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Would You Live in the Past for Peace of Mind and Financial Well-Being?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you’re frugal, you’ll likely take steps to save money such as not using disposable products like paper napkins and paper towels. Instead, you’ll choose items like cloth napkins and cloth towels. Of course, this makes sense. Living a Frugal Life in the Present with a Mindset in the Past.

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Save Money – Make Shoes Last

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Don’t use a hair dryer to dry them out as this can damage the leather. We used to wash our canvas shoes in the washer or the sink with detergent (and then put that liquid white shoe polish on our white ones!). Today’s athletic shoes could also be washed in the washer (with a load of towels) but I never do.

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