Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 2, 2011
Take advantage of your local library. If you are an avid reader like me, use your public library whenever possible. If the library doesn’t have your book in stock yet, have some patience. Cook at home. Instead of eating out, why not experiment with some recipes at home.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 14, 2013
Finish your purchasing from the list, go home, and think over it. Eating out harms you in two ways. 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. Carry Snacks. Do the same for books.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 15, 2011
Eating Out. Use coupons, children eat free specials, and discounted restaurant gift certificates to save on meals. Look at the pattern of how money was spent in prior months eating out. If eating out two to three times a week costs the family one hundred dollars, become ruthless at reducing that amount in half.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
Our active life goes on, so I will be planning a nice eat-at-home dinner with a special sweet treat, rather than eating out. Invite friends over for a potluck/game night, instead of going out to dinner. Borrow movies from the library. 7 – Look for FREE entertainment. Find free fun in Frugal February.
For the Mommas
JULY 24, 2016
Eat out less. One of the biggest expenses you probably incur is eating out. The average person spends over $2,000 a year on eating out. Instead of eating out, pack your lunch. Go to the library. Instead of buying books, check them out of the library. Brown bag it to work.
The Frugal Girl
JUNE 10, 2024
My husband works a pretty demanding job and I currently am a homemaker/stay-at-home mom, and do some freelancing in my spare time. ” We didn’t even really vacation; it was mostly frequent eating out and retail spending. Amusing Free Produce Living within walking distance of our city library is another win.
Saving Cents With Sense
MAY 25, 2012
The trick to a perfect staycation is to remember that you are still vacationing, even if you are staying at home, so try to keep household chores, projects, and business interruptions to a minimum. Just because you are at home, doesn’t mean that you should be on call to the office. enjoy eating out at new restaurants.
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