Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2013

It really is a great feeling to grow your own food. We have multiple veggies on the list that we are growing but a few include bok choy, broccoli cabbage, carrots, peppers, and tomatoes. Parents of students and students- Have you figured out your plans for summer yet? I am quite excited.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2012

Grow your own produce, and you know exactly where it is coming from, and you can receive the full benefit of nutrient-stocked produce. Staying Healthy Saves You Money In any of the personal finance books I have read lately, one common theme seems to keep appearing; look after.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Go hiking and camping and show them the beauty of the outdoors (and teach them to leave trails and campsites better than when you arrived) Plant a garden with your children to give them a tangible example of how much fun growing your own food and eating healthy can be!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Grow Your Own Food You don’t need a farm to grow some of your own food, you just need a small raised bed, a window box, or even just some old soda bottles hung from the fire escape.

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