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Living a Frugal Life: Exploring Staycations

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Make it a rule to break your normal routine, so no television, video games or computer time. Geocaching is the new high-tech form of treasure hunting using a GPS-enabled cell phone. Most people get so used to where they live that they forget what local attractions are available to them. Create a Backyard Water Park.

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Would You Live in the Past for Peace of Mind and Financial Well-Being?

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If you’re frugal, you’ll likely take steps to save money such as not using disposable products like paper napkins and paper towels. Living a Frugal Life in the Present with a Mindset in the Past. She washed every plastic baggie she used as well as tin foil and other kitchen necessities to reuse later.

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3 Important Lessons in Living Frugally, But Not Too Frugally

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In fact, it’s easy to lose money in an attempt to be frugal. I’ve unintentionally gone too far a few times, and in doing so, learned valuable lessons about trying too hard to live a frugal life. I spent a lot of time scouring the newspapers and seldom yielded any coupons that I could use. Losing Valuable Time.

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