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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

When my brother and I were growing up, our parents didn’t have much discretionary income. I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. Because I understand finances, money doesn’t scare me.

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Is Filling the Tank Emptying your Wallet?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This might be hard for some parents to do, but it will really help with gas costs. You should make sure to choose the car that has the best gas mileage. They are relatively inexpensive (when compared to most cars), and they get great gas mileage. Tips to Improve Your Car’s Mileage.