1 Ensure Active Multipack - 2-1-15 SS - (exp. Final Price: $2.89.

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