Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

Many people have the false belief that organic foods are a luxury that only a select few can afford. While organic foods are more expensive than non-organic foods, they can be more affordable than you might realize. Organic organizations and associations are good starting points. This notion is simply not true.

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Koupon Karen

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

But with a little planning and some savvy budgeting tricks, you can ensure you’re financially ready to welcome your bundle of joy. Every baby requires necessities like nappies, clothing, and food, but it’s easy to get swayed by the wide array of tempting baby gear. Here are some tips to help you save for your new baby.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste. Imagine saving your family’s budget $1500 a year just by being more aware of your food waste and taking action to stop it. Use cashback apps.

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APRIL 19, 2019

Did you know that you could be earning rewards points with every Chick-fil-A meal? Chick-fil-A One is the restaurant chain’s tiered membership program that gives customers the ability to earn points with every purchase. These points can then be used to redeem rewards such as free food and restaurant giveaways.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Browse the entire list and let us know in the comments which ideas you’re going to give and what free gift ideas you have. Pet Sitting.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

And, when you find yourself in the market for a new (or used) car, don’t worry about spending a little extra for an energy efficient vehicle because it will almost assuredly save money in the long-run by cutting gas consumption. Raising livestock for food takes an enormous toll on the environment, primarily because of the deforestation.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2021

By the end of 2019, we nailed one major bullet point and I was on cloud nine. Today, we feel fortunate that our business has survived and we’re extremely grateful that we spent prior years focused on our Debt Freedom Plan. Cautiously, we’re turning our attention back to our savings goals. Read: A 2019 Recap.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

Pre-coronavirus, we didn’t think twice about shaking a stranger’s hand, using the ATM keypad, or going to the grocery store without donning a hazmat suit. I have been using it ever since. We’re taking life one day at a time because things are changing so rapidly. 2 – Start stockpiling food.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 1, 2023

They’re a fantastic source of protein and nutrients that can be enjoyed any time of the day. White rice and eggs is one of my go-to dishes when I don’t feel like cooking but still want something that feels like comfort food. It’s an excellent use for leftover rice and a great opportunity to use up leftovers.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Others use investing strategies like growth, value, or dividend investing to select component stocks. The rise of index mutual funds and ETFs has led to a proliferation of indexes to help fund managers use passive investing strategies to minimize costs and let investors tailor their portfolio exposure as precisely as they like.

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Couponing 101

JULY 5, 2020

If you’re lucky enough to have a Chuck E. Simply use the free form to mark which days your child reads. Cheese location to receive 10 free Play Points with any food purchase. Cheese near you still, your child can enjoy a great bonus for staying on top of their summer reading list.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Laundry Service or Use of Your Laundry Room. Offer to do laundry or the use of your laundry room to the person on your list that has to rely on a laundromat. We live in a tech age and a lot of seniors could use some lessons to keep up. What a delicious gift of food! My point: Scour your house for new & unused items.

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Christmas Gifts Home and Garden Flowers and Gifts 223

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

We thought eating in restaurants was a main attraction of travel because you get to try local foods. Even when eating out on the cheap, we were still spending hundreds of dollars on food. Then, about four years ago, I found out that I as well as two of our children have food intolerances including some biggies, like dairy and gluten.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

If no one ever eats food at your house, you will never have dirty dishes. I was looking at a grouping of these terms the other day and I thought it would be fun to answer them in a blog post. Let’s just start from the top! how to keep kitchen dish-free The most foolproof way to do this: never cook or eat at home. Problem solved.

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Saving Everyday

MARCH 18, 2020

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Cool Foods for Families promotion at Publix. They’re thick, full of flavor, and melt to cheesy perfection. For an extra pop of flavor use, the onion flavor like in this recipe but use what you want. Food for Life English Muffins. Lenders Bagels.

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Freezers Breakfast Making Toaster Ovens 85

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

We have a smaller place, and we use less energy to keep it comfortable. On top of that, we are using less electricity in general since the apartment has numerous windows and an open floor plan. That usually translates to using fewer resources as well. We are also better about the way we make food purchases.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2014

There’s no point in using more money than you need to. After all, there’s no point in making something just so you can give a gift, especially if it’s a gift the recipient wouldn’t like. If you’re trying to find ways to generate money for the holidays, try some of these strategies.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 26, 2019

So starting on April 1, I’m holding myself to a strict spending limit using the envelope budget method. If that sounds like a system you would benefit from, read on for my step by step guide on how to use the envelope budget method to save money. Do not use a credit or debit card! Let me know in the comments!

