Before I came to India, I pictured saris as special occasion-wear - fancy, nice, and expensive. Now I know better. "Work saris" are sold for as little as 99 rupees (just over $2). Weddings, church attendance, and holidays bring out fancy wear for … [Read more...]
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Frugal Foreigner: In-flight Entertainment for Kids (and Other Airplane Tips)
If you're new to my Frugal Foreigner posts, read all about it here! You can read all previous posts in the series here. I have two kids: a 3-year-old and a 1 year old. They’re adorable. Doesn’t a 14-hour flight with them sound like FUN? Yeah, I … [Read more...]
50 Low Cost, Low-Carb Recipes
Eating healthy doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg, even on a low-carb diet. In this post, I'll share some low-carb meal ideas that are quick, easy, and budget-friendly. Cauliflower Fried Rice: Replace traditional rice with grated cauliflower … [Read more...]
101 Fun Date Night Ideas (For Any Budget)
Sure, dinner and a movie can be fun-- but it can also easily set you back $100. Date night doesn't have to be expensive to be memorable. Challenging yourself to work within a budget for your night out (or in) can result in doing things that get you … [Read more...]
101 Frugal Living Tips and Money Saving Ideas
We all want to squeeze a little bit more value out of each dollar, right? These are some relatively painless ways to save money without sacrificing your lifestyle or standard of living. In fact, some of these tips will actually IMPROVE your way of … [Read more...]
20 Gifts for Women Under $20
Having a hard time finding great gifts for women on a budget? Here are 20 great ideas for under $20: Note: Amazon prices change frequently and can't be guaranteed and can change at any time. 1. "I'm A Mom, What's Your SuperPower?" 12oz … [Read more...]