Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 21, 2013
Store food properly to make it last as long as possible. Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. Instead of paying for television programming, view free TV or cheap movies on Netflix (or maybe even read a real book!).
The Frugal Girl
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
How did you get interested in saving money? I think I’ve always liked to save money. Growing up in a large family, we had enough, but with the specter of inflation and bad job market (gotta love the 70’s and 80’s) , there was definitely a feeling of needing to make sure you had a cushion. That is priceless.
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Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 8, 2020
We had worked all year to send extra monthly payments to that final loan and on that early morning I realized the balance was finally at a level that we could pay it off with some of our savings. This is my referral Amazon link, but I found the book at the library.) Are we saving enough? 4 – Reduce my sweets.
Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 5, 2015
In 2013, The Christmas Savings Club encouraged all of us to save monthly so that we could have a cash Christmas. In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. Can I make do with something else around my house?
Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 29, 2015
In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. I have found new or gently worn name brand clothing, snow gear, shoes, household stuff, and books. How did you do in January?
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 26, 2015
In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. I have found new or gently worn name brand clothing, snow gear, shoes, household stuff, and books. How did you do in February?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 1, 2014
Until, that is, she went out to the ‘library’ with her book one day, sat on the outdoor privy and got stung on the bottom by a bee! Mom and Dad always pointed out how much better off we were than our neighbors, because we were saving money and building up assets. Dolly, in her book, talked about her childhood entertainment.
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