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Five Frugal Things | when it feels pointless

The Frugal Girl

I packed my lunch and my coffee for my weekend clinicals This past weekend, our “clinicals” were just at college, doing simulation and paperwork. Anyway, I packed a little lunch both days this weekend: a peanut butter and honey sandwich on whole wheat bread, plus an apple, red pepper slices, and a granola bar for a snack. (I

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How We Frugal-ed in September 2022

Family Balance Sheet

I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to help us get through current higher food and gas prices and achieve our big financial goals. I like to reuse them for lunches/snacks. Some months are more successful than others. My Frugal Shenanigans! Everyone just grabs want they want for the day.

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Plan a Staycation or Vacation in Harrisburg, PA

Family Balance Sheet

With gas prices inching closer to $4 in many parts of the nation, a lot people are staying close to home this summer for their vacation. Picnic lunches and food are not permitted inside the park. Or maybe they are traveling to visit and stay with family members or friends to avoid a hotel or rental property.

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How to Save Money When Traveling

Saving Everyday

Lunch menus usually have the same menu items as the dinner menu but with smaller/more realistic portions and lower prices. Gas stations and airports are money traps! Pack lunch! figure 1) A list of nearby gas stations with current prices will appear. You can also download and check apps like Gas Buddy.

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Walt Disney World Parking + What You Need to Know

Saving Everyday

Don’t worry about driving off-site for gas. Currently, there are three Speedway gas stations on Disney property, all of which are open 24 hours and offer competitive gas prices: Across from the Disney Springs area. Our Favorite Lunches at Disney World. Located between Hollywood Studios and the Boardwalk Inn.

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One Month of Spending Zero

Couponing 101

We had Chicken Tortilla Soup one night (one of the above mentioned freezer meals) then they were turned into chicken tacos for lunch the next day (after straining off the broth), and then combined with cheese, rice (cook the rice in the broth!), Repurpose Leftovers My husband is very skilled at repurposing leftovers.