Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2014

What if between the grocer, the farmer, or your backyard you can’t get all the organics you want, or you just can’t afford them all? Talk to the farmers, they’re usually very cool and informative, happy to discuss your food needs with you. Your health, and the health of our planet, depends on it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2012

Backyard Ball During the day, kids would gather, at first one or two, then joined by another and another until there was enough for a game of backyard ball. Budget and Kid Friendly Fun Want some budget friendly ways to entertain your kids this summer? Do the kids in your neighborhood still play outside in the summer?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

It’s true that some may not be able to afford that trip to Paris they’ve been dreaming of, but they can afford to take their family on a vacation that doesn’t involve an inflatable pool in their backyard instead of a beach, and a Netflix marathon in lieu of a sightseeing tour. Have you ever planned a vacation using a tight budget?

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JANUARY 19, 2020

Sadly, it can also carry a hefty enough price tag to knock your budget out cold. You could head to your favorite park to bike or hike, or you could stargaze in your own backyard. Valentine’s Day can warm your heart in the dead of winter. Between flowers, candy, and dinner out, many couples rack up quite the bill. Get Outside.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2012

More and more people like myself are returning to the joy of growing vegetables, herbs and even eggs right in their own backyards. Fifty years ago, this was the norm; almost every backyard had a veggie patch that supplemented the food bought at a store.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 27, 2013

So what do you do when even after all of your deal chasing and bargain searching you can’t seem to find a travel deal that is in your budget? In fact, there are plenty of wonderful staycation ideas that will offer you fun times right in your own backyard! Fill a backyard kiddie pool with sand and enjoy the sun! Go to Egypt!

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 26, 2013

With more people watching their budgets than ever, spending time enjoying and entertaining at home and in their own backyard is much more appealing than going out. I am headed to Home Depot asap to pick up some of the products she mentioned! Memorial Day is the official kick-off to summer, sunshine and outdoor entertaining.

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For the Mommas

JULY 25, 2016

Backyard farming can be tricky due to soil, sun and irrigation challenges. 5 Star Honeymoon on a Budget by Victor Leung. My Life In The Dirt: Adventures Of A Suburban Organic Farmer is a collection of articles that I wrote as I was learning about organic growing practices and the benefits of growing our own food and medicine.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 25, 2012

But if it’s around 40 degrees Fahrenheit and above, it can be fun to go into your backyard with a tent, some warm soap and cocoa, a telescope and a flashlight to read some Christmas stories to one another before falling asleep in your sleeping bags. Decorate Your Tree. It is not only a way to feel festive during this time.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 26, 2013

Our goal is a simple summer where the entertainment is easy to come by and doesn''t break the budget. They''re running in the backyard sprinkler with neighborhood friends. We joined the community pool to cool off in the evenings and catch up with school friends. We''re roasting marshmallows for s''mores.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 25, 2012

Create a budget for your staycation. camp” in your backyard. Capture your fun times from where ever you end up, even if it is your own backyard. Limit the temptation to check your email or other work-related activities by having certain “check-in” times, like you normally would. enjoy eating out at new restaurants.

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JUNE 11, 2020

Enjoy Your Backyard. It allows you to explore different locations without leaving your couch, which is good for your budget in addition to helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. Adventure and travel books can be especially transportive, so you might want to dive into a novel set in an intriguing or exciting location.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

You can create a frugal, meaningful Valentine’s Day that can be just as special to those you love AND can keep you on budget. Amy Dacyczyn, author of the popular 1990s The Tightwad Gazette showed her husband how much she cared by stomping out a heart shape in the snow in their backyard. Show Your Love with Food. Make Coupons.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 17, 2012

It’s summer time and that means lots of backyard barbecues! Family Dollar offers a fun selection of prizes and activities for everyone, in every age group – without breaking your BBQ budget. Family Dollar and Chef McCargo Jr want to help make your backyard party a success. Summer BBQs should be fun, flavorful and carefree.

