Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Rising prices are affecting everyone’s bank account, and groceries are leading the way. Everyone is trying to figure out how to save money on groceries! Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly, and that’s before inflation. And I promise you that I do feed them–lol!

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Some people see traveling as a luxury, but I see it differently. My mother died when I was young, leaving my Dad with three young girls to provide for. He worked hard and was gone a lot, but somehow, he always took us on a yearly vacation. This time with him was so special to me, and I’ll cherish those memories forever.

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Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

In these tough financial times, I guess lots of people are looking for new ways to tighten their belts and save money. I think the trick is to find ways that save you cash without denting your lifestyle very much. No one likes the feeling that they’re deprived or being resentful that they have to do without.

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Swap Saving Money Money Tools 218

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

I mean, really tough. How can you accomplish this, especially when the prices are rising? Well, I can tell you a number of ways to save money on household expenses. You just need to put them in practice. You just need to put them in practice. Saving on Grocery Bills. Do the same for books.

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Saving Money Money Bills Insurance 222

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

I want to make sure we have time to squeeze everything in and the funds to do it all. To help you plan your summer, I have added TWO summer freebies to my subscribers’ only page: a 2022 printable summer calendar and a summer budget spreadsheet. Put it all on the spreadsheet and list a projected expense.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Home and Garden 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

These psyc tips are from an investment book first published in the early 1960′s “ Build a Fortune in the Stock Market” by David L. I thought it would be fun to take a peek back and see if they are still applicable in the 21st century! Don’t Rely On Your Memory. Markstein. Don’t Be Over Optimistic.

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Psychology Economy 2008 At&T 203

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 17, 2016

School has started and I now have a 4th grader. I get a letter telling us parents that kids are now going to use tablets in the classroom for a few free educational Apps. I will be honest with you all, I am probably the only parents out there in this world that did not buy a tablet for my kids to use. I finally gave in.

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Electronics Education Buy Buying 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 14, 2011

Where I work, everyone seems to have jumped on the iPad craze. And why not? I mean, they are REALLY cool. For a long time I coveted those iPads. I’d see a coworker using one and I’d start to drool (a la Pavlov’s dog)! And then it happened… I had a chance to buy an iPad for only $325. What?!?!?!?!,”

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Buy Buying Money Flashes 191

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Have you considered buying one too? Or maybe, you’re wondering what exactly is everyone talking about? . We are extremely busy with activities and homework during the week, so I took the plunge, because I need to simplify my meal planning and prep. What size slow cooker do you regularly use?

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Buy Buying Cooking Appliances 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2011

If you pay full price, you are probably being taken. Americans historically have not haggled for better prices on most items. We go to the nice clean supermarket where the prices are individually marked and pay that price. We get the satellite bill and pay the price on the statement.

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Haggle Haggling Price Discount 202

Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

A Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School report underscores research detailing why gamification is proven to work, noting, “The most prominent categories of persuasive feedback involve goal setting, overcoming challenges, providing feedback on performance, reinforcement of positive behaviors, comparing progress and social connectivity.”

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Healthcare Motivation Goals Health 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Looking for ways to save money on groceries? Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly. Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast. This list is a massive round up of my best tips that I have shared over the years.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 26, 2022

A Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School report underscores research detailing why gamification is proven to work, noting, “The most prominent categories of persuasive feedback involve goal setting, overcoming challenges, providing feedback on performance, reinforcement of positive behaviors, comparing progress, and social connectivity.”

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Health Motivation Healthcare Goals 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

I’m a saver, always have been. My grown kids are also savers and I have high hopes that the grandchildren will follow their example. To learn to live within your means is one of our primary family money values. Something I did around their age (one is 9 and the other 12). Back then I had a passbook.

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Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Saving In Akron

APRIL 11, 2012

Here are your FREE Kindle Books: Pray What God Says. Selfish or Selfless: Which One Are You? What About Love? I Forgive You: Why You Should Always (The Path of Forgiveness). What most religions don’t tell you about the Bible. Remember, you DO NOT need a Kindle to download this book.

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Free Phones Simple At&T 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 21, 2012

Do you always have your reusable bags at the ready for your next shopping trip? But what else could you be doing to green the rest of your lifestyle? How about spending a few bucks on small items that make a big eco-impact without breaking the bank? A store brand or Heinz will do, and it costs just $2.50

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Green Electronics 7-Up Office Supplies 201

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

I first heard her story on the Dave Ramsey show. The segment was so inspiring that I reached out to her to see if she would participate in the Debt Free Stories series. I was thrilled that she said yes, and I’m super excited to introduce her to you. What do you and your spouse do for a living?

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Debt Debt Free Bath and Body Works Gas 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

This week I am reminding you all about those special people in your life- your family. This past weekend I headed out west with my husband, brother, and his girlfriend to help my parents move into their new house. It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. How about you?

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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

You know you can’t depend on the schools to teach them what you think they need to know. What Can Young Children (up to age eight) Learn? What Can Young Children (up to age eight) Learn? One of the most important concepts for your child in these years is to learn to trust. Birth to Age 3. Make change.

