The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

I’ve been an architect, day-care teacher to toddlers, and library clerk, but am currently a SAHM to a 14yo son and 9yo daughter. Before kids, I spent my free-time volunteering at a stray rescue shelter for dogs. This doesn’t include the many free in-library activities we’ve enjoyed over the years. Enjoying some outdoor time.

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 6, 2023

The Land of Ahimsa is a feature length documentary streaming for free on UnchainedTV. She is the granddaughter of Chhaganlal Joshi, a freedom fighter who worked with Mahatma Gandhi in his struggle for independence and social justice. The film follows Dolly Vyas-Ahuja on her journey to save her ancestral land.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 18, 2013

One of the highlights of my year is the annual road trip I take with my son for spring break. One thing I’m adamant about, however, is that my son not spend the whole trip buried in a Nintendo DS , or using some other electronic gadget. It kept my son busy for hours, and he had a lot of fun taking the pictures.

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Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

True BOGO stores will be free after coupons. My son was sick with some virus, couldn’t eat much, all he wanted was water.and these things helped him get some nutrients. FINAL PRICE FOR ALL (TRUE BOGOS): FREE! These are regularly priced around $1.50-$1.69, but we have some BOGO coupons to pair with the sale.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 12, 2014

They look forward to the long, lazy days of summer when they don’t have any school work to do. Luckily, there are plenty of companies stepping up to offer free programs for kids. Sign your child up for free summer reading programs. There are many free summer reading programs: Scholastic. Try free summer bowling.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 29, 2014

My hair stylist gets $70 for about an hours worth of work – for a cut/color/wash and style. She works for herself and has built up many regular and consistent clients over the years. She works 3 – 12 hour days a week and sometimes stacks clients (so she is working on someone else while my color is setting).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Part of my reason for retiring was that I wanted more flexible work hours and wanted to do something different. Although they won’t make you rich beyond your wildest dreams, and although some of them are pretty hard work, they can provide an opportunity to add to your income by capitalizing on your life experiences.

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

A reader wrote me an email telling me about some family troubles, including the story of her son leaving an abusive marriage, with his little daughter in tow. My almost 12 year old son needs a phone, as I broke his. Do you know if any parental controls that work well, etc? Thanks for your time; take care! Mandy Hi Mandy!

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 26, 2012

Today is Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day and to celebrate, Olive Garden is giving a FREE kids meal with an adult entrée. Head over to Facebook to claim your offer. The coupon will be emailed to you. And don’t forget to check the other Restaurant Deals available today. All rights reserved.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 15, 2012

Husband Richard doesn’t even know how the steam iron works, let alone how a woman works. Who will take care of her son Doug’s daughters when he flies off for a romantic week with his wife? . Related posts: Free Kindle Books 5/10 – Death On A Deadline & More. Free Dave Ramsey Kids Audio Book.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 5, 2014

Amazon offers free Kindle Books each day, and you do not need a Kindle to read. You can read for free on the Kindle app. Elkins works to understand complex lives and relationships as he pursues a brilliant and brutal adversary. Free Stuff Freebies' Have you set a goal of how many books you would like to read in 2014?

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Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

I asked them why they didn’t call me after the prescription was submitted and they said “well, there was a cue” My son is coughing and doesn’t feel well. Each day 2 people who signed up for the FREE newsletter will be randomly selected. Have you signed up to win FREE Starbucks from Couponsdowork?!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 22, 2014

Know that not all children’s art work can be kept. My children love to draw and paint, and I love seeing their work. I’ve taken pictures of my son’s favorite preschool paintings and drawings, and when I see a good deal on photo books, I’m going to create one for him and toss the originals.

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Saving With Shellie

APRIL 22, 2015

This offer is valid today (4/22) only and will work on catering and to-go orders. Tomorrow (April 23rd) is Take Your Daughter or Son to Work Day. If you will have your little one with you tomorrow, be sure to print this coupon for a FREE kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 29, 2012

Amazon is offering this book free for a limited time. You can read for free on your computer or free Amazon Reading App. He’s not sure that he can work up the nerve to declare his love to the girl of his dreams. Which is an uncomfortable position for the son of a Baptist preacher. Mark Cloud has his doubts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 1, 2014

I’ve started applying this concept in my work day as well as to my personal tasks. I have certain days when I work on shorter blog posts that don’t require as much research. Pay attention to how you work in particular circumstances, and the way you think about and tackle your tasks. 4 Ways to Re-Claim Some Free Time.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

All your hard work has finally paid off, and you’ve been rewarded with that sweet certificate. And did we mention that life insurance from your employer is usually free for you? At 22 years old, Summer was managing her own household, working full-time and attending school with dreams of becoming a doctor. So, what’s next?

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

The segment was so inspiring that I reached out to her to see if she would participate in the Debt Free Stories series. She hosts a You Tube channel, The Former Mrs. Jones , where she vlogs about budgeting, debt free living, and family life. Meet the Former Mrs. Jones: Her Debt Free Story. What inspired you to become debt free?

