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

Motherhood Moments

Whether it’s adding Greek-themed elements and plantings to the backyard because a homeowner adores Mediterranean vacations, or adding quality furniture, a deluxe fire pit, a covered outdoor kitchen, or luxury seating with heating – more backyards will transport people to lush experiences that feel a world away. Yard maintenance grows smarter.

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13 Ways to Make Your Existing Car Greener and Avoid Buying a New One

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I previously wrote about how I was saving money on gasoline just by driving the speed limit but for this post I wanted to share many more tips on how to make your own car more green and eco-friendly without you having to spend a ton of dough on a new hybrid this year. Change your oil regularly.

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The High Cost of Speeding

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks. Gasoline waste costs. How to Save Money on Transport Costs. You enjoy the ride less. To summarize, the costs of speeding include: Speeding ticket cost. Your time costs. Increased auto insurance costs.

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Sustainable Living Traits To Pass On To Your Children

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

So how to do we pass along our ideals and actions to our children without forcing it on them? Teach them how to recycle household items like plastic bottles, aluminum cans, paper, etc. You can even reward them with extra allowance with the money saved on gasoline and car upkeep. What kinds of things have you tried?

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Are You Planning For Aging in Place?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We have a one story ranch home of around 2300 square feet located on 6 acres within 4 miles of stores, medical care, entertainment, gasoline stations and more. Some things are evident, but to really come up with a long term plan, I went on a search to see how to plan to age in place. Transportation. How convenient will it be?

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Ways for Busy Parents to Teach Young Children About Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If Daddy’s late or Mommy’s out of town on business – talk about what your spouse does, why they have to be late or out of town once in a while and how family uses their salary. If they don’t use lunch money, talk about how their lunches are paid. Buying gasoline.

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How To Drive Green And Save On Gas Mileage

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you drive 5 mph over sixty mph, you can be wasting up to 31 cents of gasoline. How to Save Money on Gas. In the past, I have often encouraged many of you to find alternative sources for transportation in an effort to. Besides being safe, not speeding can help you save money on fuel as well. High gas prices got you down?