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Three Ways to Give to Charities Even If You Don’t Have Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

They barely have food to eat, and the mother, who is pregnant, prepares for the new baby by sewing feedsack nighties for him. Give to Charity and Help Your Finances Many financial gurus extoll the virtues of giving, and even indicate that giving is part of successful finances. But, honestly, our budget is slimmed. At first.

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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

Koupon Karen

If you’re crafty, consider sewing or knitting some items yourself. It’s all about balancing providing the best for your baby and managing your finances. This way, they can contribute specific items you need. DIY Where Possible Some baby items like burp cloths, bibs, and blankets can be easily made at home.

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A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish

Family Balance Sheet

I manage the finances for our business and our family and by August 2013, I felt the weight of the situation. When my parents were my age, they were empty-nesters and converted my bedroom into a sewing room for my mother. What looked like a great idea on paper, was turning out to be very challenging.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. My mom cut coupons and sewed her own clothes and mine, as well. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation.

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Meet a Reader | AF in Virginia

The Frugal Girl

It has been amazing for our finances and my mental health. Sewing holes in clothes, using up leftovers before they go bad, finding free activities for my little on the weekends, checking buy nothing or marketplace before purchasing- I am always just looking for ways to spend money. What’s your best frugal win?

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Is Self-Sufficiency Possible in the 21st Century?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints (aka Mormons) have long encouraged members to have a ready supply of food, water and finances. Sewing kit. Our governments recommend that each family be prepared to be self-sufficient in a disaster or emergency situation – for 72 hours. Firearm & ammo.

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