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Frugal Living
Handling Frugal Setbacks
Posted Thursday, August 25, 2011 - 12:57am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

One important aspect of living a frugal lifestyle is being good stewards of what we have. If we can take care of something, we don’t have to replace it as often, which saves money! Read More »

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On a Budget
Back-to-School on a Dime
Posted Sunday, August 21, 2011 - 7:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

I knew it was coming. This year's school supply list was a little longer. At the very bottom was those two little words: laptop computer. Yes, my fifth grader will be using a computer at school so... Read More »

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Avoiding the Back-to-School Money Pit
Posted Monday, August 15, 2011 - 10:11am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

I suppose it starts in July. The advertisements for back-to-school products seem to start earlier each year. Everywhere you look, you are bombarded with the latest and greatest trends for school. I... Read More »

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Frugal Living
For the Love of Thrifting
Posted Friday, August 5, 2011 - 12:25am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Well it's no secret that I LOVE saving money and finding a great bargain. But my favorite way to do so is by shopping second-hand. Garage sales, thrift stores, consignment, flea markets - I love them... Read More »

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Frugal Living
Waste Less with a Little Water
Posted Thursday, August 4, 2011 - 3:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Frugal people have a natural tendency to stretch their resources as far as possible. Reducing waste, in any form, will ultimately save money. It is also an important aspect of being a good steward... Read More »

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On a Budget
Frugal Entertainment for Kids
Posted Tuesday, August 2, 2011 - 3:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Two of my boys (ages 2 and 4) spent over 40 minutes the other day playing with nothing but pinto beans and various kitchen containers, which reminded me of an important concept that we often forget... Read More »

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"Storage Wars": Trash or Treasure?
Posted Monday, July 25, 2011 - 12:54am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Each and every day I get in my car to drive somewhere, I am sure to pass a storage facility (or three). Storage units are big business, with new ones often popping up in growing areas. I have never... Read More »

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DIY Projects
DIY Fruit Fly Trap
Posted Thursday, July 14, 2011 - 8:10pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

It never fails. Summer arrives and my kitchen is swarming with uninvited guests – fruit flies! Before long, they are multiplying around my bananas. Of course, a clean kitchen and covered trash help... Read More »

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My Top Money Management Books For Moms
Posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - 11:17am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

I have been an avid book reader for as long as I can remember. As a child, I would get "caught" with my nose in a book when I should have been sleeping. Nowadays, I am lucky to find time to... Read More »

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Frugal Living
Living Without Paper Towels
Posted Thursday, July 7, 2011 - 1:05am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

It has been almost five months since paper towels have graced our home, and I can honestly say I do not miss them! I remember putting our last roll in the kitchen and telling my husband to, “enjoy... Read More »

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