Sep
29
2012

Pooling the Money

Lydia was the first to try out the new threads.

At our 2012 Birthday Bash our kids received individual cards from an old friend from Minnesota, Colleen. She sent $1 for every year of age of our kids. That’s quite the gift for our family: $154.

Apr
19
2012

Why “I Cannot Afford It” Isn’t True

Shoes, or not?

“I cannot afford it,” is the common response, but it’s hardly ever true. And your son/daughter/spouse know it. I propose to you this: claiming you cannot afford something is a whiny excuse for not purchasing it.

Jan
03
2012

Three Principles to Frugal Living

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It isn’t a pretty picture. Yet when we explain specifics of our frugal lives, we get the attention of most parents. They often find it hard to believe we are able to live on such a small fortune.

Feb
07
2011

Poverty: What’s So Bad About It? (Part 2)

Joshua

We refuse to look any poor person in the eye and say, “Your situation is hopeless. You’re miserable. No hope for you.” Poverty is not so bad, and our message should be one that encourages those who desire a better life.

Jan
24
2011

Frugal Shopping and Fruitful Meals (Part 3)

Pickles by the gallon jar

When a frugal family puts good ideas to work, they can save money where others waste. It’s a great and fruitful life in our home with these techniques applied.

Jun
04
2010

Videos for thought

Below are some videos that I think were very well done, combining audio and visual learning skills to keep your attention long enough to debunk a few myths. Covered here are economic myths about motivation, myths about the number of people who support abortion, myths about world hunger and myths about overpopulation. Enjoy, think, and…
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