frugality

If you're a child of The Great Depression, frugality is a lifestyle that you're familiar with, but the popularity of blogs like The Frugal Girl and Divorceddadfrugaldad are punctuating the idea that frugality is a wise approach to life that's here to stay. These blogs also show us clearly that frugal living isn't necessarily devoid of quality nor abundance.

Many people equate frugality with being cheap or stingy, so it's important to understand that being frugal reflects a keen awareness of the value of money. It's understanding what your hard earned money is capable of buying. It's the opposite of being wasteful.

Frugality is a way to avoid debt, and Enemy of Debt seems to sum up this attitude quite well. Being frugal also supports accumulating wealth. Avoiding debt and accumulating wealth are two things that are very healthy for your personal financial situation. To stay on top of your financial game, there are those out there that recommend you cultivate a mindset of frugality and make it part of your lifestyle.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “frugality”

• Another nominated blog: Frugal Family Fun

  
  Dewey's Treehouse — Authority: 430
  Nominated for Best Thrifty Homeschooler: Frugal Family Fun . Ive linked to this blog before, but its one of those places that has something so cool every time I look at it--currently felt ravioli, denim handwarmers, and Calico Critter carriers--that I dont mind mentioning it again (heh, even though were nominated ...
  14 hours ago

• Hows Your Personal Economy?

  
  DIVORCEDDADFRUGALDAD.COM — Authority: 130
  Interesting question, right?  The economy is a mess, but you have a personal economy of your own.   What do I mean? We all have income, expenses, savings, and investments -- our personal situation that is or should be under our control. My personal economy is good.   Yes, it could be better, but isnt as ...
  19 hours ago

• 4 Tips for Avoiding Extra Spending Just Because You Have a Coupon

  
  Personal Finance Blog by Money Ning — Authority: 614
  Coupons, coupons, coupons. Gotta love those savings . It’s a safe bet that most of us who read this blog love coupons. We routinely check our newspapers for special offers, and we refuse to make purchases without searching for discounts because we are very careful with our personal finance. I like coupons and ...
  20 hours ago

• Easy, frugal gifts for babies and young kids

  
  Living Well on Less — Authority: 124
  If you watched the adorable slideshow I posted Friday, then you know that I have five nieces and nephews ages 6 and under. With that many kids on your list, Christmas can easily become overwhelming. Last year, I cashed in MyPoints on a $50 Amazon.com gift card and bought toys for all of them. But it was exhausting ...
  21 hours ago

• Creative Cleaning with Everyday Products

  
  Get Rich Slowly — Authority: 672
  This article is by GRS staff writer Adam Baker. Baker recently shared an in-depth video example of how you can save $521 when booking airfare online . Recently my 19-month old daughter managed to get her tiny hands on a ballpoint pen. Normally, this wouldn’t have been a major event. This time was different. ...
  21 hours ago

• Scandinavian Rosette Cookies

  
  Mom's Cafe Home Cooking — Authority: 127
  Its that time of year where Im looking for a few new things to add to my gift baskets for gifts from the kitchen. As promised here is one of the cookie recipes I tried out. Now I do have to point out these are one of the most frugal cookies I have come across. They are made from 5 low cost ingredients and despite ...
  21 hours ago

• Delayed Gratification

  
  Two Frog Home — Authority: 124
  I had a little time last week before a class I was teaching, so I decided to stop in the thrift store.  I needed a new pair of jeans as my last pair (which were hand-me-downs) have completely given up.  I’d put off going shopping for a while because it’s not my favorite thing, but I really need some new ...
  1 day ago

• Christmas Lights — Get The LED Out

  
  The Non-Consumer Advocate — Authority: 127
    The following is a reprint of a previously published column. Enjoy! As the Non-Consumer Advocate, I usually recommend for people to buy used or not buy at all. (I follow  The Compact, a buy nothing new movement.) But I am going to break from my normal stance and suggest a new purchase: LED Christmas ...
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• Lead us not into Temptation

  
  Canadian Personal Finance Blog — Authority: 512
  No not another Sunday post, just a post about the perils of Temptation . As I gaze upon the basket of candy a co-worker brought in (so she didn’t have candy at home to tempt her), I really think the root of most problems with life is temptation and an inability to say NO to the things we know we should say NO to. ...
  1 day ago

• What State Are Dreams In?

