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Category: The Frugal Life

Frugal Living – Focusing on tips and strategies to save you money in all aspects of your every day life.

by Ruth Ann - November 22, 2019

Best Prices On Produce & Meat + Top Coupon Deals – Nov 22

Here is a round-up of some of the best advertised prices on produce & meat this week in Atlantic Canada. The top stock up deals on other items will be shared here as well. ★★ Help us make this a weekly resource: If you see or hear of a deal in your area, please comment

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by Ruth Ann - November 21, 2019December 5, 2019

Christmas Lights of Greater Moncton

With Christmas right around the corner, houses are being decorated inside and out. Some people have a few strands of lights, while others go all out.  We have compiled a list of all the bigger or unique (one of a kind)light displays in the Greater Moncton Region. The list was compiled on our Facebook page

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by Ruth Ann - October 30, 2019November 7, 2019

Rainy Halloween Ideas – Events, Activities & Costumes

It's not the first time there has been some rainy weather forecast for Halloween. Each time this happens, there is a scramble on the interwebs of parents asking for indoor trick or treat options, costume ideas, or other ways to make Halloween fun and special when the rain is dampening our spirits. Over on our

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by Ruth Ann - September 29, 2019September 29, 2019

Frugal Family Meal Plan – 7 day plan

Inside: 7 day Family Meal Plan based on the Atlantic Canadian Sales Flyer for most major retailers. We asked on our Facebook page last week if you want a $25 menu with 5 supper meals, or a 7 day menu with Suppers and ideas for lunch and breakfast as well. So here we go, our

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by Ruth Ann - September 25, 2019

Meal Prep and Planning Basics

  Inside: Step by step tips for family meal planning and prep. We share how to make a list of your favourite meals, collect recipes, check what you have on hand, check sales, pick meals, shop, and prep ahead. We always function so much better as a family when I take the time to meal

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by Ruth Ann - September 20, 2019October 8, 2019

Frugal Meal Plan Sept 20 – Family Meals On A Budget

What's for supper this week? How about 5 supper meals for a family of 4 for under around $25? That is my goal when creating these meals plans each week. The goal is to inspire you to find frugal and filling options for your family. You may spend a little more or a little less,

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by Ruth Ann - September 9, 2019

Food Safety During A Power Outage

Inside: Tips and guidelines for how to preserve food during a power outage. How long is food good? What do you keep and what to throw out? and more. Whether it's a hurricane, snowstorm, planned outage or a freak accident, we all will experience a power outage from time to time. We are sharing some

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by Ruth Ann - August 13, 2019August 13, 2019

Adventures with Star Wars and Minecraft – Clayton’s Week at Snapology Camp

There are so many options out there for summer camps and activities. Most require planning months in advance and committing to a week or two of full days. There are sports-based and outdoor-based camps, and there are activity or interest-based camps.  Then There Is Snapology When I met with Deji, owner of Snapology Moncton, to

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by Ruth Ann - July 18, 2019October 2, 2019

Garlic Marinated Pork Roast or Chops – Freezer Friendly

  Prepping freezer meals is such a time saver and in the summer it is life-changing. In the summer months, we tend to get off schedule more with fewer routines in place, and that is when popping into the grocery store or fast-food restaurant happens. If you take a little time once a month, to

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by Ruth Ann - July 16, 2019October 2, 2019

Chicken & Bacon Chowder – Keto / Low Carb Freezer Meal

Chicken & Bacon Chowder - Keto / Low Carb Freezer Meal Prepping meals, especially freezer meals, keeps me on track with eating home-cooked meals and meals that fit our lifestyle. No running to the frozen food at the grocery store to pick up a pizza, or grabbing fast food.  This recipe is a slow cooker

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