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i pick up pennies

i pick up pennies

http://ipickuppennies.blogspot.com

It's never easy to pay down debt. But it's particularly hard when two people are living on under $40,000 a year.

That's my situation. We're paying down $12,000 of debt, even on our limited income.

I talk about frugal hacks I've found, getting by financially, avoiding frugal burnout and often just social commentary or day-to-day life observations.

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  • It\'s the new math!

    Posted on Monday November 9th, 2009 at 10:20

    According to Tim, we got a free Xbox 360 this weekend. Did we actually? Not even close.Our old console had been making some rather ominous sounds lately. It made quite a racket when it ran, but we had gotten used to that. The last week or two, though...

  • How much is appropriate?

    Posted on Friday November 6th, 2009 at 22:20

    It seems that I'm not the only one in the blogosphere thinking way too much about the holiday season already. I've already read several posts -- yes, I am FINALLY caught up on the blogroll that accrued in my absence, thankyouverymuch! -- about holida...

  • Freebie Friday

    Posted on Friday November 6th, 2009 at 05:45

    Freebie Friday is brought to you by The Freebie Blogger. Check the site daily for information about sales, discounts and, of course, freebies.Free Sun-Rype FruitSource Bar at GNCFree Quick and Thrifty Crochet eBookGarnier Skin Renew Free SampleKirkla...

  • Sometimes it\'s just dumb luck

    Posted on Thursday November 5th, 2009 at 16:47 in frugality, saving money

    I work hard at being frugal whenever possible. With some vigilance and careful planning, it's possible to save a lot of money. It's not easy, and most of us work hard to live a thrifty life.Sometimes, though, you just luck into things.Tuesday was one...

  • The most dangerous time of the year

    Posted on Tuesday November 3rd, 2009 at 22:13 in holiday, consumers, spending

    We're not even all that close to Thanksgiving yet, but I'm already worried about Christmas. This culture makes me sad sometimes.That said, I have reasons to be thinking about this stuff.My mom needs plenty of time, since she tends to cash in rewards ...

  • How much WILL you treat?

    Posted on Saturday October 31st, 2009 at 17:53 in holiday

    It's the big day folks. Next to Christmas, I'm betting this is kids' favorite day. You get to wear special clothes AND get candy? Pure heaven! (Although this begs the question: How did it become such a grand old tradition to send our kids out into th...

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