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Kids and Frugal Living started by root*children (2/5/05 at 12:47am)	There's a book called Living Simply with Children that is... 2/12/05 at 9:10pm by newmainer	18	811
I just don't get it! started by stretchmark (1/30/05 at 8:34pm) 1 2	I mentioned in another thread that my husband and I have not... 2/11/05 at 5:51pm by ladywolf	20	1,125
Natural Living Cheap started by snugglebug14 (2/7/05 at 10:48pm)	also learn how to sew, even if it is just a seam. If you want... 2/11/05 at 4:53pm by bikruca	10	791
We have cut our grocery budget into half started by stretchmark (2/9/05 at 12:24am)	(no title) 2/11/05 at 1:05pm by Ruthla	6	508
Help me start getting control over our money started by bikruca (2/9/05 at 2:25am)	I think it sound great. Basically, as long as it works for... 2/10/05 at 11:54pm by shelbean91	11	614
How do you define a Living Will? How do you write one? started by loftmama (2/8/05 at 7:15pm)	Yep, Loftmama, You've got me pegged. I'm a second year Law... 2/10/05 at 9:00pm by Belleweather	4	718
Ethical Will started by loftmama (2/10/05 at 8:17pm)	I was calling this by the wrong name. I think, please correct... 2/10/05 at 8:17pm by loftmama	0	204
Sustainably Responsible Investments started by loftmama (2/3/05 at 11:57am)	Thanks! Thanks! Thanks! Still researching. 2/10/05 at 7:20pm by loftmama	16	526
Watch Frontline this week on Credit cards started by Amys1st (2/1/05 at 6:57pm)	gonna check it out! 2/9/05 at 6:45pm by Pam_and_Abigail	8	410
Mindfull Train -- closed started by sovereignqueen (1/31/05 at 3:16pm)	ok, this train is now closed but people are welcome to start... 2/9/05 at 6:12pm by sovereignqueen	17	381
Cutouthunger.org? started by quest4quiet (2/9/05 at 3:50am)	I do! And I like the fact that its FREE! Unlike the grocery game. 2/9/05 at 6:04pm by sovereignqueen	2	374
Self-Employed started by chickadee79 (2/2/05 at 2:11pm)	Thanks a lot for your replys. It helps to know others have... 2/9/05 at 3:26pm by chickadee79	10	575
Eyeglasses - I need AFFORDABLE! started by Kari_mom (1/30/05 at 10:02pm) 1 2	I hate to admit that I got my glasses at a place I detest, but... 2/9/05 at 2:25pm by shayinme	20	575
Can you make a mistake doing your taxes with turbo tax? started by loving-my-babies (2/4/05 at 12:09pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by loving-my-babies ok what I don't... 2/9/05 at 2:15pm by AnnMarie	35	2,636
Help me get over the Gap started by sweetfeet (2/3/05 at 6:38pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by sweetfeet Oh and dharmamama they... 2/9/05 at 9:29am by dharmamama	26	698
Couponers -- how do you organize your coupons? started by sovereignqueen (2/3/05 at 1:51pm)	I have a portable file system (with 13 slots) and I organize... 2/9/05 at 1:00am by mommy2chloerae	6	264
1 chicken 6 meals started by nym (2/8/05 at 8:16pm)	Nym, That's what I do, it is great. I have a great chicken... 2/8/05 at 10:16pm by hlkm2e	2	243
Where do you find your coupons? started by mightymoo (2/8/05 at 4:10pm)	I also rarely see coupons for organic/natural products. I also... 2/8/05 at 7:37pm by CallieA	2	201
I got a letter from the IRS- I am being audited! started by JoyAnne (2/3/05 at 6:47pm)	my parents had a really, truly awful experience with the IRS... 2/8/05 at 7:11pm by loftmama	9	2,372
Is 520$ a year too much for coffee? started by stretchmark (2/6/05 at 4:14pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by stretchmark when you factor in... 2/8/05 at 6:36pm by Alkenny	18	589
Frugal Nursery Decorating Ideas?? Any1?? started by Nu_Mommy_2003 (2/3/05 at 9:30pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by LaughingHyena Lots of ideas here... 2/8/05 at 6:25pm by Rainbowbird	13	549
Do you use online coupons? started by mightymoo (2/8/05 at 4:12pm)	.. Quote: Originally Posted by chalupamom Do you mean like... 2/8/05 at 4:25pm by mightymoo	2	189
I need some free entertainment!! started by thistle (1/31/05 at 7:42pm)	Well, this isn't exactly free entertainment, but I believe it... 2/8/05 at 12:36am by EmsMom	9	380
Frugal "treats" for us moms? started by mykdsmomy (2/5/05 at 4:37pm)	There is a craft shop/ice cream parlor/tea room business... 2/7/05 at 12:08am by Jennisee	13	547
