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Frugal and Energy Efficient Living

Sherman A1

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1. My definition is

Reply to NeoGreen (Original post)

Tue Jun 5, 2018, 08:02 AM

Jun 2018

Getting the best value for my money. As mentioned that sometimes means paying a higher initial price per unit. I have to look at the use of the item and it’s cost to not get by cheap, but also to not overbuy.

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What does it mean to be frugal? [View all] NeoGreen Jun 2018 OP

My definition is Sherman A1 Jun 2018 #1

Mine is also "the most bang for your buck" tazkcmo Jun 2018 #2

Agree with both of you. My husband's cheap, Hortensis Jun 2018 #6

Trading time for money zipplewrath Jun 2018 #3

Making do with what you have, shopping garage sales, and using coupons, not spending money you dont Meadowoak Jun 2018 #4

I've heard a similar sentiment before... NeoGreen Jun 2018 #5