Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2016

At the same time, we have to establish different expectations on the home front for our sons and grandsons. We must have the same or similar career expectations for our daughters as we do for our sons. Would it be different than if your son came to you with the same goal? Teach your sons to cook and do laundry.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

For example, once a quarter, I review our asset allocation actuals against our target allocations and come up with a plan to discuss and implement based on the analysis. Another example is that once a month I calculate our net worth and review our discretionary spending budget vs. actuals. Our sons are our successor trustees.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2012

Examples: Your brother drives a long distance truck and can take on riders. Examples: The church youth group goes on a month long mission to help tornado victims rebuild in multiple areas across the country. Examples: Show your graduates what it is like to live homeless or poorly or with illness.

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 17, 2015

Kid’s hair cuts: My son is 4. The days I do cook, Sunday for example, I hope to have enough for leftovers for another day. I bought my son two years worth (different sizes). Here is an example: – spring : dress. This is what I do : 1. My daughter is 7. Kids clothes: I shop clearance. Same for my daughter.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Tell us a little about yourself I’m 40 years old, married with two sons who are 11 and 7 years old. I try to set a good example, so hopefully that’s a good start. So, here’s Megan! I live in the desert in Southern California, and my husband and I are both engineers. Me in one of my money mistakes! Not really.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 21, 2012

For example, you can try shopping at thrift stores. The way it works is, for example, you have a neighbor who has an 8-year-old boy, and you have a 6-year-old boy. When the 8-year-old grows out of something, it is likely that your son can then use it. Still, many schools do not have uniforms or strict dress codes.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Take Summer Stokes’ story, for example. That ended up being the most responsible decision she could have made for her son, Nathan, and his future. If you plan to buy a house, get married or have children, you can help protect your loved ones by purchasing a life insurance policy now. Watch her story here.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 2, 2019

Some examples are Organic Valley, Horizon Organic, Stonyfield, and Annie’s. Late July is a great example. Susan is a mother to a 2 year old son and she began her organic journey shortly after he was born. Another way to get organic coupons is to check the company site for printable coupons.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

My son’s Mother-in-law worked from home for many years transcribing medical notes for several doctors. My son, who is a web programmer, earns extra money via side jobs. For example, when writing my eBook (Choose Wealth), I could have benefited from someone to edit for me at a reasonable price. Medical transcriptionists.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 8, 2015

When my son was in little league, his coach used to yell ‘shrug it off!!!’ For example, growing up, my Dad was always Johnny on the spot to fix things around the house. ’ when one of the boys goofed up on the field. His meaning was, get it off your mind, don’t let it bother you, focus on what is important now.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 28, 2014

Kids learn to be a good sport just as much from the sideline and stands as on the field, so teach them by example to always be respectful to everyone on the field, offer encouragement, and be gracious whether you win or lose. Now, my son and I build fun, energetic playlists for the ride to the game.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 1, 2014

For example, dusting is similar to vacuuming. When my son is sick, that tends to throw a wrench in my plans. One of the things I’ve started doing to improve my productivity is to bunch certain tasks together so that I lose less time and productivity when moving from one task to the next. Identifying Similar Tasks.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 6, 2014

We will rent a car once we get to my grandson’s house and leave our car parked in my son’s driveway. There are numerous car rental companies and locations in the major metropolitan area close to my son’s home. Budget, for example, has the following options that can be added: GPS ($5.49 Kid seats ($13.00

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

For example, this month we went about $135 over our frivolous spending budget. For example, non-organic Swanson broth is almost three dollars at most grocery stores. For example, are you using that gym membership? A quick look at that column revealed that we hit up Starbucks more than usual, so we’ll do better next month.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 7, 2013

It was my boyfriend’s example in college. Cigarette prices were beginning to go over the top, I found out my boys had started smoking, based on our great example and I was tired of being a slave to an addiction. I come from a family that never smoked – generations that never smoked. I didn’t know anyone who smoked.

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College Health Insurance Kids and Family Therapy 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

For example, focus on getting clothes for your daughter, then yourself, then your son, or focus on specific articles of clothing like shirts, pants, skirts, etc. Grab Some Cash One last tip before you hit the stores is to grab some cash because some thrift stores do not take cards.

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 14, 2023

For example: Sleep. Substance misuse and addiction happen in “nice” families—a fact Magee knows all too well after losing his son William to an accidental overdose. Give them a wellbeing “toolbox” and insist they use it. Mind, body, and emotions are all connected. That’s why children should learn healthy habits well before college-age.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2014

Gas stations, some hotels, some restaurants are examples of places you might negotiate a cash discount. We took a day trip to a small town in our area several years ago with our grown son and daughter-in-law. Sometimes you get cash discounts. Cash is almost universally accepted. You’ll never be declined when using cash.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 11, 2016

