Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

Make it a rule to break your normal routine, so no television, video games or computer time. It’s a great way for them to burn off some energy and you’ll have fun watching them compete at the games you’ve come up with. Game and Movie Day. Choose a day where everyone gets together and plays a board game.

Frugal Life 242

Frugal Life Frugal Kids and Family Inexpensive 242

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2015

I thought it would be fun to have a board game that reinforces thoughts on starting and growing a business. Although I never before had tried to create a board game, I had no doubt I could do it. The year before, after all, I successfully made up a role playing game to reinforce the idea of budgets and household cash flow.

Games 100

Games Making Garage Sale Kids and Family 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 15, 2014

These are the times they will remember, long after they have forgotten who gave them that video game they love to play! Build a bean bag toss game and award prizes to those who hit the hole. Play old time outdoor backyard games. Hold a grandparent camp. Traveling with a grandchild can be very rewarding – and very costly.

Grandchildren 191

Grandchildren Building Backyard Inexpensive 191

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 28, 2014

Living a Frugal Life in the Present with a Mindset in the Past. In our home, we try to minimize our reliance on technology with pay-as-we-go cell phones, no cable television (opting for a Netflix subscription instead), and no video games. Instead, you’ll choose items like cloth napkins and cloth towels.

Green And Frugal 170

Green And Frugal Wellness Washer and Dryer Frugal 170

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 18, 2015

The event features wares from local artists and craftsmen, as well as great food, fun games, and amusement rides. Visit Harrisburg’s City Island , right in the middle of the Susquehanna River, and catch a Harrisburg Sentators game, the city’s AA pro baseball team. Fresno, California — Living A Frugal Life.

Pennsylvania 100

Pennsylvania Museum Ohio Ice Cream 100

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. A third “why” is that saving money is like a game to me. I enjoy playing the game and I like to win. Which is your favorite type of post at the Frugal Girl and why? He’s a cheap date – but then, so am I.

Green And Frugal 180

Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 180