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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Donate good clothing you really can’t use to a non-profit and bank the tax deduction. There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate. I grew up with this, in theory and in practice. Use up your food.

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How to Become an Earth Friendly Consumer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Donate $1 or $2 towards the cause. Use online banking. How about buying your kid a bike they can ride to school or your wife some organic seeds she can grow in the garden that can feed the family. Or, buy gifts from organizations that donate proceeds to green causes. We threaten mother nature daily with our activities.

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Free or Inexpensive Holiday Activities

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

These are lovely ways to celebrate the season, but at $20 per person and up they can add up fast if you are trying to enjoy the activity with family. These are lovely ways to celebrate the season, but at $20 per person and up they can add up fast if you are trying to enjoy the activity with family. Tree lighting ceremonies.

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20 Fun & Budget-Friendly Summer Activities

Family Balance Sheet

Three glorious months of sunny skies, warm weather and family time. Here are 20 ideas that are family friendly, fun, and easy on the budget. My family has had fun with most of these activities locally, but a quick Google search will help you find locations and destinations near you. Summer is here. Out & About.

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How Krystal and Josh paid off $80k in 4 years!

Family Balance Sheet

She is the co-founder of the website, Little Light on a Hill , where she writes about faith, family, and finances. Tell us about you and your family. works in outbound sales, and I teach part-time. to be able to go on a family missions trip. I love her passion for helping others along their debt free journey. My husband.

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Free Family Events & Activities Round-Up 2/3

Saving Everyday

); //-->. Here are some free events and activities you can enjoy with your friends and family this weekend! Bank of America –. Saturday 2/4 & Sunday 2/5 , Free Museums On Us days for Bank of America cardholders! FREE Boat Show : family activities, savings and seminars. AC Moore –. Sponsored by NurturMe.

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Don’t Recycle, Reuse

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Of course there are personal benefits as well – you save money by not buying or by buying used and you save money by not paying sales taxes for a new item. Of course there are personal benefits as well – you save money by not buying or by buying used and you save money by not paying sales taxes for a new item.

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