Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2019

My husband and I decided that every one in my family must pick a word. The author, Bea Johnson, chronicles her journey of zero waste living through 5 Rs: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rot. She has a very clear line in the sand about her family’s waste and doesn’t even own a trash can.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

It can take a great deal of time to cook for a family every day, and in many houses the kitchen is a place to socialize, to work on homework, to eat, etc. Paper plates are another popular culprit in some families. Because they can be washed and reused they are much cheaper in the long run.

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Saving Money Kitchen Money Reuse 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2013

Those machines use plastic coffee pods that are often labeled as being recyclable – but only if you fully wash them out, take them apart, and separate all the pieces… which we know no one is doing. These are no more green than just recycling that pile of paper. Reuse and repurpose. Biodegradable trash bags.

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Consumerism Environmental Movement Green Reuse 183

Couponing 101

APRIL 17, 2020

These seven DIY yard games can bring you and your family hours of fun without the need to venture out to a store or wait for an online order. Cornhole is a fun and popular yard game that the whole family can get into. You can even take it apart when you’re done to reuse the noodles. Cornhole Boards via A Wonderful Thought.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Last weekend my grown son was home for our autumn family picnic. Below is a list of things I (or hubby) have personally saved and reused. Shopping bags are reused as carry alls for gifts and travel needs. Decorated bags (such as those you put gifts in) are just reused for gift giving. That thing predates me!” Containers.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 19, 2019

Even recycling has its environmental costs. It’s always better to reuse than recycle! Crafting is a great bonding activity for a family or group of friends, and it’s also great as “me” time. And finally, another benefit of upcycling is the fun of actually doing it!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Consider the household products you buy – reduce the toxic chemicals in your home and improve the health of your family and the planet. Look for eco-friendly products with limited recyclable packaging, low-toxicity, no petrochemicals, are biodegradable and phosphate-free. Involve the whole family in menu planning and meal preparation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Do they recycle? Do they use recycled products? Recycle, recycle, recycle. If you have items you aren’t using, recycle them or give them to someone who can reuse them. Also, be sure to buy recycled products like toilet paper. Shop at eco-friendly businesses. If you aren’t sure, ask.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

When you do have to throw out batteries or electronics, find out where you can dispose of them in a way that allows for a level of recycling, and keeps chemicals from polluting the environment. One of the best ways to reduce your waste, though, is to avoiding buying as much stuff in the first place. Go Green'

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2020

I decided to be productive in those early morning hours and I updated our Family Balance Sheet and that’s when I realized why I was so antsy. However, I’m still in love with Instagram and I just started a profile for Family Balance Sheet. This will always be a work in progress for my family. Moving on to 2020!

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Financial Goals Goals 2020 2019 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2015

Green shopping with companies that reduce shipping impacts, reuse and recycle packaging, shrink carbon footprints, and are committed to resource conservation are hard to find. Not only do they offer vouchers you can purchase right from your device, they also offer free coupon codes that will get you loads of savings in moments.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 12, 2011

This family lives a Zero Waste lifestyle – meaning they REFUSE, reduce, reuse, and recycle almost everything. I am in AWE. You can see an example of six months worth of trash in their home – it all fits in two hands. When I came across the Zero Waste Home blog I was captivated.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2013

According to Waste Management World : “Exporting waste illegally to poorer countries has become a vast and growing international business, as companies try to minimize the costs of new environmental laws that tax waste or require that it is recycled or otherwise disposed of in an environmentally responsible way”. Their conclusion? “So

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Instead of taking the family to a movie, have a home movie night with friends and family. Instead of taking the family to a professional sports game, attend a little league game near your home and cheer on the neighbor’s child. Check online for replacement parts, you will usually find them. Go Frugal Go Green'

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 12, 2012

The EcoSmart line contains sweats, socks and T-Shirts made of post-consumer product or renewable energy for the whole family, with the Hanes comfort that you know and love! Reduce, recycle, reuse and now get comfortable! Each week this month, Hanes will be giving away products from the EcoSmart line to Facebook fans.

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Prizes Win Reuse Recycle 51

Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 12, 2015

Entenmann’s Little Bites ® snacks, the individually portioned lunch snack that’s perfect for lunch boxes and grab-and-go fun, is helping kids and families become recycling pros this year through two cool new eco-initiatives with both TerraCycle® and the Arbor Day Foundation — just in time for Earth Day 2015!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 18, 2011

Reduce, reuse, recycle. Related posts: 10 Ways to Add Extra Produce Into Your Family’s Diet. Guest Post Author Bio: This post was provided by Picky Domains. . Being thrifty means not spending money when you don’t need to and spending as little as possible, when you do. How To Create Extra Holiday Money.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

10 Tips for getting Family Travel Deals by Pays2Save. How to Remove Ink from Plastic Containers – Reuse Your Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 17 Useful and Creative Ways to Reuse Coffee Cans Now by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 9, 2015

helps families keep their belongings out of the lost and found, save time and money, help reuse, reduce and recycle, and stay safe. When it’s time to get back into the fall routine, Mabel’s Labels, the award-winning market leader for labels for the stuff kids lose®!, Limited Edition!

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

10 Tips for getting Family Travel Deals by Pays2Save. How to Remove Ink from Plastic Containers – Reuse Your Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 17 Useful and Creative Ways to Reuse Coffee Cans Now by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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