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I Retired at 55

H&S Adventures, Retired Life
early retirement

It's not just about financial preparedness; meticulous planning is critical both at home and in the workplace.

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By TinaMarie

Thanksgiving Stuffing

Side dish
thanksgiving stuffing

This is seriously the best plant based Thanksgiving Stuffing recipe. Even my non-vegan family can't stop eating this stuffing.

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By TinaMarie

Foot Care—What Happened, What Hurts, and How to Heal

Wellness
pandemic feet

If your toes have been aching or your slippers feel more “meh” than magical, you might be experiencing a little something podiatrists are calling pandemic foot.

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By TinaMarie

Slow Cooker Bread

Household Helper, Thrifty Living
crock pot bread

The gear you need is stuff you probably already have: a slow cooker, a big bowl, a spoon, and some parchment paper.

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By TinaMarie

A Micro Makeover for a Vintage Bathroom

DIY, Home
micro makeover

A micro makeover can be a sustainable choice, taking the approach of beautifying your home using what you already have and making small, impactful improvements.

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By TinaMarie

How to Give Gifts When You Don’t Have Money

Thrifty Living
how to give gifts

Take it from me, in my all my years on this planet, I have experienced highs and lows, so I know a thing or two about gifting on a low budget.

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By TinaMarie

How to Plan for a Low Budget Home Makeover

DIY, Home, Household Helper, Thrifty Living
makeover

I recently turned an empty guest room into a cozy, curated office, craft, hobby, content creation room, by spending very little money and using items I already own.

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By TinaMarie

How to Pack for a Long Trip

H&S Adventures
travel essentials

It's true, sometimes there will be an emergency, but the more you plan, the less chance you will need to make those unexpected purchases during your travel.

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By TinaMarie

Upcycling With Dixie Bell Paint

DIY, Home
upcycling with dixie bell

I added vintage charm to my thrifted cabinet using Dixie Bell paint and products.

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By TinaMarie

How to Blanch Vegetables

Household Helper, Thrifty Living

Blanching prepares the vegetables for freezing. It helps retain vitamin C as it so happens, many of the vegetables that are high in vitamin C are the very vegetables that freeze well.

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By TinaMarie
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