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Q&A | grief over what could have been + durable kids shoes

The Frugal Girl

My kids (2&5) are finally at the stage of wearing out shoes before outgrowing them. My parents just cleaned scuffs off of white leather school shoes, but I’m struggling to find anything that will last more than a few months. Readers, do you have kid shoe suggestions for Dawn? Back to the topic at hand.

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Thankful Thursday | I can walk!

The Frugal Girl

that I was able to go for a walk yesterday It was the first day my foot felt small enough to fit into a shoe (thank goodness it’s summer and I had gotten by with flip-flops on the very swollen days!) I had lab last night, so it’s good my foot had shrunk enough for shoes. Wearing flip-flops to lab is frowned upon. ?

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Finding Discount Codes and Why You Should Use Coupons

Koupon Karen

Sense of Achievement Feel proud about scoring an ever-elusive 75% off code for the new couch and admire the witty negotiating carried out respectfully with customer service, ensuring delivery of said couch happens. Ethics and frugality can thrive together!

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10 Tips on how to motivate yourself to exercise more

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

But if you belong to the opposite crowd, those who drag themselves to the gym or fall asleep lacing up their running shoes, then you have bigger fish to fry: lack of motivation. But how do you motivate yourself to get off the couch and exercise? Purposely leave your running shoes where you can see them every day.

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Finding Motivation When You Have None

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This past weekend, I woke up late, switched to the couch, and stayed there for the vast majority of the day. Also, since I had been a couch potato all day, I knew I should get to the gym. Budgets and Your Shoes In many ways, budgets are a lot like shoes: If they don't provide you with the perfect fit, your movement.

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5 Valentine’s Gifts…For Yourself!

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

Whether you’ve got big, romantic plans this Friday, are hanging out with your girlfriends, or snuggling up on the couch, it’s high time to celebrate you and treat yourself. Shoe Cult Geneva Sandal , $68 , Nasty Gal. Beau or no beau, Valentine’s Day is all about the love. Midi Skirt in Soft Touch , $64.82 , ASOS.

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Look for Less: Feminine vs. Masculine

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

Whichever style you prefer, here’s how you can score each look on a budget: Jessica Alba { Crop Top , $34.95; Skirt , $39; Shoes , $19.95; Bag , $49.95, Sunglasses}. And be sure to tune into LIVE From The Couch on CBS2 tomorrow to see these looks come to life!

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