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3 Important Lessons in Living Frugally, But Not Too Frugally

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In fact, it’s easy to lose money in an attempt to be frugal. I’ve unintentionally gone too far a few times, and in doing so, learned valuable lessons about trying too hard to live a frugal life. Too often, the daily tools for saving a buck or two involve blurring ethical boundaries or simply breaking the law.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

A few years back, I hit my all-time high by borrowing 126 books over the course of one year. Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. From early on, Alan and I knew we wanted to travel extensively throughout the United States over the course of our lifetime.

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Central PA Staycation Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

Visit The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum in Harrisburg to view a collection of artifacts from the hand-drawn equipment of yesterday to the modern tools of today. Along with over 50 rides, the resort also offers a campground, a 900,000 galloon pool with water slides and diving boards, and a golf course. Outdoor Festivals.