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Meet a Reader | Kim from Iowa

The Frugal Girl

Today we’re meeting a Midwestern reader who only occasionally masquerades as Mrs. Potato Head. ? Tell us a little about yourself I’m a married mother of two teenage boys (18 and 16) who grew up in the country near a small town in Iowa. We are both naturally frugal and a bit introverted which makes it easier to save money.

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Keeping the Christmas Dinner Costs and Waste Down

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I am normally not a fan of bulk shopping at places like Costco. Being that there are only two of us in our household, we never use up bulk groceries before they go bad, making it a wasteful endeavour. My coworker is also hosting her Christmas dinner, so we are teaming up to go shopping at Costco together. Cutting Down.

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Grocery Shopping for One Person + Ways to Save

Saving Everyday

Quickly scan the pantry, refrigerator, and freezer for things that you need to use before they go bad. I am a fan of leftovers, so I always make enough for at least two meals. It can be difficult for one person to use a whole package of something perishable like coleslaw mix. Grocery Shopping for One Inventory what you have.