Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2011

Are we on our way to an actual depression (as opposed to the Great Recession)? Occasionally, hubby and I have discussed digging a well, building an outhouse and putting in another wood stove and I have on rare occasion considered buying a generator. Give cash gifts to my adult children with suggestions to buy in the down market.

Recession 176

Recession Economical Grandchildren Kids and Family 176

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

My grown kids are also savers and I have high hopes that the grandchildren will follow their example. Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. What can you even buy for $.06? Of course, depending on what we buy, we may experience some buyers remorse. Six measly cents.

Money 124

Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2017

When the Great Recession began in 2008/2009, my boss at the time (a Vice President of the company) and her spouse consulted their financial adviser to see what they should do. They asked him what would likely cause us to come out of recession. My grandchildren’s other set of grandparents are just one example.

Spendthrift 100

Spendthrift Economical Consumer Recession 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 11, 2015

I wanted a place for our family to gather – adult children and grandchildren along with us. I scouted nationwide, looking for a likely spot to buy – wanting an area that had enough attractions to rent well, was someplace we would enjoy, and which was close enough to home to make it accessible for weekend trips for all of us.

Vacation 100

Vacation Rent Taxes Grandchildren 100