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[6 Jun 2008 | 8 Comments]
What’s so magical about the Magic Kingdom?

photo by RogerBarker2

Did I miss something? Is it some sort of rite of passage to visit Disney World? I went when I was 10 years old, and I don’t remember it being magical. Not that it wasn’t: I just don’t remember. My trip to Washington, D.C., left a more lasting impression. Yet many parents believe they have to take their children there at least once. Or what? If you don’t, …

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Frugal Cooking »

[5 Jun 2008 | One Comment]
Try something new and save money, too

photo by cynicaloptimist

You don’t have to serve beans and rice every night to keep dinner low cost. Consider cooking a tender roast or whole chicken. They lend themselves to tomorrow’s dinner of light stir-fry, all-in-one casserole, “break-from-cooking” sandwiches, an ethnic meal or hearty soups. Or you can balance your food budget by serving thrifty dinners during the week and more expensive meals on weekends. Another option is to serve more …

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Frugal & simple living, Frugal Home & family, Question & Answer »

[2 Jun 2008 | No Comment]
Stockpiling saves cash, time

DEAR SARA: What is the purpose of stockpiling? I just got to wondering why people stockpile. And yes, I know this sounds like a silly question, but I am just very curious. Is it in case of an emergency? Is it so you don’t have to drive to the store every week? Or is it just to stock up on things that are on sale to save money? — cokencaptgirl, …

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Frugal & simple living, Reader Frugal Tips »

[1 Jun 2008 | 3 Comments]
Spending that saves money

photo by Cindy Funk

Spending money to enhance frugal living might seem like backward thinking, but there are items that can help you save money. Consider them smart spending. If you have a favorite item you’ve bought that helps you save money or makes you money, let me know.
Here are some items my frugal readers rave about.
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