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How We Saved in April 2017

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Did you save BIG in April? In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. April’s Thrift Store Finds. Our youngest daughter came to us with a youth soccer league flyer and asked if she could try it. They have 50% off the entire store every Wednesday.

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Choose Thrift First Challenge – March Meeting

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March Update: I did a little shopping in March and it was mostly for our oldest daughter. But I also found success at a thrift store. At that time, I had not reviewed my own spring clothing and I have plenty of time to go back to Target if I can’t find something suitable (and cute) at the thrift store.

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Everyday Changes that Save Money & Help our Planet + a $25 GIANT FOOD STORES Gift Card Giveaway

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This post and giveaway are sponsored by GIANT Food Stores. April 22 marks Earth Day, the one day a year that we set aside to celebrate what’s best for our planet. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org. Always turn off the lights when you leave the room.