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by Guest Posting June 5, 2009

The following is a guest post from my frugal friend, Guest Blogger Susan. I opened the door that leads from the house to the garage the other day and found I LEFT THE GARAGE DOOR OPEN ALL NIGHT!  I calmed myself down and made sure nothing was missing and went to work.  In the lunchroom, [...]

Why I Can’t Afford a $4 Shovel

by Guest Blogger Susan June 3, 2009

The following is a guest post from my frugal friend, Guest Blogger Susan. While I cut coupons, shop sales, make do or make without, and generally live within my means, there are a few things I am happy to pay full price for. Repairs I can’t do myself. I can hold my own when it [...]

Frugal Resources for Affordable Meals

by Guest Blogger Susan May 15, 2009

Note: The following is a guest post from my good friend and frugal guest blogger Susan. While coupons and deals are wonderful, you still have to figure out how to turn groceries in to meals.  This can be a very tricky business.  You can make a most delicious meal only to have your 3-year-old announce [...]

Sometimes It’s Worth It to Pay More for a Trim

by Guest Blogger Susan April 17, 2009

The following is a guest post by frugal friend Guest Blogger Susan. The difference between an $18 haircut and a $30 haircut is not just 12 bucks. A while ago I was in a craft store when I heard someone say “Oh, Susan, Hello!”  I looked up to see a lady I didn’t recognize.  I [...]

How I Live Without the Sunday Paper

by Guest Blogger Susan February 26, 2009

The following is a guest post from my dear, frugal friend and frequent guest blogger, Susan. I used to get the Sunday paper delivered to my house.  Then I did some math.  I was paying the same amount as if I had bought it at the grocery store or gas station.  When I got that [...]