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Q&A | positivity, buy nothing vs. eBay, and piano teaching for newbies

The Frugal Girl

I had a quick question for you about deciding when to sell something on ebay vs offer it to your Buy Nothing group. And if it’s something that doesn’t fit any of those criteria, then I list it on my Buy Nothing group. Ohh, also: if I want to get rid of something, like, RIGHT NOW, then Buy Nothing is the best option.

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Terrific Tech - Parents and Kids' Cell Phone Survey

Motherhood Moments

For many parents, it's a need, not just a want -- and the goal is to get all the features they want for their kids without breaking the bank. Even different regions across the US agree a budget phone is preferred when seeking out a first device for kids. The Price is Right! And only 15% spent anywhere from $300 to over $1,000.

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Q&A | frugal mental health, “why did you get a cat”?, and phones for kids

The Frugal Girl

He just used it for youtube, Google, Facebook Messenger Kids and taking pictures. Apparently kids are learning certain things way earlier than when we were kids!! Did you buy your phone through Mint, or did you bring your own? Thanks for your time; take care! Monitoring messages and what he’s looking up, etc.

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10 Ways to Thank a Teacher during the Holidays

Family Balance Sheet

My children have been blessed every year with outstanding teachers and at Christmas time I want them to feel appreciated for their time and commitment to my kids. And most importantly no matter what gift you chose, include a handwritten message from your child AND from you, the parent, thanking the teacher for the year.

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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

My husband and I live in the Willamette Valley in Oregon with our three kids, ages 4-6. My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. Additionally, it’s really important to us to have money to give to our kids so we save for that reason too.

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How to Raise Entitled Kids

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Each generation of parents seems to want to make things easier on their kids, even as far back as the American pioneers, even ours and yours. Here are some things you might be doing for your kids to make it easier for them. Let’s face it, kids want their way. Besides, kids don’t know how to do it right.

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Book Nook: The Wi-Fi is Out!

Motherhood Moments

Buy from belleislebooks.com About the Author & Illustrator Tim Lane grew up in the small town of Amelia, VA. After twenty years away, he moved back so his children could grow up in the country just as he did, but the kids were still drawn to electronic entertainments. Thanks for reading! The Wi-Fi Is Out is his first book.

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