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What Makes a Saver?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In the book, “Young Bucks – How to raise a future millionaire” author Troy Dunn claims that the greatest gift you can ever give your child is the ‘gift of want’ Unless a child wants something badly enough, they won’t spend the time and energy to try to figure out a way to go get it.

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Seven Cheap Hobbies That You and Your Family Can Enjoy

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Building model airplanes, for example, might have gone by the wayside with the recession because it is a hobby that can quickly get expensive. All you need to get started is a book of local birds in your area and a pair of binoculars, and you don’t even need that if you don’t want.

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Small Space Organizational and Décor Tips

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

Use a pop of color or a bold metal, like copper or rose gold, to spice up your room with light and a conversation piece. Under-Stair Storage : Build a recess in all that empty space under your stairs for stacking books, hanging coats, or making sure your wine collection is readily available!