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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

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We like to start a backyard fire to roast marshmallows and invite friends over to enjoy the long summer day. Swap with another family who could use a date night too. We used to live near a trail that was very shaded and had picnic tables along the path. Fun @ Home: Host a backyard S’mores party.

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Summer Fun Guide 2019

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Swap with another family who could use a date night too. – Rail trails are old railway lines that have been converted to multi-use paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, and/or light motorized traffic. We used to live near a trail that was very shaded and had picnic tables along the path.My

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How We’re Saving Money On Water Even Though We Live in the Desert

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Strategies We’re Using to Conserve Water. Landscape with plants that have a low water requirement. There is no water-hungry grass in our front or backyard. Instead, the yard is landscaped with stones and various cacti. We use our rice cooker almost every day. We have two trees in our backyard.

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Alternative and Sustainable Energy Sources: Wind Power

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Farmers have been using wind power for centuries to drive windmills that pumped water and ground grain. Small wind generators have been used on sailing boats and pleasure craft to generate electricity and charge batteries. There will probably be quite strict regulations regarding the use of wind turbines within a residential area.

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Step2 Naturally Playful Sand & Water Center – $59

Saving With Shellie

We got a sand and water table for our daughter for Christmas this year and I can’t wait for it to warm up enough to use it! The kids used it all the time and it was so nice that it had a cover for when school was out to keep little critters away. This would be a great addition to your backyard!

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Life Tips from Dad

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Dad required me to learn to use tools and perform tasks which, at the time, were considered for boys only. I learned to change the oil, rotate the tires, use power tools, cut the grass, paint the house, work with concrete and much more. He took an art class by mail and painted landscapes in oil. Try new things.

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Step2 Naturally Playful Sand & Water Center – $62.19

Saving With Shellie

We got a sand and water table for our daughter for Christmas this year and I can’t wait for it to warm up enough to use it! The kids used it all the time and it was so nice that it had a cover for when school was out to keep little critters away. This would be a great addition to your backyard!