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

If you need to find some wiggle room in your budget, or combat the rising grocery prices, or maybe make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to reduce what you’re spending on groceries…and still eat really well! Utilize the Freezer. Thaw as needed.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

Recently we just relocated to Tucson, Arizona, and we’re finding that in some ways we need to start all over learning to be frugal in a new town. If, like us, you’re planning on relocating or just have, consider these tips to learn how to live frugally in your new location. Have my husband dye my hair.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 12, 2017

We bought a used pop up camper about 4 years ago and have been enjoying it ever since. They sounded so close by, so we walked towards the beach to discover a magnificent sunset (above pic) and a quiet, beautiful beach that made us feel like we were at the bottom of the world. Let us know in the comments! Love to camp?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

I also used a gift card that I received LAST Christmas, making our drinks FREE. I don’t care for Pumpkin Spice Lattes, but I LOVE Peppermint Mochas and they taste even better when they’re free. I signed up for Giant Food Stores email newsletter and received $5 off my grocery bill. Giant rocked this week!

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Saving Everyday

MARCH 18, 2020

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Cool Foods for Families promotion at Publix. They’re thick, full of flavor, and melt to cheesy perfection. For an extra pop of flavor use, the onion flavor like in this recipe but use what you want. Food for Life English Muffins. Lenders Bagels.

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Freezers Breakfast Making Toaster Ovens 52

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

At the same time I discovered Ina Garten roasting a chicken on the Food Network. What You Need to Know about Marked Down Meat: The meat is typically marked down because it is near the use by date or the store has too much of a product and it needs to be cleared out, as was probably the case with the Perdue chickens.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Whether it’s because “green” is in or because summer is coming to an end, lately I have been asked by almost everyone I know about the safety of the skincare products they have been using. Did you know that tens of thousands of chemicals are used in these products and that most of them are not tested for safety? Now I have.

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For the Mommas

MAY 28, 2016

Clear out your freezers because you’re gonna need some extra room for this deal! and you will earn 500 Gas Points when you purchase 6. Use (2) $1/1 Blue Bunny Ice Cream or Novelty coupon, exp 5/31/16 (4/24 SS). in gas points ($.50 08 each after coupons and gas points. Box (Thru 5/31). Pay $13.00. Earn $12.50

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For the Mommas

APRIL 17, 2016

in gas points. Use (1) $1.50 Use (1) $0.50 in gas points ($.40 If you’re craving popcorn this week, pick them up for just a buck a piece: Giant Deal – Now thru 4/21. Use (1) $0.50 Grab these NEW printable coupons while you’re here too: Foods. Buy 6 earn $10.00 Earn $10.00

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 4, 2011

for books and tips about losing weight and being healthy, even though all of the advice boils down to two points: eat right and exercise. Credit cards are far from the glorious tools the banks want you to think they are, but they’re not all bad, either. Questions and comments can be sent to: davis.jamie17@gmail.com.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 31, 2019

For many, building a stockpile means buying lots of bottled water, batteries, and canned food in preparation for a snow storm or natural disaster. stock·pile – A supply stored for future use, usually carefully accrued and maintained. Here are my tips for stockpiling: Use Multiple Coupons. Wait for Sales.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

.” According to my plasma donation center’s website, “human plasma is used to produce therapies to treat bleeding disorders including hemophilia and von Willebrand disease, primary immune deficiencies, hereditary angioedema, inherited respiratory disease, and neurological disorders in certain markets.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

I’m pretty sure he thinks Cheese and Bacon are food groups. That should get me some mom-in-law points! If you don’t have the ingredients or they’re not on sale near you, you could easily print and save the recipes for later use! Maybe I’ll promise to make them for his birthday.

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Saving With Shellie

JUNE 24, 2011

I know many of you are trying to choose more organic and healthy food options. So I’ll be bringing you the Organic and Natural Coupon Roundup each Friday to help you find great printable organic coupons to use. $1/1 1/7 Earth’s Best Baby Food coupon. $1/1 Pampers Learn & Earn = 25 Points. Aveeno Pledge.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. So, instead of using resources for plastic water bottles, we all have our own BPA-free water bottles that we can refill. Look for Used First. Our society has programmed us to look for new first. These light bulbs use less energy, and create a greener home.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 30, 2014

We don’t want to make our families miserable with bland meals, boring snacks, and not enough food in the house, but we must stay on budget. Tacos using pre-cooked chicken or ground turkey that I keep in the freezer and homemade taco seasoning. This will be a challenge where we’ll need discipline, support, and planning.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 8, 2014

One of the great things about a new year is the fact that you can look at where you’re at, decide where you’d like to be, and then make a plan to improve yourself. As you consider what you want your life to look like in the coming year, it makes sense identify areas that could use improvement. Help Others.

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Saving Everyday

MARCH 10, 2019

Make it a point to step out of your everyday routine and do something different, which can be as simple as going to see a free show instead of looking at your computers or phones all day. For example, when you cook together, challenge yourself to only use what you have and save a trip to the store. Focus on each other and have fun!

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