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Growing up in the 1950?s

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

riding lawn mowers, garage door openers and many, many more things we take for granted today. Ours was smaller (about 700 square feet) – 2 bedrooms (my brother and I shared one and my parents the other), a kitchen and a living room, No basement or garage. Most of us did not have air conditioned homes.

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How to Simplify Your Life to Make it Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As you de-clutter your home, consider more than simplifying your closets. What about the old refrigerator in the garage you only use when you have a party? Do you have sports equipment that no one uses or camping gear left over from that one trip you took five years ago? Get Organized'

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50 Best Small-Business Ideas – NerdWallet

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Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order. Even if you don’t have prior video experience, like graphic design, there are numerous courses online that can teach you how to cut and edit video using programs like Adobe or Final Cut Pro.

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Needs vs. Wants

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We got by back then using open windows, fans and attic fans. Two car garages. With the two income household came the need for more than one set of wheels and consequently the desire for multiple garages. Many new homes now have 4. These are things which I believe many of us would consider wants instead of needs.

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