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What Makes a Saver?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A smile or a word from a parent or teacher, seeing someone enjoying their savings, a chance combination of a happy conversation, a sun shiny day and an increased amount in the piggy bank – all may result in one child’s brain being wired towards the pleasure of saving. Included here is peer pressure.

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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. With fishing, you can make small purchases over time to build up your fishing supplies, so that it is not very expensive all at one time.

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Alternatives to College

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I graduated from State U with a liberal arts degree in the early 1970s – when there was a world wide recession followed by stagflation. Of course, she has spent a long time building up her client base – which she did by starting out working at one of the mall salons. My newly won degree brought no lucrative job.

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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. To cut down on that, build them directly into the wall. Wall Mounted Lights : Save precious table and floor space by installing one of these beauties. Closet Organizer : This was a revelation for me.