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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

I have a rule now that if I want to buy a book, I need to donate one. I also will pay more for some specialty food items, as I have several food allergies to deal with, and we eat a no-sugar diet. Easiest part of being frugal: Not buying things like junk food at the grocery store. I make bone broth now!

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc. Eat at grocery stores! Do you have any tips for frugal travel or vacations?