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Repair, Don’t Replace

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Remember when trade schools abounded and more folks went to them than to college? The AARP article Fix What’s Broken, For Less claims that there are multiple repair cafes in the USA now, including some in New York City, Seattle, San Francisco, Minneapolis, Detroit and elsewhere. Those classes taught usable skills.

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Plan a Staycation: Enjoy Your City on a Budget

Family Balance Sheet

Minneapolis, Minnesota :: Creative Couponing. College Station, Texas :: How to Homeschool My Child. Kansas City Area :: Kansas City Mamas. Metro Detroit, Michigan :: Saving Dollars and Sense. Grand Rapids, Michigan :: Give Me Neither. Oakland County, Michigan :: Bargain Shopper Mom. Cloud, Minnesota :: Frugal Finders.