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Meet a Reader | Mid-Atlantic Julia

The Frugal Girl

Last year, to make a little extra cash, I started boarding dogs through Rover, and I am about to start a very very part time job using my RN license for a home care company. How did you get interested in saving money? I grew up with frugal parents so it was ingrained in me from an early age.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? When my brother and I were growing up, our parents didn’t have much discretionary income. I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) That’s not right.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

At this time of year, parents might be looking for a sitter so they can gift shop or attend a holiday party. Part-Time Job. I just ran into a mom from my kids’ school that picked up a part-time waitress job to supplement their income. Babysit or House Sit. Tips, baby!

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Meet a Reader | Jennifer from Arkansas

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? Now-I’m a single parent who works part-time, cares for my elder mother, homeschools & runs a farm. When college was looming, my parents offered to let me live at home cost-free while I was in college, as their contribution to my higher education.

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Meet a Reader | Mbmom11, in the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

I’ve been teaching part time for over 25 years. I like to bake and read, and I spend time chauffeuring kids to activities and games. I volunteer at my kids’ school at lunch time and other events. How did you get interested in saving money? I think I’ve always liked to save money.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

At this time of year, parents might be looking for a sitter so they can gift shop or attend a holiday party. Part-Time Job. I just ran into a mom from my kids’ school that picked up a part-time waitress job to supplement their income. Saving Money - During the Holidays' Tips, baby!

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Meet a Reader | Beth from VA

The Frugal Girl

I currently work part-time from home, mostly behind a computer. The focus was on saving money and resources and living in an eco-conscious way. It was during that time that I came across Kristen’s blog and I loved her voice and practical tips. How did you get interested in saving money?

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