Frugal & Simple Living

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Frugal & Simple Living

Frugal living isn’t about going without—it’s about making the most of what you have, living with intention, and finding joy in a simpler way of life.

Frugal Living Friday: Giving Tuesday and the Heart of Generosity

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Frugal Living Friday: Finding Balance on Black Friday

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Faith, Family, and Frugality: Preparing a Homemade Thanksgiving

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Frugal Living Friday: Saving on Groceries by Eating Less Meat

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Frugal Living Friday: 7 Practical Ways to Spend Less and Live More Intentionally

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Frugal Living Friday: Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half With These 4 Strategies

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Frugal Living Friday: 7 Ways to Simplify Your Life and Save Money

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Frugal Living Friday: How to Negotiate Anything

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Homestead Living as a Family: How We Involve Our Kids with Purpose

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Frugal Living Friday: Minimizing Your Laundry Costs

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Frugal Living Friday: 10 Things That Are Better to Buy Used

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Frugal Living Friday: Decorating Your Home for Fall on a Budget

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Frugal Living Friday: The False Obstacles to Frugality

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Frugal Living Friday: 3 Tips for Living Well Beneath Your Means

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Frugal Living Friday: The Frugal Way to a Healthy Diet

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Frugal Living Friday: 7 Expenses You Can Cut Right Now

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Frugal Living Friday: How to Build a Minimalist Wardrobe and Save Money

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Frugal Living Friday: Fun and Frugal Screen-Free Activities for Kids

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Frugal Living Friday: Contentment with Less

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How Can a Written Budget Benefit Your Family

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How Can Menu Planning Benefit Your Family

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How to Paint a Fireplace Mantel

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Frugal Living Friday: Summer on the Homestead

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Frugal Living Friday: Mealtime Made Affordable

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Simple, natural ways to support wellness—learn how to make teas, tinctures, salves, and more with herbs from your garden or pantry.

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Simple methods for canning, freezing, fermenting, and storing food to enjoy every season’s bounty.

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Frugal & Simple Living

Save money, waste less, and live well with budget-friendly ideas rooted in self-reliance.

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Stories, support, and shared wisdom from neighbors, gatherings, and life lived in relationship.

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