When summer is in full swing, cold drinks are in order. Don't waste your money on sugar-filled store-bought stuff; make your own delicious drinks for cheap.
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Cold, Frugal Drinks to Keep You Cool in the Heat
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Little Old Lady Recipes: Classic Frugal Cooking
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20 Free (or Really Cheap) Ways to Relieve Stress
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Counterfeiters Beware: Here's How the New $100 Will Ruin Your Day
Scheduled to enter circulation back in early 2011, the new, more secure $100 finally starts circulating today. These are the new security features to look for.
You did WHAT with my SSN?
My bank thinks I should feel comfortable with one of their employees toting around a personal notebook containing my social security number. Should I?
The 5 Best Ear Thermometers
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The 5 Most Dangerous Things Hiding in Your Home Right Now
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The 5 Best Battery Phone Cases
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How to Keep Bread Fresh
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