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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

Whether you’re trying to save money or just limit the amount of stuff in your life, it doesn’t make it cheap to gift your friends and family ideas from this list. If you have the knack for your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduates, or a family portrait.

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RECIPE: Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

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It’s hot and with triple-digit heat invading many parts of the country it’s the perfect time to turn off the oven and enjoy Homemade Peanut Cups , a family-friendly, frugal recipe. Our recipe for Homemade Peanut Butter Cups contains just 3 ingredients and makes 12 peanut butter cups. Homemade Peanut Butter Cups.

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Easy Homemade Beef and Tomato Goulash Recipe

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It’s been a family favorite for nearly 20 years! That sounds good (lies)” As you can probably guess, it was delicious and has been a family favorite for nearly 20 years. My kids, sisters, nieces, and nephews all make it now too. Elbow macaroni is traditional but my family loves cavatappi noodles.

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10 FREE (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

A Homemade Meal. The gift my grandparents really want is to spend time with my family and we enjoy spending time with them. This is a great idea for seniors, friends who don’t have family nearby, college students, or just about anyone on your list. Family Heirlooms. Homemade Crafts. Baked Goods. Pet Sitting

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

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The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I make notes of gift ideas for my family and friends throughout the year.

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

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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Frugal Friday: 11/04/16

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Thursday: Parmesan chicken tenders , mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, homemade sugar-free applesauce. Friday: Grilled sausages, spinach salad, homemade applesauce. Saturday: I’m hosting a dinner party for extended family to celebrate the numerous November birthdays. Wednesday: Spaghetti night! my referral link!

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