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Fun Freetime: TurfMutt Foundation Predicts “Backyarding” Advances to a Master Level

Motherhood Moments

Our yards have truly become one of the most important parts of our homes,” says Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation and its parent organization the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). “As Raised garden beds eliminate the need to kneel to tend or view plants. Say goodbye to bland yards and parks.

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Friday Links – Garden Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now that the weather has changed, we are getting ready to garden. Parents of students and students- Have you figured out your plans for summer yet? PET Archives : Four Easy Ways to Save on Basic Necessities. You can’t go anywhere without seeing someone biking, walking, or out on a patio. I love it. I am quite excited.

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Less Obvious Things That You Need To Buy Before Moving Out

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I remember when I moved in with my boyfriend out of my parent’s house, I was blissfully ignorant of all of the things I needed to buy. Furniture is a must, but sometimes parents will help out with things of that nature. We were flat broke and thankfully my parents helped us out with some of these things. Cleaning Supplies.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

Family Balance Sheet

” Kids (and parents) get excited about summer trips and activities, so I like to post a family calendar on the refrigerator with all of our summer plans and activities. Once you have a total, you know the amount you need to start saving for and it’s not too late to find the funds. I was an avid gardener for many years.

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Parenting $5/Year & Other $5 Magazines

Saving Cents With Sense

Amazon is offering several magazines for $5 this weekend (through March 6), including Parenting Early Years (1-year auto-renewal). Other $5 Magazines include: Parenting School Years (1-year auto-renewal). Garden Design (1-year auto-renewal). ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC. Working Mother (1-year auto-renewal).

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

Whether you’re trying to save money or just limit the amount of stuff in your life, it doesn’t make it cheap to gift your friends and family ideas from this list. If you have the knack for your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduates, or a family portrait.

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Kids & Parents Magazine Sale: Starting at $3.99

Saving With Shellie

Check out the Kids and Parents Magazine Sale today. Better Homes and Gardens. They have magazine titles for Moms, Dads and Kids. Stock up on your favorites and remember that magazines make great gifts. No coupon code is necessary. Sale is today only 9/8. Some of the participating titles include: Girls Life. Thomas & Friends.