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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

The photos included with this post are mainly from our travel adventures. Our mom stayed home to raise us kids; she went to work part-time in the local school system after both my brother and I were in school. One is travel; the other is outdoor gear and equipment. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?

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Find out How Drew & Farrah Paid off $200k of debt, including their HOME

Family Balance Sheet

Drew works full time for Department of Defense. Farrah works part time for Department of Defense. It’s been busy with the babies and so much work/income that hobbies lately have been sleeping (if we can) and traveling. Once we got crap in order, we just kept finding ways to make more money. We have a family of 4.

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Find out How Acadia & Her Husband Paid off $97,000 in Student Loans

Family Balance Sheet

My husband works as an architect and I teach art part time at my son’s school. We gave up a spacious house, but will now be able to travel more and experience more. We have a 5 year old son and are in the process of adopting our 2 year old and 4 month old foster sons, making us parents of 3 boys!

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The Best and Worst Times to Side Hustle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Leaving yourself open to side hustle opportunities that pop up at any time, particularly in the last minute, may not always be convenient but can pay off big time. Not only are you in a position to negotiate a better rate, but you can specify any additional terms you may find beneficial– certain hours, breaks, rush fees, etc.

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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

I can remember quite a few years in college and grad school when my part-time jobs juuuuust barely covered my expenses (and sometimes not even that!) We splurge on travel, celebrations and presents for our kids. I hear you on the second-hand thing; that’s my first thought most of the time too.

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Parenting Pointers - What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Children on Social Media

Motherhood Moments

Social media is a “joy thief” in many ways, says Magee, who travels the country speaking with parents and children about substance misuse and mental health. Have a talk with your children and work together to make rules about how much social media time is allowed each day. If they are old enough, encourage them to get a part-time job.

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Ask LV: Mom Wardrobe

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

“I’m a busy mom of two travel hockey boys (ages 9 and 7). I also work part time as a lunch/recess mom at a local elementary school. I get tired of wearing hoodies and and fleece zip ups all the time.” I get tired of wearing hoodies and and fleece zip ups all the time.”

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