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 9, 2013

Check out local blogs like Free Fun in Austin , Round the Rock and 365 Bastrop for fun things to do in our own backyard. :: Ask for Help! If your budget could use a boost just in time for summer tweet at me @SavewithShellie. – I’ve teamed up with ValPak and Savings.com to give one lucky Austin resident a savings makeover.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 4, 2013

If the thought of beating summer boredom also makes you think of draining your budget, you are going to want to keep reading. Enjoy a backyard bonfire. Set up an obstacle course in your backyard. Luckily, enjoying fun and family friendly activities this summer doesn’t have to mean taking out a mortgage on your home to do so.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 4, 2016

If you have a karaoke system, set it up in the backyard or in the house for some real fun. Just like the days before high-tech electronics and computer games galore, entertainment is possible on a low budget. I hope these ideas have inspired you to get back to basics and add some fun to your child’s party, even on a tight budget!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Renting movies in this way is a great way to stick to your budget, over maintaining a dish or satellite TV system. Renting out your garage or backyard for RV or classic car owners could bring in $25 to $150 per month, depending on the space you allocate. In the U.S.,

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Saving Everyday

MARCH 10, 2019

These affordable winter date night ideas are perfect for cold weather and small budgets! Bonfire & S’mores: Stay warm next to a backyard bonfire, and roast up hot dogs and S’mores. Focus on each other and have fun! It might be freezing outside, but don’t let that stop you from having fun.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 21, 2016

If the thought of beating summer boredom also makes you think of draining your budget, you are going to want to keep reading. Enjoy a backyard bonfire. Set up an obstacle course in your backyard. Luckily, enjoying fun and family friendly activities this summer doesn’t have to mean taking out a mortgage on your home to do so.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 7, 2011

1800Baskets has an amazing selection of gift baskets and there is one for every budget! So many dads will spend Father’s Day in the backyard cooking on the grill, making the Happy Father’s Day Classic BBQ Gift Set the perfect gift set for any dad! So I’m excited about this next giveaway to help satisfy Dad’s sweet tooth.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 24, 2013

per ticket it just may not be in your budget. Or if you have a real tent, take it outside and enjoy a backyard campout. You might be wondering what your options are when it comes to entertaining your family during the evening hours of the summer. A movie might be nice, but at the cost of nearly $12.00 No more $12.00 Pitch a tent.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2014

I thought we might need to think about putting on another new roof and made some budget adjustments to plan for that. I got a lot of exercise walking from the backyard to the house to refill it! About 2 years ago, the north facing slope (shaded by big trees) started streaking black in the small dips between the beams.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

MAY 10, 2011

The line has the classic Calypso style that will make you feel like you’re on an exotic island even when you’re just lounging at a backyard pool.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

But now that I’ve progressed in my practice these 5 years, and have the room in my budget, I have a $130 mat, a few sets of nice yoga clothes, and $2500 teacher training. I started simply doing free Youtube classes with a Walmart mat. I even cleaned the studio for 6 months in exchange for free classes!

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

” Robert Kiyosaki I dare say there isn’t a soul on this planet as frugal as a mom on a budget. Go build a treehouse in the backyard or teach your kids how to bake. This should save you a bundle on the cleaning products budget. Plus, I developed a super-lean grocery budget over the years.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

Who has the time or budget for fancy Christmas decorations? This book will teach you exactly how to grow a range of berries successfully, all from the comfort of your backyard! Meals for Two on a Budget: by Sarah L. Why not try some great, inexpensive, and easy-to-make DIY crafts instead? Grow Berries At Home: by Steve Ryan.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 21, 2015

Memorial Day Barbeque -The class will cover backyard barbeque grilling basics and show you how to give meat and chicken a flavor boost with spicy and beer-based sauces. Join each site for free and start having more fun on a budget! Sunday, May 24th. ……… MARK YOUR CALENDAR! See the full schedule here. *

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 26, 2012

Build a birdhouse or bird feeder for your backyard. Have children collect backyard flowers and leaves to create nature bouquets or pressed-flower pictures. Going Green on a Budget The New “Go Green” Mondays Green Apps. Take a weekend adventure to a state/provincial or national park. No one else can do that for you.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 27, 2014

For target practice across the couch or outside past the backyard bushes, the fully automatic motorized Scorpion Gatling Blaster is the season’s most exciting high-capacity dart blaster boasting speed and performance at a great price. Ages 5-105, adult supervision required) Product Name: Hey Arnold!:The

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Nutty whole wheat flour, water, yeast and a bit of sugar meld to become crusty loaves of homemade bread, the mints, verbena and lemon geraniums from my tiny garden are ice-chilled glasses of tea to refresh us on a hot summer’s day. ~~~~~~ Here are a few classic strategies for keeping faithful to your food budget!

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Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

H-E-B Fully Cooked Grilled Chicken Strips or Breast Fajitas, 6 oz - Buy (2) H-E-B Fully Cooked Grilled Chicken Strips or Breast Fajitas, 6 oz; Get FREE H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chopped Salad Kit, 13.4 Buy (2) H-E-B Fully Cooked Grilled Chicken Strips or Breast Fajitas, 6 oz; Get FREE H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chopped Salad Kit, 13.4

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