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How to Save Electricity While You’re Working at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

labour force now work from home full-time! Listed below are the 5 best measures you can take in order to conserve energy and save on monthly electricity bills. Cut Down Screen Time. Perhaps the best way to save electricity is to cut down “on-screen time” when you’re not actually working. Incredibly, 42% of the U.S

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

I can’t even imagine how many repair bills from plumbers, electricians, appliance techs, and auto mechanics he has saved us over the years. My biggest financial regret is the amount of money we spent on restaurant meals from the time we were married and both working full time to when we had kids. Made me proud!

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3 Important Lessons in Living Frugally, But Not Too Frugally

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I started by cutting grocery expenses, and then expanded to lowering monthly bills and reducing insurance fees. I’ve unintentionally gone too far a few times, and in doing so, learned valuable lessons about trying too hard to live a frugal life. Losing Valuable Time. Below are my three biggest discoveries. Final Thoughts.

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