The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
After I had kids, I swapped that time to growing all sorts of interesting heirloom foods in my backyard. How did you get interested in saving money? At age 12, I started saving up my allowance and babysitting money to buy Christmas gifts for other children who were less fortunate. Enjoying some outdoor time.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 27, 2011
(I didn't compost the salad, because it had feta cheese mixed in) We certainly eat leftovers, but by the end of last week, we were (1) lazy and (2) lazy. Eating leftovers is one of my tenets of saving money in the kitchen but I am even guilty of wasting food at times. 600 is what many Americans spend on food each month.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 24, 2012
Fifty years ago, this was the norm; almost every backyard had a veggie patch that supplemented the food bought at a store. Then life got busy, food was more readily available and was often flown in from further afield, making varieties available out of season. Gradually, the home veggie garden became obsolete.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 19, 2012
We conserve water (and save money) during the summer. We compost much of our food and garden scraps. As a family, we try to be good stewards of our environment: We crossed 10 paper products off our grocery list and replaced them with reusable alternatives. We opt out of lawn chemicals.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 4, 2013
From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. If you find yourself throwing out a lot of food, you can remedy the problem by shopping with a list. Preserve Some of Your Food. Another way to prevent waste is to preserve some of your food. Nor is it healthy. Go Green'
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 2, 2022
Local fairs & festivals – Look for local fairs and festivals for low-cost games, food, and activities. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer. Front-Yard Landscaping: 15 Tips To Help You Design Your Landscape and Save Money. How to Start & Maintain a Backyard Compost. 40 Summer Desserts.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 22, 2011
From composting and saving rain water to using cloth napkins and reusable grocery bags, I have made many changes in my life over the last 20 years. When I was a college sophomore, I didn't even know how to cook scrambled eggs, let alone grow my own food. Earth Day has come a long way. I have come a long way too.
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