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08-19-2006, 10:42 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Iowa
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-cut dryer sheets in half
-hang clothes up to dry (outside or hang a string in your house, shower rods work too)
-plan meals around sale ads, price match, buy as much of your list at Aldi's
-don't eat out
-use the library (movies, books, magazines, story hour)
-walk to your errands if they are close enough
-shop clearance sales, consignment stores, goodwill, garage sales
-free layaway at walmart
-angelfoodministries.com
-use conditioner as shaving cream
-start a pantry--stock up on items when they are on sale, ie ketchup and condiments around the 4th of july and superbowl times,
-programable thermostat (when we are not going to be home the air is set at 80)
-open up the windows and use ceiling fans if not too hot outside
-free printable coloring sheets on line
-find free entertainment in your area (concerts in park, library activities, play at park)
-shop at discount bread store
-before you head out the door, stop and look at your list, ask yourself do I really need to go buy these things. don't spend money or gas if stay at home
-keep a change jar
-recycle pop cans if option available to you
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