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Money Parenting Kids and Family Gasoline 187

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2015

What do you do for a living? What are your hobbies? Boring I know, but I’m a home body so it works for me. I love photography, archery, yoga, reading self-help books, taking spinning classes and being with my friends and family as much as possible. What kind of debt was it? I had $50,784.35

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Debt Credit Cards Debt Free Student 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

It is not only possible to spend gobs of money on your little rug rats but also gobs of your time. We spoiled our children and we apparently are even more intent on doing so with our grandchildren! I only remember staying with them once without parents around. Why are we boomers more involved?

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Grandchildren Grandkids Kids and Family Parenting 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 6, 2016

I’m always on the look out for investment books I haven’t yet read. I pick up a lot of them at garage sales for 25 cents to a $1. One I obtained in that manner is “The Sound Mind Investing Handbook” by Austin Pryor. What are some of the methods used for investing?

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401K Money Emergency Fund Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 12, 2014

Most likely they are just trying to avoid liability and cover their you know whats. What YOU need in YOUR asset allocation model may well be very different from their generic recommendations. I’m keeping my allocations. I’m keeping my allocations. I bought stocks and a few bonds.

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Money 401K Bank Banking 170

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 9, 2014

Hurry and download your FREE copy of The Promises of God: Discovering the One Who Keeps His Word by R. Sproul shows how God—the one true Promise Keeper—always keeps His promises. Drawing from his expansive theological background, Dr. Sproul addresses questions such as these: How do we know that God will fulfill His promises to us?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Since there seems to be so much in the news lately about credit cards- the good ones, the bad ones, the ugly ones, the fee free ones, the reward ones, the secured ones, etc. I figured I would talk about credit cards as today’s theme. I promise you it will be worth your time.

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

If any of you have seen me host carnivals before you know that I like to add in some funny clips about personal finance for your enjoyment. Well, this time I have done it again and put together some good laughs for you to enjoy on your Monday morning. Each clip corresponds with one of the blog posts included this week.

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Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 5, 2015

What do you and your spouse do for a living? What are your hobbies? I am a stay at home mom to 3 kiddos and a cockapoo named Otis. My husband and I own our wedding photography business called Blue Vinyl Photography that we have been running together for the past 5 years! What kind of debt was it?

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Debt Debt Free Finds Finance 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

What’s not for them to love? Also, my husband and I have a few home projects that we would like to accomplish. Summer fun needs to be planned and a lot of it comes at a cost, so NOW is the time to start mapping out your summer. Need some summer cash? 8 Summer Date Night Ideas – Need a sitter?

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2019 Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family 124

Couponing 101

JULY 3, 2013

Hurry and download your FREE copy of Hope Stands: Ten Reasons Why You Must Not Give Up by Samuel Kee (reg. Have you ever found yourself searching for one good reason to go on? We always have a reason to go on. You are never without Hope, so long as one person is standing up for you!”. what''s the use?

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Debt Living Debt Free Debt Free Giving 61

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Name of Product: Laughing at Wall Street Book. Price of Product: $24.99. Description of Product: “$20,000 to $2 million in only three years— the greatest stock-picker you never heard of tells you how you can do it too. The book was easy to read and an enjoyable glimpse into the world of personal finance!

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Giveaway Personal Finance Finance 2007 92

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

Right after Christmas 2009, I made a batch of this bread and it was tasty, but for some reason I put the book back on the shelf and actually forgot about it. Right after Christmas 2009, I made a batch of this bread and it was tasty, but for some reason I put the book back on the shelf and actually forgot about it.

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Bread Ovens Pizza Baking 159

Couponing 101

AUGUST 20, 2013

Vertical Church: What Every Heart Longs For, What Every Church Can Be by James MacDonald (reg. Though exceptions do exist, the reality is that church in America is failing one life at a time. Vertical Church points to a new day where God is the seeker, and we are the ones found. If God is Good: Why Do We Hurt?

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Free Computers Entertainment Discount 80

Couponing 101

JANUARY 28, 2014

You can reach for instant motivation and insight on a daily basis or soak it up in one reading. Jesus in the Present Tense: The I AM Statements of Christ $2.51 (reg. If God is Good: Why Do We Hurt? Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary on the Whole Bible 99¢ (reg. Forever $1.99 (print price $14.99)!

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 19, 2014

If you are looking for Summer Reading Programs to keep your kids occupied this summer, I have a big list of 14 different Summer Reading Programs for you. Girls can make a decorate a pretty bookmark inspired by American Girl activity books. Kids can earn a FREE book after they read eights books and log them on the reading sheet.

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Kids Pottery Barn Library Chuck E Cheese 107

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

What is the Lord’s Prayer? Sproul writes, Jesus’ intent was to give His disciples a model prayer, an example to follow, one that would teach them transferable principles for conversation with God. The Prayer of the Lord is an eye-opening journey, one that reveals new vistas in familiar terrain.” Sproul (reg. $12)!

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Free Printing Student Converse 68

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We are also working on planning our trip to Asia. There is a risk of a flood here this spring so we are working on getting our house prepped. We will be away at the time the risk is the highest so we are working on getting our furniture in our basement propped up on blocks as well as running dehumidifiers. Watson Inc.

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February Debt Finance Personal Finance 113

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

6 Reasons Why You Need Amazon Prime & How to Get it for Free. I asked in the SWS Holiday Survey how often and where you shop online. Amazon Prime is a great way to get all the best of what Amazon has to offer at an easy to swallow price of $79 per year. Here are the 6 Reasons Why You Need Amazon Prime : .

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