Nowadays, you can get good information and advice through your trusted network. If you have a couple hundred friends on Facebook and you're looking for advice on a particular product, there's a good chance at least one or two people would be able to offer feedback. This is more valuable than feedback on review sites or product sites, which can often be fabricated or influenced. I definitely advocate using your social networks in situations where it makes sense.
Wikipedia is a great place to start or get an overview. Anyone interested in the facts needs to dig around in as many sources as possible and question them all-- not just Wikipedia.
Having fun on a frugal budget is pretty simple for me! I go to the library and get great books and movies as well as informational and educational series. Walking is a great way to get some excercise and take in the sights. Instead of going to traditional theaters, I'll go to indie or old movie houses. Most times they're much cheaper than the regular theaters and it's a pretty cool experience as well. Of course, you have to do your research in terms of what's happening in your city or town. Stop. Smell the roses. Live in the moment.
I have two ways that I count as frugal fun. I love to read, so I can spend hours at my local library finding new authors and then checking the books out to take home to read. Also, our local libraries have used book sales quarterly, so I attend the sales and pick up books for around $1.00 each and bring them home for hours of enjoyment for very little cash.
Emily, thank you for that link to the poll - very helpful. Also, another teacher just gave me a verbal request: Hand-sanitizer and boxes of tissues. Practical!
I love volunteering at our local no-kill shelter --playing with the kittens/cats and puppies/dogs. I also like reading books from the library or thrift store, walking my dogs, doing inexpensive crafts, and watching streamed netflix stuff and red box videos.
My boyfriend and I host Game Nights, usually for a group of six, at your house. Five or six hours of pure entertainment from Settlers of Catan, Cards Against Humanity, and Bang. On top of that, sometimes we make pulled pork sandwiches and serve them to everyone for less than $20!
I would like more deals on electronics and apparel. I subscribe to the RSS feed. Really enjoy reading the tips and articles. Has given me a lot of insight! Thanks!
I know it sounds silly, but exercising has actually become a great and basically free (if I don't count running equipment) hobby for me. If I'm bored I can usually go for a run outside, or do free yoga videos online.
Nowadays, you can get good information and advice through your trusted network. If you have a couple hundred friends on Facebook and you're looking for advice on a particular product, there's a good chance at least one or two people would be able to offer feedback. This is more valuable than feedback on review sites or product sites, which can often be fabricated or influenced. I definitely advocate using your social networks in situations where it makes sense.
I would be interested in more grocery/food item deals since I buy those things regularly (and try to cut back on most other things!)
Wikipedia is a great place to start or get an overview. Anyone interested in the facts needs to dig around in as many sources as possible and question them all-- not just Wikipedia.
Having fun on a frugal budget is pretty simple for me! I go to the library and get great books and movies as well as informational and educational series. Walking is a great way to get some excercise and take in the sights. Instead of going to traditional theaters, I'll go to indie or old movie houses. Most times they're much cheaper than the regular theaters and it's a pretty cool experience as well. Of course, you have to do your research in terms of what's happening in your city or town. Stop. Smell the roses. Live in the moment.
Meg, my 87-year-old Auntie makes these every year. I love them!
I am a subscriber and I would love to see more deals on kids toys
My husband like to cuddle (PG-style) in the living room.
I am a subscriber and I would love a rewards system you use that would be cool
Go to all the free community events, like arts at night.
I have two ways that I count as frugal fun. I love to read, so I can spend hours at my local library finding new authors and then checking the books out to take home to read. Also, our local libraries have used book sales quarterly, so I attend the sales and pick up books for around $1.00 each and bring them home for hours of enjoyment for very little cash.
We go for a walk, host a potluck, attend church events, or read a book!
Check out the free programs at the library. Adult and kids programs, hobby groups and lots more.
Remember, no one will give you a loan to fund your retirement.
Agreed. We are kicking things around!
Emily, thank you for that link to the poll - very helpful. Also, another teacher just gave me a verbal request: Hand-sanitizer and boxes of tissues. Practical!
We utilize public parks and free museums.
I love volunteering at our local no-kill shelter --playing with the kittens/cats and puppies/dogs. I also like reading books from the library or thrift store, walking my dogs, doing inexpensive crafts, and watching streamed netflix stuff and red box videos.
My boyfriend and I host Game Nights, usually for a group of six, at your house. Five or six hours of pure entertainment from Settlers of Catan, Cards Against Humanity, and Bang. On top of that, sometimes we make pulled pork sandwiches and serve them to everyone for less than $20!
I would like more deals on electronics and apparel. I subscribe to the RSS feed. Really enjoy reading the tips and articles. Has given me a lot of insight! Thanks!
I love great deals!
Cooking in and reading (library or borrowed books). To get out, we go for a walk in the park.
Rent a movie and stay home with chinese takeout. Perfect!
Camping!
I know it sounds silly, but exercising has actually become a great and basically free (if I don't count running equipment) hobby for me. If I'm bored I can usually go for a run outside, or do free yoga videos online.
We love to rent movies for free from the library. Add in a homemade dinner with chocolate fondue and it makes for a cheap romantic evening