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How to Save on a Rental Car
I don’t have to use a rental car often, but when I do I try to save as much as possible. There are ways to save on rental cars and knowing how to save on the rental can help you put a dent in your vacation budget. I’ve put together a list of ways that…

Save money by using reusable products
When my oldest was 8 months old I started using cloth diapers so we could cut the costs. At first I was so nervous about it. I didn’t know if I could make that switch and be able to stomach the cleaning of the cloth diapers and the smell ( which is not as bad…

How to Make a Monthly Budget: A Beginners Guide + Budget Plan Sample
Budgeting can be intimidating and stressful. You are questioning how to make a monthly budget and wondering if your budget is enough for what you need. The hardest part of creating a budget is the actual creation of the budget. Facing the reality of your spending and where it is going is the most stressful…




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Hey!!!! I am Melissa! I am a mother and wife that loves to live frugally, spend time with my family and help others. I think love goes a long way and respect goes even further. I am real on this site because life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. You’re not alone through all this and I want you to feel right at home. Join me in the ups and downs of frugal life and raising a family in a time where choosing the right isn’t always popular.