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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

A lot of blood, sweat, and tears were shed here, but we both agree that having no mortgage gave us a serious leg up on our retirement savings and other financial goals. It’s a tool, and it provides security and options. I didn’t shingle the roof due to a fear of heights, but Alan, his dad, and my brother did.