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Meet a Reader | Lina from Germany

The Frugal Girl

Restaurant food was just cheaper than when I cooked meals myself, because at that time I couldn’t cook any Chinese food, and Western food needed things like olive oil, cheese, butter, pasta…all expensive in China because they have to be imported. What’s your best frugal win? My education.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. We, as a country, owe our young people a more comprehensive education. What’s the easiest/hardest part of being frugal? The hardest part of being frugal for me is resisting the appeal of a good restaurant meal.

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Central PA Staycation Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

There are a variety of summer family-friendly activities in Central PA that are exciting, fun, and educational, but not expensive. Historical and Educational Activities. For more military history, visit the Army Heritage and Educational Center located west of Harrisburg, in Carlisle. Outdoor Festivals. Admission: FREE.

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P.E.P. for the Week of February 14-18/11-Planning Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We are co-hosting a bday party for a dear friend of mine this Saturday and we are in charge of all the food. Going Frugal. Fabulously Broke shares with us tips on how we can combat frugal fatigue. Yes it can get tiring living the frugal life if you don’t have the right approach. Good question.

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