Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. If you can’t afford a car, use public transportation. If you can’t afford air-conditioning, consider a ceiling or attic fan as an alternative. Go Frugal Go Green'

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

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NOVEMBER 2, 2012

“Now you can save money by making your own jerky, dried fruits, vegetable, trail mix and more. Fan Flow Radial Air dries all trays evenly without the need to rotate the trays. Features a clear top to monitor the drying process and includes plastic side clips to secure the dehydrator trays for easy transporting and storage.

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Discount Coder UK

JANUARY 28, 2013

As such I’m a huge bus and train fan and have discovered all manner of ways to. Living in Brighton, a car is more of a liability than an advantage – we have excellent bus and train connections – and I’ve always been too ‘green’ to get behind the wheel. read more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

This week I have included some movie clips of the 10 best movies about money and what they taught us. Kim McGrigg presents Small ways to save big on major purchases – Money Management posted at Blogging for Change. The key is finding balance. I found them entertaining and insightful and I am sure you will too.

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Frugal Movies Finance Bills 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2013

My husband, on the other hand, is not a big fan of travel. Know what train options there are, what public transportation is available near your hotel, and what interesting sights can be seen in the areas you will be visiting. I enjoy seeing new places and new things. Sometimes I even enjoy meeting new people. What do you think?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

By doing this you save money and over 53 million trees and 56 billion gallons of water a year. This wastes energy and costs us money. If you get hot, put a cooler shirt on or run a fan. If that doesn’t work, use public transportation. Limit the use of your car and you will save money and limit your carbon footprint.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Teach your children the importance of water and energy conservation and reward them for turning off lights and fans when they leave the room, or by limiting their personal water usage by taking condensed showers, turning facets off in the midst of washing hands or brushing teeth, and only washing dishes or doing laundry with a full load.

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 29, 2016

Home & Hardware: Use these teacher discounts to save money on your next home purchase, repairs, paint, and more. Attractions, Travel, Transportation, and Entertainment: Marriott : Many hotels and resorts in the Marriott family offer a discount for teachers. Graceland : If you’re a big fan of Elvis, you’re in luck.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2016

What if our water supply is poisoned or cut off; our electrical grid goes down hard for a long time; our transportation system gets interrupted and food can’t get to the stores. You still have to have money (just as our ancestors needed something to trade with). But, what if there is a disaster. Some means of personal protection.

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Canning At&T Gardening Garden 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 1, 2014

Today a poor person in America probably has access to electricity, telephones, food, indoor plumbing, central heat and public transportation. Mom and Dad always pointed out how much better off we were than our neighbors, because we were saving money and building up assets. 16 Ways To Save Money On Your Energy Bill This Summer.

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St. Louis Plumbing Flowers and Plants Kids and Family 176

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Walgreens Transport Chair or Rollator Walker – $50.00 M&M’s Candy Fan & Rock Star Gift Set, Ferrero Collection Gift Box 32pk. $1/1 You can also use a Rite Aid money off coupon (like a$5 off $25) and pay with any +Up Rewards you have. +Up Foster Grant or Walgreens Reader Glasses – Buy 1 Get 2 FREE.

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