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4 Things Your Child Can Do Instead of Going Immediately to College

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Many parents would probably like their kids to go to college immediately, but that isn’t necessary. If you’re flexible as a parent, you may realize that there are many other worthwhile things your kids can do besides go to college immediately. This is an excellent time to see the world and become more independent.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Our daughter is 24 and was adopted from Eastern Europe when she was one week short of a year old. When my brother and I were growing up, our parents didn’t have much discretionary income. I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I’m Mary, and it’s a pleasure to participate in Kristen’s Meet a Reader series.