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Could Your Commute Be Costing You More Than You Think?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Many people choose to buy more efficient cars, take public transportation, and carpool in order to reduce these costs. You can alleviate some of those costs with the help of public transportation and carpooling. He missed out on time with his two young sons, and he didn’t have the time he wanted to pursue hobbies. Money Tips'

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Expect More from Your Daughters

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

At the same time, we have to establish different expectations on the home front for our sons and grandsons. We must have the same or similar career expectations for our daughters as we do for our sons. Would it be different than if your son came to you with the same goal? Teach your sons to cook and do laundry.

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Check Out Disney’s Planes: Fire & Rescue New Trailer!

Saving Cents With Sense

I know my son will love it! Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous team, including spirited super scooper Dipper (voice of Julie Bowen), heavy-lift helicopter Windlifter, ex-military transport Cabbie and a lively bunch of brave all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers.

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Are You Planning For Aging in Place?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’ll need to investigate how to get groceries delivered (or use the below transportation option while I can). Transportation. There is an Older Adult Transportation Service available in our area, and we do have a son in the metro and then there are always cabs. And then there is always delivery! What will it cost?

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Are You Prepared For An Emergency?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My son knows that there are two meeting points out (depending on whether he leaves out the front or out the back) in our neighborhood. One of the best things you can do is get a fireproof/waterproof safe that is easy to transport. And, if it is easy to transport, you can take it with you if you have to leave.

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Free Kindle Books: Immortal Plague, Sherlock Holmes at the Varieties & More

For the Mommas

Around the Bend by Rosemary Hines: The carefree days of summer bring an unexpected turn in Michelle Baron’s life when her former student (and the birth mother of their adopted son) returns to Sandy Cove. What is Amber Gamble seeking? How will it affect Michelle and her family?

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How to Learn Frugal Tricks in a New Town

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My husband took public transportation every day, and I drove our vehicle only a few times a week. My husband and I lived in the suburbs of Chicago for the past 14 years. Sure, Chicago and the surrounding suburbs can be ridiculously expensive, but we learned how to cut costs. We learned what grocery stores to shop at to get the best deals.

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