  
  SLEEP Online Magazine - The SLEEP Blog - All about SLEEP, SLEEPING, and SLEEPINESS — Authority: 127
  Dreams have drawn various conclusions. Some say they are subconscious states while others claim they are a parallel straight of awareness. Others call them an emotional state drawn from what we have already encountered prior to sleep while others call it something as an omen. Which is which? There is no specific ...
  1 day ago

• Eat More Beans: Lentil and Sausage Stew

  
  Modern Gal — Authority: 492
  I have been trying to incorporate more legumes into our diet, and hubby’s favorite (and he generally likes beans) is lentils. They’re so good for you, with lots of soluble fiber, folate, iron, and protein.  I like lentils too, especially to make since they don’t have to soak beforehand and arequite versatile.  ...
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• Some deals and steals

  
  Kentucky Kate — Authority: 415
  In case any of you havent hit up your local Kroger yet, there are some pretty cool deals this week. My favorite tonight was on General Mills Cereals. If you buy four, you get four dollars off, on top of the sale price. I came away with Multigrain Cheerios, Quaker Oat Squares and Total Cereal for $1.50/box, which ...
  1 day ago

• Dollar Store Deals

  
  Tight Fisted Miser — Authority: 415
  Due to my recent move I needed to acquire a few household items.  Being a Tight-Fisted Miser I didn’t want to pay any more than necessary for them.  Therefore I checked out the dollar store and was able to find a few things I needed there. The best deal at the dollar store is probably the shower curtain.  It is ...
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• Frugality Is the New...Hey, Stocks Are Back! [Recessionomics]

  
  Gawker — Authority: 864
  The Way We Live Now: Frugally. Frugality is the new "Buzzword," for both rich and poor! It makes rich people sound good, and for poor people...well, its necessary, really. Doesnt mean you cant be fabulous, though! The rich, we mean. Dow Jones Hits 52-Week High! Dow Jones Hits 52-Week High! Dow Jones Hits 52-Week ...
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• Handmade Gift - Bath Tea - You Can Make!

  
  Blue Castle — Authority: 411
  During the next few weeks, I will be sharing some creative ideas for handmade gifts you can make for the people on your gift-giving list this Christmas.  Ive got some fun projects to share, so check back often. I came across this in a magazine awhile back, and filed it away, as I often do with ideas I find that I ...
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• Couponing Makes Cents

  
  Consumerism Commentary: A Personal Finance Blog Since 2003 — Authority: 636
  Over the next couple of weeks, six finalists will be auditioning for the opening of “staff writer” at Consumerism Commentary. Each will be providing two guest articles to share with readers. After the six writers have shared their guest articles, readers will have an opportunity to provide feedback before we ...
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• Couponing Makes Cents – Consumerism Commentary, personal finance …

  
  The Wealthy Soul — Authority: 153
  The latest Carnival of Personal Finance is online at Broke-Ass… Honda Hybrid at $10000: According to the Japan Stock Blog (the original source is.. View post: Couponing Makes Cents – Consumerism Commentary, personal finance …
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• Osage Garlic

  
  SOUTH CITY MUSINGS — Authority: 127
  I grow very little in my yard that my family eats--we have narrowed our selections down over the years. We grow tomatoes that sometimes are abundant and other times (this year and the cool summer) disappointing. Our jalapenos, once again except for this year, are faithful and easy. Basil, thyme, parsley, some crazy ...
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• Frugality Is Not Black & White

  
  Frugal Hacks — Authority: 458
  Writing about frugality is trickier than it looks. Theres always someone who has more/less or spends more/less. Few consumer commentaries satisfy both. Does your family income (or expenses) fluctuate? Ours, too. What makes good financial sense one year may not be the right strategy for the next. When we were ...
  1 day ago

• DDFDs This Week Last Year (#12)

  
  DIVORCEDDADFRUGALDAD.COM — Authority: 130
  Each week, I provide a recap of posts that appeared here one year ago.  Here are the posts for this week: Have You Winterized? How to Get Free Credit Reports Blog Review: Zenhabits.net No Posts Yesterday . . . Firewood Posts Revisited ...
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