Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. If you can’t afford a car, use public transportation. Our parents and grandparents were ‘green’ before green was cool. Store food properly to make it last as long as possible.

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Every year, I saw people in the malls on December 23, rushing around and cursing under their breath because they didn’t have any ideas of what to get their husbands/wives/kids/parents, and the stores were sold out of every feasible idea. This not only saves money, but also removes the stress and puts the fun back into it.

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Holiday Kids and Family Christmas Saving Money 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

This week I have included some movie clips of the 10 best movies about money and what they taught us. Kim McGrigg presents Small ways to save big on major purchases – Money Management posted at Blogging for Change. Fred Lee presents Top 5 Inexpensive Ideas for a Parent-Toddler Date posted at Parenting Squad.

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Frugal Movies Finance Bills 150

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Sunrise with my daughter at Lake Michigan Our son is now 15, and about 25 hours into his private pilot’s license, which he’s funding by earning money working for my father-in-law. C with Finn, my parents’ dog Our daughter is 12, and very into the arts and science. How did you get interested in saving money?

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Adults are spending money on more than just costumes for their kids and treats for the neighborhood tricksters too. According to some reports, it has become North America’s second biggest holiday (read that as second most commercialized and expensive). 2015 estimates of amount spent per house hold is around $70 – $75 dollars.

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Halloween Thrift Stores St. Louis Thrifting 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

We as parents are usually the first and primary source of their learned behavior, even as they grow into their teenage years. You can even reward them with extra allowance with the money saved on gasoline and car upkeep. Public transportation can also be a great alternative depending on the area and your comfort level.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2015

Perhaps you are too young to think about that, but if you are reading this, I bet your parents are not! I’ll need to investigate how to get groceries delivered (or use the below transportation option while I can). Transportation. Where will you live when you grow old? I’m not. And then there is always delivery!

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Son Transportation Finance Home 100

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 29, 2016

Hancock Fabrics : Teachers and homeschooling parents can receive 10% off their in store purchases with a Red Apple Card from Hancock Fabrics. Panera Bread : Planning a parent-teacher conference or school meeting? Home & Hardware: Use these teacher discounts to save money on your next home purchase, repairs, paint, and more.

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Discount Giving Storing Education 124

For the Mommas

MAY 21, 2011

Dunkin’ Donuts card : Parents can use the gift card to try out the new Blueberry Waffle Breakfast Sandwich. The Winner will also receive limousine transportation for up to four (4) individuals to and from one (1) concert within 150 miles of the Winner’s home. Nothing exciting to do? Kiddos in bed? to Colorado (Ends 7/8/11).

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Prizes Denver Gift Cards San Diego 45

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Smart money moves for your business Grow your small business with tailored insights, recommendations, and expert content. By offering a variety of subject areas to parents in your neighborhood, you’ll quickly build a client base eager to pay you for your help in achieving the best possible academic results.

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Real Estate Re-use Podcasts Work 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Sometimes we choose to walk, but we no longer need to do so as a means of transportation for the most part. We have to make a special effort to exercise, even sometimes spending money to do so. percent) were headed by two working parents and another one in four (26.1 percent) were headed by a single parent.

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Food and Drink Parenting Kids and Family Eating Out 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 1, 2014

Today a poor person in America probably has access to electricity, telephones, food, indoor plumbing, central heat and public transportation. Dad grew up on his parent’s farm with a wood stove, an outhouse and kerosene lamps. 16 Ways To Save Money On Your Energy Bill This Summer. Money Tips' My Mom grew up in St.

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St. Louis Plumbing Flowers and Plants Kids and Family 176

Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Taking a cue from the past , I prepare seasonal foods while they are in abundance — in order to conserve time and money, as well as to store away delicious treats for future enjoymen t. On top of that, you are keeping your money within your own community. Unlike grain and corn feed, grass requires no fossil fuel for transport.

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