Where do you get your coupons? started by Spookygirl (2/5/05 at 9:40pm)	Coupons in the paper can be hit or miss. You can go weeks w/... 2/6/05 at 11:49pm by Jennisee	3	328
cheapy valentine's day ideas? started by nitemarehippygirl (2/1/05 at 6:13pm)	How 'bout a heart-shaped cake? All you need is a square 8 in.... 2/6/05 at 7:04pm by MaggiesMom	9	479
what is on your monthly shopping/necessity/household list? started by mykdsmomy (2/4/05 at 2:02am)	Let's see.... We use: *paper towels (only used when I'm way... 2/6/05 at 5:48pm by Ruthla	10	511
Need water saving ideas started by sweetfeet (2/1/05 at 12:48pm)	All the things we do have already been mentioned: -low flow... 2/6/05 at 4:58pm by MaggiesMom	11	487
Partners and Financial Responsibility started by khrisday (2/3/05 at 12:57pm)	no- we both suck He had the finances because he was supposed... 2/6/05 at 12:08pm by khrisday	19	628
Alternatives to CCC? started by annettemarie (2/1/05 at 8:02pm)	mine told me to let them know if I receive any such notices... 2/5/05 at 7:37pm by heket	6	527
DMPs (Debt Management Programs) started by heket (2/1/05 at 12:24am)	We're using Care One Credit www.careonecredit.com 2/5/05 at 5:43pm by heket	10	1,209
Coupons on Ebay started by annettemarie (2/5/05 at 2:06pm)	The only coupon I ever sold on ebay was a % off to Bath and... 2/5/05 at 4:37pm by sovereignqueen	2	240
Will and Living Wills - not sure where to post started by loftmama (2/3/05 at 12:28pm)	We did all this last spring. It was pricey, but we got a will,... 2/5/05 at 12:57am by philomom	9	240
Deal Alerts started by splendid (2/2/05 at 2:17pm)	Well, this would only be applicable to people who shop at... 2/4/05 at 11:57pm by Jennisee	3	336
Wherehouse stores or grocery game?? started by mykdsmomy (2/2/05 at 7:23pm) 1 2	I think you can do well either way (grocery vs. Costco), but... 2/4/05 at 8:07pm by Evan&Anna's_Mom	29	910
Dollar store anyone? started by boysrus (2/2/05 at 1:24am)	The only thing that I go to the dollar store for are these... 2/4/05 at 5:23pm by sweetfeet	15	488
Help! Need to find info. started by Momma2LiamandTara (2/4/05 at 2:37pm)	Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2/4/05 at 4:33pm by Momma2Liamand...	3	205
Describe Your Frugal Lifestyle started by Cloth4Colin (1/30/05 at 3:39pm) 1 2 3	Fallen tree branches sound great - unfortunately - I have no... 2/4/05 at 2:41pm by AdinaL	42	2,745
Buying clubs/co-ops? started by dharmamama (2/1/05 at 6:53pm)	[QUOTE=dready*mama]Rebecca~ Have you thought about just doing... 2/4/05 at 10:17am by Rebecca	9	347
What's your Household Budget? started by khrisday (1/30/05 at 1:14pm) 1 2	We have ~100 a week for groceries and misc. stuff...sometimes... 2/3/05 at 7:04pm by mrsfatty	29	1,160
Frugal birthday present for 2 year old (Oops-1 year old!) started by leomom (1/31/05 at 12:16am)	Fun! And I bet I could find a lot of that stuff at the Dollar... 2/3/05 at 4:13pm by leomom	15	848
Any other Mary Hunt and Cheapskate Monthly fans here? started by Treasuremapper (2/3/05 at 1:12pm)	Lots of interesting articles and links here:www.stretcher.com 2/3/05 at 2:11pm by queen bee	1	282
OrganizedHome.com started by aisling (1/30/05 at 7:41pm)	THANK you for this site! This is one I"ll definitely be using!!! 2/2/05 at 5:29pm by Persephone	8	962
Poll: On a tight budget? started by NorCal Mama (1/5/05 at 3:58pm) 1 2	I spend $60 on food and other things for 2 of us. And if I am... 2/2/05 at 7:32am by meco	31	1,576
Cheapest DSL? started by MamaMonica (1/31/05 at 10:31pm)	Well, here's the depressing situation: since we have Verizon... 2/1/05 at 10:55pm by MamaMonica	6	247
Afraid of increase in income- I know, weird! started by MsMoMpls (1/31/05 at 1:03am)	. 2/1/05 at 10:30pm by mightymoo	7	405
Color Wonder started by leomom (1/31/05 at 8:43pm)	..I don't know if they are cheaper, but I know I've bought... 2/1/05 at 10:11pm by mightymoo	3	283
Could we have a Frugal Living Forum? started by root*children (1/14/05 at 1:41am) 1 2 3…6	Right here!http://www.mothering.com/discussions...play.php?f=311 2/1/05 at 7:34pm by aisling	107	2,687
help Please started by mraven721 (2/1/05 at 3:33pm)	I use Quicken. Its a pain to set up but once its done its... 2/1/05 at 6:50pm by Amys1st	1	259
decorating started by rainbowmoon (1/30/05 at 3:02pm)	wow so many ideas! I am loving hearing about everyone's frugal... 2/1/05 at 12:29pm by rainbowmoon	18	859