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Sustainable Living Traits To Pass On To Your Children

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Our children learn by example. That is why it is of upmost importance that we provide positive examples for our children, as they are likely to inherit much of our lifestyle choices, both the good and the bad. We as parents are usually the first and primary source of their learned behavior, even as they grow into their teenage years.

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My Best Garage Sale Finds

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

That way, I can hit a lot of sales in just a few hours instead of spending time and gasoline driving around town. For example, if you want to buy slightly used home furnishings, find an upscale neighborhood where the kids are mostly grown. I look for the neighborhood sales, which are usually either in spring or fall.