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Be Selfish – GIVE!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Motivational finance books, such as The One Minute Millionaire or Think and Grow Rich stress the importance of giving. They claim that if you give, you get back a thousandfold more. Humans are hard-wired to give. The individual has to give something to get the benefits of the group. Giving makes you healthier.

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Cheaper, Less Stressful Alternatives to Christmas Gift Giving

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

That is not what the holidays are about. Most people love the holidays because they tend to bring people together. These are the things that make the holidays special. Every year, I express my desire to have a quiet family gathering rather than a big gift giving ordeal. Give an Experience.

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Parenting Pointers: Tips for a Screen-Free Holiday

Motherhood Moments

The holidays can be a period of increased screen time for kids, whether it’s more time playing video games, scrolling through Instagram, or binging the latest series. Serve food at a local soup kitchen or help at a community garden, or donate clothing, food, or toys. Give a hug (to someone in your house!)

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Could You Give Up Sugar?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Some point to our increasingly sedenatry lifestyle, others point out our dependence on fast food, and others mention our obesity. Not just the sugary desserts and snacks we eat, but the sugar that is in so many of our processed foods. Could You Give Up Sugar for a Year? Why add all of this sugar? They felt healthier.

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Winter Activities to Escape the Cold

Shereen Travels Cheap

Any vendor who makes and/or sells Scandinavian goods in Oregon and Washington come to help folks with their holiday shopping lists and decorate their home. Plus you'll find a bunch of food vendors outside to fuel your shopping venture. Here are some we've done: ScanFair - They bring the magic of a European Christmas market to us here.

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How Controlling Holiday Spending is Like Controlling Your Holiday Weight Gain

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The holidays are great! We get to celebrate our religious beliefs, take time off from work, consume holiday treats, relax with family and friends, and carry forward special yearly traditions. However, the holidays also bring the double edged sword of trying to control our spending and our weight! You know they are coming.

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Parenting Pointers: Tips to Help Alleviate the Stress with Family Holiday Travel

Motherhood Moments

by Erika Bud Delicious food, sports, holiday movies, and quality time with the family are some of the highlights to look forward to during the holidays. While the holidays are enjoyed by most, the dreaded flights that many families endure during the holiday season can take away from the joy.

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