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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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Saving Money
Last Minute Fourth of July Savings Tips
Posted Thursday, June 30, 2011 - 1:40am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Food, friends, fireworks and the Fourth of July. What better way to celebrate the birth of our country? Each year, our family typically drives downtown for the big city fireworks show. But this year... Read More »

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Saving Money
Green Your Home for Less
Posted Wednesday, June 29, 2011 - 12:34pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

I have a passion for green. Saving green and living green. But let's talk the other green - plants. I absolutely love plants, trees and flowers of all sorts. Green makes me happy! Several years of my... Read More »

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Activities
How I'm Surviving Summer Without Losing My Mind
Posted Sunday, June 19, 2011 - 7:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Believe it or not, my children have already been out of school for nearly a month. This week, it hit 100 degrees here in Texas. So needless to say, I am already knee-deep in the trenches of summer... Read More »

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How-To
How to Save Money on Printer Ink
Posted Thursday, June 16, 2011 - 1:26am by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Free printable coupons are more available than ever before. Chances are, if you are new to the world of couponing, your printer is getting a hefty workout! I am often asked by readers how to save... Read More »

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Frugal Living
Natural Weed Control Tips
Posted Tuesday, June 14, 2011 - 3:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Everyone wants a garden without weeds. Rather than using poison, there are many methods that can work to control your weeds more naturally. Manually Remove Your Weeds This is a rather obvious way to... Read More »

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Saving Money
Get Fit for Summer on the Cheap
Posted Monday, June 13, 2011 - 1:03pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Paying for a gym membership is right up there with an expensive coffee habit in my frugal book - it's a luxury, not a necessity. So my idea of getting fit for summer does not include a monthly fee.... Read More »

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Frugal Living
DIY Summer Beauty Survival
Posted Tuesday, June 7, 2011 - 7:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

Summer, in all its blazing glory, brings with it a number of potential beauty dilemmas. Sunburns, insect bites, dry and brittle hair, along with plenty of SWEAT, of course. You can stock up on a... Read More »

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Frugal Living
Developing Your Frugal Skills
Posted Tuesday, June 7, 2011 - 3:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

There comes a point in your quest for a more frugal lifestyle where the same old tools just aren’t enough. Coupons of course, are a given. Meal planning is just smart. What happens when you are ready... Read More »

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On a Budget
Frugal Summer Vacations
Posted Sunday, May 29, 2011 - 7:00pm by Alyssa Francis
Alyssa Francis

I recently priced a family cruise, just out of curiosity, and nearly fell over. Frugal, they are not. Making summer vacation plans is not easy while on a budget. Especially since we are a family of... Read More »

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