When It Comes to Spending, What Are Your Priorities?

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I’ve just returned from a summer-long road trip, that I’ve affectionately named “tour de family and friends.” After logging 4000 miles in 9 states, I’ve gained some frugal wisdom along with a few pounds! We All Have Different Priorities   What’s important to spend money on for one person may seem ridiculous to another person. … Read more

But It’s on SALE!

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How many times have you made a purchase simply because it was on sale, or it was a deal too good to pass up? Have you ever had a coupon that was about to expire, so you bought something to avoid wasting the coupon? Be honest. Don’t worry, I’m not judging you because I’m guilty … Read more

Frugal Wisdom

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  Trying to live a frugal lifestyle? Print this frugal quote from Dave Ramsey. Frame it. Look at it every day. Be motivated to keep it frugal! Please leave a comment to share your favorite frugal quote.

Go Forth and Be Frugal!

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The definition of frugal according to Dictionary.com… fru·gal 1. economical in use or expenditure; prudently saving or sparing; not wasteful. Synonyms: thrifty, chary, provident, careful, prudent, penny-wise, scrimping; miserly, Scotch, penny-pinching. Antonyms: wasteful, extravagant, spendthrift, prodigal, profligate. 2. entailing little expense; requiring few resources; meager; scanty: a frugal meal. Synonyms: scant, slim, sparing, skimpy. Antonyms: … Read more

Money Saving Motivation!

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I named my blog The Budget Diet because saving money is so much like dieting! Diets require effort. Saving money requires effort. Diets are successful when you change your eating habits. Saving money becomes easier when you change you spending habits. When we go on a diet, we give up some of our favorite foods … Read more