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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Our son is 29 and biological. We lived off my salary and banked Alan’s even before we were married so that we could build our own house (literally), paying cash as we went. I grew up in banking and held other finance-related positions during my working years. We consider her our “bonus kid” and our family is extremely close.

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Saving Money on Gas – Effective Tips & Strategies

Saving Everyday

Tips for Saving Money on Gas Like most of our articles on saving money, it starts with taking an honest look at your overall budget and spending. Sometimes, you can find areas where you’re spending too much, and rectifying that will keep more money in your bank account for things like gas. It matters.