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How To Re-use Common Items

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower.

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Q&A | frugal mental health, “why did you get a cat”?, and phones for kids

The Frugal Girl

If you’re a regular around here, this will not be anything new, since I frequently share my coping mechanisms in posts here. ? Therapy ($$$) If you’re going through a really tough time, it might be worth it to pay for some professional help. He just used it for youtube, Google, Facebook Messenger Kids and taking pictures.

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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

Today we’re meeting an Oregonian who does an impressive amount of homesteading. Tell us a little about yourself! My husband and I live in the Willamette Valley in Oregon with our three kids, ages 4-6. My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids.

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Easy Ways for Parents to Exercise with Kids

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I had difficulty fitting in work outs when I was with the kids during the day, and after the kids were in bed, I was usually too tired to want to work out. I told myself that when the kids started school I’d have more time to exercise regularly. Now the kids are with me all day. Using DVDs to Exercise with Kids.

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Tips for Choosing Age-Appropriate Video Games for Kids

Koupon Karen

In this blog post, we will provide you with some helpful tips on how to choose age-appropriate video games for kids, so you can feel confident in your child’s gaming choices and ensure they have a safe and enjoyable gaming experience. Choosing age-appropriate video games for kids is a crucial step in ensuring their safety and enjoyment.

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How to Successfully Work from Home with Kids

Couponing 101

And if you’re working from home for the first time while also trying to care for your children, that learning curve may seem insurmountably steep. For instance, if you know you work best in the morning before your kids are awake, you might want to set an earlier start time for your day. Make Sure Your Kids Have Plenty to Do.

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8 Valuable Life Skills to Teach Your Kids During Quarantine

Couponing 101

Learning about math, science, English, social studies, and other school subjects gives kids the foundations they need, but when focusing on academic subjects, some life skills may be overlooked. With kids at home, now is the perfect time to teach them some of these often overlooked skills that can help make their lives so much easier.

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