Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2012

For the Whole Family : Bank of America's Museums on Us. Sunday, March 4, 1 - 2 PM | Landscape Design Workshop - Learn to create your own garden landscape. Are you a Bank of America customer? If so, take advantage of the Museums on Us program this weekend. Check Bank of America's website for a list of museums near you.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 10, 2011

Last year, I chronicled my box garden conversion from random planting to the more calculated method, known as Square Foot Gardening. I had great success, but at the end of the season, I vowed that in 2011, I was going to replace all of the dirt in my box with new soil following the Square Foot Gardening recipe for a soil mix.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 13, 2012

Whether you are a novice gardener or a master gardener, there are many free or low cost gardening seminars, workshops, and events happening at this time of year. You'll walk away with great information about this year's gardening trends, gardening techniques, and maybe even a plant or two. I chose broccoli.

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Gardening Garden Compost Composting 127

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

My family and I just recently moved to Tucson, Arizona. Landscape with plants that have a low water requirement. Instead, the yard is landscaped with stones and various cacti. Then we can reuse the water to water our garden. Instead of letting that water go down the drain, he collects it in a bowl to water our garden.

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Saving Money Tucson Home and Garden Money 165

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 20, 2014

If you are looking for a lot of space, you likely need to be looking at single family homes farther away from the cities. I didn’t want to buy a starter home and have to incur the costs of selling it when we decided to expand our family, so we bought a forever home.

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Home Home and Garden Buy Buying 193

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 24, 2017

Every Wednesday from May 31 – August 30, I’ll share ideas, tips, and recipes to help you create a summer that your family will always remember. BE SURE TO CHANGE YOUR PRINT SETTINGS TO LANDSCAPE BEFORE YOU PRINT!). yard/garden work. Sign up here—> Family Balance Sheet Newsletters. staycations.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 4, 2011

Use water collected from dehumidifier to water your garden and flower pots. When waiting for the hot water to heat up from the faucet, trap water in a jug or bucket and use it to water your garden and flower containers. Use the water from steaming vegetables and/or corn on the cob to water your garden. Limit shower time.

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Saving Money Flowers and Plants Money Dehumidifiers 174

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 1, 2012

You may have a dedicated space where you grow food, but if you don’t, keep reading because the information here also applies to edible landscaping and container gardening. Make a list of foods that your family will eat. Check into the possibility of a local non-profit organization who provide gardening programs.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2012

Kristen Welch of We Are THAT Family and Jennifer De Groot have compiled over 800 of the top posts from the blog carnival into an e-book, That Works for Me! I was delighted that they included one of my posts on do-it-yourself landscaping (it's #275). Thank you for supporting Family Balance Sheet! off coupon code: SAVE1.

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Work Giveaway Win Do It Yourself 173

Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 3, 2016

Luckily there are some fun free and cheap family fun activities that we can enjoy indoors while we are in the heat wave. Scroll down to find a round up of available free and cheap family fun activities that will keep your kids entertained and your wallet full! 5 Staples for Frugal Family Fun Night. Staycations Tips.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

Trap rain water and use to water your plants and garden. Use water collected from dehumidifier to water your garden and flower pots. Choose drought tolerant plants for your landscape. Use the water from steaming vegetables and/or corn on the cob to water your garden. Limit shower time and use low-flow shower heads.

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Saving Money Gift Cards Money Giveaway 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I am so impressed by the amount of biking and walking she and her family do, especially since it’s the functional sort, to get yourself from point A to point B. ” Sunrise on Lake Michigan I’ve moved a LOT – not as much as a military family, perhaps, but quite a bit for someone my age!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 31, 2011

Depending on the size of your family, you must see if the house you are considering has the required number of bedrooms and bathrooms. If you are fond of gardening and landscaping, this is a must-check. This checklist will guide you in making the best decision for your family for the long term.

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Home Buy Buying Home and Garden 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 23, 2012

Heck, even to make an offer on your dream home, you have to negotiate with your spouse and family! Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance. Conversations with your spouse and other family members and agreements that each of you will de-clutter on a set schedule can be helpful. My daughter-in-law knew the power of negotiation.

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Saving Money Money Home Home and Garden 202

Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 1, 2012

Our bare ankles and sandal~ed feet scraped scraped against the cactus~like needles as we stepped gingerly over the vines sprawled across the landscape. A celebration of the seasons is one of the strands that keeps the tapestry of family and friendship intact. ." ~ Aesop (circa 550 BC) "It was the children who spied them first.

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 26, 2012

About Capitol Lighting: “Whether you’re seeking the ultimate chandelier, new fixtures for a kitchen remodel, stunning nighttime landscape effects or a complete lighting package to showcase your new home, Capitol Lighting stands ready to serve.

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Lighting New Jersey Fans Home and Garden 65