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Revenge Spending and Other Married Money Tricks

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A few real life examples of revenge spending: English rock star Liam Gallagher (of bands Oasis and Beady Eye) had an affair with an American Journalist and fathered a child by her. Revenge spending seems like a fairly innocent way to make up for a real or perceived hurt, but if it goes unchecked can cause financial and relationship issues.

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Budgeting for Life

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My parents are both in their late 70’s and my father recently was diagnosed with diabetes. In addition to my father’s health issues, my mother is no longer able to drive anymore, so the little errands and doctor appointments that need to be done to aid my father have become a substantial issue in our family.

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Do You Hate Your Job?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Doing something every day that you dread, something that makes you fume, something that makes your stomach churn and your sleep restless is extremely bad – for your health, for your family, for your friends and for your life. 10 hours a day at the office plus commute time AND the boss expects you to be available 24 x 7.

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Meet a Reader | Beth from VA

The Frugal Girl

I currently work part-time from home, mostly behind a computer. He’s saved us a lot of money by being able to repair so many things on his own, by building and repurposing furniture pieces, and by making gifts that we did not have to buy. Here’s Beth: 1. Tell us a little about yourself. I’m 52.

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15 Books to Read Before They Hit Theaters in 2015

Saving With Shellie

When she learns she cannot bear a child, Serena sets out to murder the son her husband fathered illegitimately. Even if they don’t make it for 2015, you’ll have a head start on 2016! Make sure to double check that the price is still showing as $0.00 1 Mortdecai. Release Date: February 26 ( Watch the Trailer ).

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Cutting the Gender Wage Gap

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Many reasons are given for this fact, including things like taking time off for children; picking low paying jobs; only working part time and yes, discrimination. So, if you want to make as much as the big BOYS, take the steps that you can control and consider the following actions. Pick the right field of study.

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Sunday Reads 7/6 : Firefly Beach, A Place called Bliss and More

For the Mommas

Book summaries Note: Please check your price before purchase, as Amazon may change at any time. . Now she works part-time as a GED instructor and beefs up her income by hostessing at her uncle’s restaurant, soaking up the local gossip. The Company You Keep by Angela Henry.

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