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Living a Frugal Life: Exploring Staycations

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. After your done playing games for the day, make a huge bowel of popcorn and spend the rest of the night watching movies. Be Treasure Hunters.

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

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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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Build Memories and Spend Less on Your Grandchildren this Summer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

These are the times they will remember, long after they have forgotten who gave them that video game they love to play! Make a video documentary on a topic that interests the grand-kids. Get some free video editing software, use a cell phone or camera to record and see what happens! Hold a grandparent camp.