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Reasons to Learn Another Language

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Though my great-grandfather was French Canadian, and my mother knew bits and pieces of French when she was growing up, we spoke only English in our household. The only French word I retained was “pamplemousse” (grapefruit), as I thought it was a hysterical word which I would try to slip into my conversations with friends.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Nicoles Nickels

to Grandfather’s house we go; . I’m pretty sure I always sang it as Grandmother’s house, which is weird since we actually went to my Grandfather’s house for holidays. Over the river, and through the wood, . the horse knows the way to carry the sleigh . through the white and drifted snow.

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It Is Time To Teach Our 5 Year Old About Money

Family Balance Sheet

I knew she had a few dollars from her recent 2 lost teeth and a visit from her grandfather. This was literally the first conversation we have had about money. Mommy : "You are being very good and I appreciate that, but that is not what we came in for today." 5 yr : "PLEEEESE!" Mommy : "Did you bring your wallet with you?"

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Taking Care of Your Parents and In-Laws

Nicoles Nickels

His father’s parents have lived with my in laws for over 20 years (his grandfather died a few years ago and so now just Grandma lives there). Since I’m newly married I will leave that discussion to my husband to have with them but as they enter their mid 60′s it’s a conversation we should have soon.

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P.E.P. for the Week of March 7-11/11- Spending Time With Family Update Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Last week I told you that my hubby and I were headed to BC to visit my grandfather whom I hadn’t seen in 8 years. Broke Professionals shares with us a conversation they had with a friend about finding financial success early in life and how it can be detrimental. Well this week I wanted to give you an update on how the trip went.