An extreme example would be President of the United States. Sons followed in the footsteps of their father’s, even to the extreme of becoming known by name of the family occupation (Smith – for blacksmith, Taylor for clothing maker, etc). Parent’s are proud to say; My Son the Doctor or My Daughter the Astronaut.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Here are five – no or low cost examples of things to do that actively involve you and your child in learning and bonding experiences. I learned how to play chess to teach my own 8 year old son. Make your own play dough (puzzle, website, puppets). Play Dough. My kids used to love helping me make play dough.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2013

My son knows that there are two meeting points out (depending on whether he leaves out the front or out the back) in our neighborhood. For example, if my family were to experience a sudden drop in income, we have enough home food storage to help us along for a few months.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 27, 2023

My son has been doing this for about a year now and averages a few hundred dollars a week. For the Internet, I am using my son’s and paying half the monthly bill, which is only $30. For example, you don’t need three different services to listen to music. Used clothing, toys, and necessities sell very well.

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Saving Money Budgeting Budget Money 52

Couponing 101

MAY 2, 2013

Ken Blanchard , best-selling co-author of The One Minute Manager and Lead Like Jesus , points to a better role model: the Son of God. Moms and dads will see themselves in a whole new light—as life-changers who get their example, strength, and joy from following Jesus at home.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

For example, it took us about 3 years to pay off a combined $17,000 in credit card debt, but later we managed to pay off twice as much in 3 years on about the same income. We paid for braces, college tuition for my son, and did fun stuff like traveling while we were paying off debt. For example, no cable TV.)

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

We also have many small examples just through letting people know that we are open to accepting used items (definitely not the norm in our affluent suburb). My son has a job at a local pizza place and he gets a free meal after every shift. I bought into the Vitamix hype and have been SUPER unhappy with it.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Our son was diagnosed with a lifetime medical condition. See your time, money and energies as finite and choose how you will spend it – for example, we all have 168 hours in a week, choose how you will spend that time versus only looking at how busy you are. We were also dealing with stress around our son’s medical issues.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

For example, a foot long sub sandwich and drink can cost approximately $7. My son was constantly forgetting to turn off his bedroom light, so we installed a motion sensor light switch in his room. For example, vinegar and baking soda are effective household cleaners that kill most molds, bacteria, and germs.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 30, 2011

For example, my son or daughter can login into my account from another location and also stream free movies to their TV, computers or game system…and they are loving it! I am electronically challenged, and if I can figure it out, anyone can! It is SO quick and easy. Try it FREE for a month during this limited time offer ~.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2012

I’m not the best example on nutrition and I do love to eat a tad too much. Improve Your Health With The Help Of A Better Schedule Now that my son is back in school, and my husband's teaching schedule is set (at least for this semester), Still, that is nothing compared to my spouse. Nutrition. A large percentage.

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Food and Drink Quiz United States Food and Wine 188

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 2, 2015

We have a 5 year old son and are in the process of adopting our 2 year old and 4 month old foster sons, making us parents of 3 boys! My husband works as an architect and I teach art part time at my son’s school. Instead of buying gifts, for example, we may take our kids out for dinner, to a movie, or on a trip.We

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

For example, a foot long sub sandwich and drink can cost approximately $7. My son was constantly forgetting to turn off his bedroom light, so we installed a motion sensor light switch in his room. For example, vinegar and baking soda are effective household cleaners that kill most molds, bacteria, and germs.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 27, 2011

For example, my son or daughter can login into my account from another location and also stream free movies to their TV, computers or game system…and they are loving it! Don’t let any of this scare you. I know it sounds complicated but I promise it is SO quick and easy!

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Netflix Watches Movies PS3 55

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

I made a set of short drapes for my son’s room by simply putting a hem all around the fabric and attaching a tape at the top that let me insert hooks that made the pleats form. Pinking shears, are one example (although they really aren’t that advanced). Some of these kinds of projects also require minimal skills.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 26, 2015

Hi there, I am Shanta and this is my family, Husband Derrick, daughter Jazmyn, Son Derrick(who we affectionately calls him DJ.) These are just two examples of what we think of as home. I ask for it whenever I visit. Here is a photo of another forthemommas.com blogger, Shanta’s family.

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Home Giving Photos Kids and Family 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

For example, a foot long sub sandwich and drink can cost approximately $7. My son was constantly forgetting to turn off his bedroom light, so we installed a motion sensor light switch in his room. For example, vinegar and baking soda are effective household cleaners that kill most molds, bacteria, and germs.

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New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 23, 2017

For example, in those turnpike (yes, before there were highways, there were turnpikes) days, the trip to Hartford, less than thirty miles away, took well over an hour. Summer Sundays were for golf in the mornings and family time in the afternoons, often spent visiting family who lived far away.

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Coupons Do Work

JUNE 15, 2016

For example, you might see scissors on sale for $0.33 to a 10-pack of Bic Pens for $0.49 , and Sharpies for $0.25. Labor Day Sales as well as clothes from summer and spring are on sale and on clearance (I paid $0.99 – $1.99) for my sons shorts at Sears once! I love back-to-school sales, even as a kid, this was my favorite time.

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