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Frugal. By Nature.

Start Organizing and Start Saving

By Justin Weinger Leave a Comment

The following is a guest post written by James Lander Couponing.com.  Our modern lives are fast-paced, frenetic, and chock-full of distractions. Eat, sleep, work, play, shop, sell—it’s all too easy to lose control of yourself (and break the bank in the process!) in this wild whirlwind. But if you put a little effort into keeping organized, you can save some serious money and mold your lifestyle into a much more manageable form. Here are some tips and tricks for organizing yourself … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Frugal Living, Organization

Recipe Organization and Meal Planning Simplified

Recipe Organization and Meal Planning Simplified

By Justin Weinger 1 Comment

I love to cook.  Unfortunately, I love to cook complex, time consuming meals.  Additionally unfortunate is that I have many, many activities to juggle. No matter how much you love to cook, time can be a struggle.  And if you don't love to cook (like my husband), you want to spend as little time as possible doing so, right? My go-to answer for any problem is…  Get organized and keep it simple! And so it is with recipes and meal planning.  I have tried a few methods over the years.  I had … [Read more...]

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Getting Back into the Routine after the Holidays

Getting Back into the Routine after the Holidays

By Justin Weinger 2 Comments

photo credit: Randy Robertson I was so busy congratulating myself on how organized I was with all of my pre-holiday-related tasks, that I'm only just now processing the aftermath of the season. I've slacked off on my record keeping.  My paperwork is a mess.  New toys cover nearly every flat surface.  The laundry has piled up.  I've got a binder full of expired coupons, and have I mentioned that I'm tired because I stayed up too late watching a DVD series we got for Christmas? One of the … [Read more...]

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Organization on a Budget: What to File

Organization on a Budget: What to File

By Justin Weinger Leave a Comment

Have you ever struggled with what to keep in your household files?  Ever wonder what a nerdy  Type-A CPA would do?  Well, your wait is over – here is what I file at our house: Bank statements. one for our checking and savings, one file for each of the kids' most recent savings account statements. Budgeting. I have a file for all of our statements for the year. Credit Cards. This file contains confirmations of closure of accounts we have closed and also houses the files for any open … [Read more...]

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Organizing on a Budget: Facing the Spices

Organizing on a Budget: Facing the Spices

By Justin Weinger 5 Comments

I needed the curry and opened the cabinet door.  I sighed.   I knew what was about to happen was my own fault.  The bottles and bags hitting the floor could be totally prevented if only I would get busy and organize this cabinet. I sure didn't want to.  I didn’t want to clean that cabinet for the same reason you shouldn’t give a mouse a cookie.  I know that as soon as this one was all orderly and nice, I will have to take care of the one above the stove, the one in the corner, and the big … [Read more...]

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Organizing on a Budget:  Holiday Decor

Organizing on a Budget: Holiday Decor

By Justin Weinger 1 Comment

Oh, the holidays!  How I love thee! Seriously, I l-o-v-e this time of year.  I love the white snow, the bright lights, the music, the beautiful decorations and it does not hurt that red is my favorite color. Earlier in my adult life, I accumulated A LOT of holiday decorations.  First from craft-type shows, and later on clearance the day after Christmas (times several years).  I put up three trees (a narrow one in the dining room, a larger one in the front window and a real one in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Organization

Organizing on a Budget:  The Medicine Cabinet

Organizing on a Budget: The Medicine Cabinet

By Justin Weinger 1 Comment

Next to planning menus, organizing the medicine closet is one of the best ways to save money, time and tears.  We all know that when you have a crying baby at 3 AM, you will do anything to make it better. Being well stocked in the linen closet helps you be prepared for life's little emergencies. Shopping in advance allows you to look for the best deals, so you save money. Ever paid full price for Children's Tylenol at a convenience store? Frightening. Having what you need on hand … [Read more...]

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