The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. We rent now and are much happier. People are surprised that we are in our fifties and renting, but it works for us.

Rent 178

Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 178

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Having our own car means we don’t have to rent one and we can bring a LOT from home. For example, when renting cabins, we spend most of the time there and cook most of our meals. I’m passionate about food waste, and dinner portions are too much, bringing me to my next point. We almost always drive!

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc. Vanilla cupcakes I stored all my equipment in a dishpan in my dorm room.

Kids and Family 188

Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 188