Frugal Living NW

Helping you live well on a budget in the Pacific Northwest.

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I'm Angela Davis, a PNW native, mom of lots of kids, and I love saving money. I'm here to help you live well on a budget by making every penny count. You'll find deals at your local stores, ways to save online, recipes, and frugal living tips and inspiration.

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ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas movie schedule

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If you have ABC Family through your cable or satellite TV company, here are all the movies scheduled to air during ABC Family's 25 Days of Christmas. The shows start airing on December 1 and go through Christmas Day. Thanks to Raining Hot Coupons for the list! All links go to Amazon where you can read through the movie description and purchase the show on DVD, Blu-ray, or Amazon Instant Video. Monday, December 1 (4:00–5:00 PM ET/PT) JACK FROST (1979)(5:00–6:00 PM ET/PT) Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town(6:00–8:00 PM ET/PT) National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation(8:00–10:00 PM ET/PT) ELF (10:00 PM–12:00 AM ET/PT) The Santa Clause (12:00–1:00 AM ET/PT) Keep Reading

5 Family Traditions to Start Today

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Guest Post by Susan Heid Studies show that traditions are quite important to family happiness.  In fact, family rituals encourage children's social development, boost feelings of family unity and help provide connection and predictability, which people--especially children--crave. What we do as a family are our traditions and help define who we are. It’s what makes your family different from another; what makes your family special.  Traditions are an easy way to strengthen your family and create lasting memories. Don’t miss out on the benefits traditions can have in your family by waiting for a special occasion.  Here are 5 everyday family Keep Reading

Starbucks: BOGO Fall Drinks from 2-6 pm through 9/21

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Starbucks is offering BOGO Fall Drinks from 2-6 pm starting today through September 21, 2014. This offer is available at participating stores only (it may not be offered at the grocery store and Target huts -- ask before you order in those locations). Fall drinks include: Salted Caramel Mocha Pumpkin Spice Latte Teavana Oprah Chai Looking to make your own espresso drinks at home? Check out our list of beverage recipes here! Keep Reading

Oregon Zoo Discounts: Buy One, Get One FREE admission after 2 through 9/30

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Oregon Zoo Discounts Through September 30, 2014, get Buy One, Get One FREE admission after 2 pm on weekdays. Just ask "Zoo After 2" discount at the gate! You can use the discount to enjoy tomorrow evening's Sunset at the Zoo (8/20). Find more information about this promotion here. This discount is not offered during the Second Tuesday promotion on September 9. Looking for more Portland Family Fun? Check out these local resources! The Ultimate Guide to Portland Family Fun — A gigantic list of affordable, family-friendly activities, events, and attractions in Portland Pacific Northwest Summer Fairs & Festivals — A huge list of Oregon and Keep Reading

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