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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I can’t even imagine how many repair bills from plumbers, electricians, appliance techs, and auto mechanics he has saved us over the years. I enjoy good food even though I don’t like to cook it – maybe especially because I don’t like to cook it.

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The Easiest Ways to Save Money on Household Expenses

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. It is always costlier than eating at home, and it makes you fat, no matter whether you are buying a quick snack at a fast food restaurant, vending machine or a convenience store.

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Meet a Reader | Beth from VA

The Frugal Girl

pantry shelves my husband made She’d grown up very poor and she could not stand waste of any kind, especially food. She watched me peeling potatoes once — I was using a knife, not a peeler — and said, “Here, let me, you’re taking half the potato with the peel!”

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Groupon Goods – A New Place for Discounts on All Your Online Shopping Needs

For the Mommas

You are probably thinking about all the great discounts you get on travel, concerts, great food and other local services. Home: furniture, small appliances, decor, mattresses, cookware. Jewelry & Watches. So what do you think about when I say Groupon? You will also enjoy FREE shipping on purchases of $34.99

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Why You Should Live Green

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In the studies that included them systematically, food and drink, transport and housing are consistently the most important areas – across both different studies and the different impact categories compared (global warming, acidification, photochemical ozone formation, and eutrophication). What do you have to lose?

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Target Deals Week of 12/18/11

Saving In Akron

each after coupon Canned Foods Keurig K-Cups (16-18 oz.) - $11.99 $1/1 Folgers Gourmet or Millstone K-Cups, exp. 1 Select Philadelphia or Kraft Cheeses (Kraft Food & Family) $0.94 each after coupon Frozen Foods Green Giant Boxed Frozen Vegetables - $1.00 $1/3 Green Giant Vegetables printable $0.60/3

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in 2014

Saving Cents With Sense

We all like a little splurge now and then, but why not save 50% to 90% the next time you get a pedicure, get a massage or watch a movie! Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. You can lower your utility bill by turning off lights, electronics, and other appliances when not in use. Making Homemade Baby Food.

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