Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

In Huffington Post article Boomers Give New Meaning To Spoiling The Grandkids author Linda Stern reported: “Roughly 36 percent of the grandparents surveyed by AARP said “spoiling (grand)children by buying them too much” was a part of a grandparent’s financial role.”. Boomers are becoming grandparents by the second.

Grandchildren 220

Grandchildren Grandkids Kids and Family Parenting 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Go hiking and camping and show them the beauty of the outdoors (and teach them to leave trails and campsites better than when you arrived) Plant a garden with your children to give them a tangible example of how much fun growing your own food and eating healthy can be! Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt.

Thrifty 189

Thrifty Recycle Recycled Recycling 189

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2013

When you save money and watch your spending, you’re going to feel a lot better about your finances and this can help you relax. Most budgets get depleted because of excess spending at fast food restaurants, entertainment, or other luxuries. You’d be surprised how much better you will feel about yourself and your finances.

Health 81

Health College Tuition Insurance Saving Money 81