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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts?

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Meet a Reader | Lina from Germany

The Frugal Girl

What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? Of course, due to my upbringing, I was used to getting along with little money. But I had a few years where I really enjoyed that I could spend more money without thinking a lot. Another thing I splurge on is stays in hotels.