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For the Mommas

APRIL 25, 2014

Neato can have the vacuuming done before I get home from work. The Neato returns back to its charging base (wouldn’t be nice if my sons toys did that). It clean on all my floors – wood, carpeting, tile and linoleum – unlike my son, who dirties all of my floors. I don’t have to clean up dog hair.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2017

He worked long hours at a high pressure job he really didn’t believe in and it took a toll. The work just kept coming at him and although he did work lots of paid overtime, he could never get ahead of it. The pressure from management to keep the ‘queue’ of work down was relentless. What are the symptoms?

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For the Mommas

JULY 17, 2013

First Frost (FREE as of posting time). Seventeen-year-old Bianca Frost wants none of it, dreaming instead of a career in art or photography or…well, anything except working in the family’s museum. 90+ Tastefully Simple Recipes Volume 1: (Free at time of posting). Free Stuff Kindle Ebooks' Cracks in the Sidewalk $.99

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 8, 2012

My son recently became very interested in Star Wars, so we threw him a Star Wars-themed party for his birthday this year! It’s always a challenge to find the balance between wanting to give your child the most amazing birthday ever and working with your realistic budget. And this year, our budget was lower than ever.

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Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Last year, I spent $250 for my son, for the next few years sizes… and if they were full price, I would have spent $1500 ! I love Gymboree and for me, the best times to shop there are post holiday, as there are TONS of stuff in the clearance section + the clearance section usually has an additional % off the sale price.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jen. Because of the journey we have been on, my passion also has spilled over into not only my work life, but also my volunteer…I was excited to recently obtain my firefighter 1 and firefighter 2 certifications, however I still struggle with fears around tight spaces, heights, and fire.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

It’s probably working! My own sister-in-law paid for travel to Hawaii by charging her son’s college tuition (this option, by the way, is no longer available with her card company). When I worked for TWA, and traveled a lot on business, I signed up for every airline and hotel rewards card available. Money Tips'

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Brian. We’re a family of five, including, me, my wife and 3 children: 15 year old fraternal twins and a 12 year old son. We’re a family of five, including, me, my wife and 3 children: 15 year old fraternal twins and a 12 year old son. What inspired you to get debt free?

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

We have some of the best-selling FREE Kindle Books from Amazon here! Working for minimum wage as a dishwasher, Mac is too busy making ends meet to find trouble—that is until a power-player named Frank Gannon approaches him with a job his conscience won’t let him refuse. Food Drying by Kelly Kombs. The Bone Orchard by Daniel Judson.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2017

You knew how to get to work, where to park, when you could break and go to lunch, how much time should be spent chatting with co-workers vs. time at your desk. My son recently started a new programming job. To his surprise, he found they used Apple computers (he has always had PCs at work). Just work to change them over time.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 29, 2012

**These books are all free at time of publication – however, prices can change – please confirm price before downloading. Through the girls’ action-packed adventures as Human Body Detectives, readers learn how the various systems work and which foods best fuel each system. Children’s Book. Historical Fiction.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

Happy Sunday – Here are your FREE Kindle Books for this week! In this book, you will not only gain historical context but also get a glimpse into what it’s like to work within the school system. Most of us have lived our adult lives working more, to make more, to spend more, to have more. Download: An Untamed Land.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 2, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Acadia. 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! My husband works as an architect and I teach art part time at my son’s school. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 28, 2015

After years of worry, expense, teaching and fun you are free of the legal and financial responsibility related to your off spring. After years of hard work, assume you are now in the peak of your earning years and have managed to amass a sizable estate. The recipient should feel free to do with it as he or she pleases.

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 23, 2015

FYI : Shipping is $5 or spend $75+ and get free Shipping (I typed in sleepwear and did ‘low to high’ for prices). But here are some examples : for my son I got : Power Down Sleep LS/LB Tight Fit Orange – $7.99. at Crazy 8 (expires 3/26). They have some awesome sale on all items. even shoes ! Retail Price: $19.88.

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 15, 2011

Get $50 worth of shoes, accessories, and apparel from Shoebacca.com for just $25…and they always offer FREE shipping both ways! I did this for my son and got a great deal on a pair of Converse. Groupon works directly with businesses to bring you money saving deals. Think ahead to Christmas and birthdays.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

I’m fifty years old, married almost 25 years, with four sons of various ages ranging from all grown up to still-working-on-it. ? an illustration I did for one of my son’s books. Eventually, when I was married and working at a library I ordered my own copy of the Complete Tightwad Gazette–and I still have it!

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. We have a 2 year-old son named Henry that we love to spend time with and goof around with. What inspired you to get debt free? I had tried a lot of different things to get out of debt but nothing worked.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 7, 2011

We are working on potty training in our house, and since my son loves Elmo – I was excited to find this deal. That is 58% off, plus it will ship FREE with Amazon Prime (get a FREE trial with Amazon Mom ) or a minimum $25 purchase. Sesame Street – Elmo’s Potty Time is on sale for $5.49 (orginally $12.99).

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