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Board games have enjoyed a bit of a renaissance these past few years. When you were a kid, you probably played Parcheesi, Clue, Sorry, or Checkers to pass the time. As an adult, you might enjoy brain games or outdoor games. (Check out our article on brain games here, or our recommendations for outdoor games … Read more
Recently, there’s been a huge surge in the number of brain training apps, and even physical games, designed to boost your cognitive ability, improve your memory, stall the aging process, and stave off brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia. This is great news because keeping your brain young will only improve your life as you … Read more
We work hard for our money, and it can be devastating to have to pay hundreds of dollars for a dress that we’re only going to wear once or twice. The dress then takes up valuable real estate in your closet, and you’re afraid to get rid of it in case you might want to … Read more
Meal Prepping Ahead of Time Will Save You Time and Money Introduction: The Real Cost of Eating out Constantly It’s no secret that eating out all the time isn’t great for you. Not only is it bad for your overall health, it’s also bad for your wallet. The price gap between cooking and dining out … Read more
Are you stuck in a rut when it comes to going out? Do you and your husband always opt to stay home and watch a movie or is your date night nonexistent thanks to a lack of funds? Date night is important in a relationship, and it doesn’t have to be a budget buster week … Read more
When’s the last time you went to the movie theatre? Sticker shock? Matinee movies in West Palm Beach are $8…yes, that’s for the matinee! Don’t even ask me how much they are in the evening because I’ve never been. So, how does a frugal gal justify going to the theatre? Imagine bringing the entire family … Read more
Budget Cupid is here to help put a little romance in your life for less this Valentine’s Day with 10 cheap date ideas! 10 Cheap Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day Enjoy Chocolate Dipped Strawberries and Champagne by the Fireplace How romantic, just like a scene out of the movies! Take it one step further and … Read more
You don’t need money; you need creativity for a perfect Valentine’s Day! On Valentine’s Day, it isn’t the budget that creates the romance; it’s the intimacy! You don’t automatically have to choose the more expensive options—especially if doing so will hurt you financially. Here are some ideas for creating a fantastic date that won’t empty … Read more
Tickets for a family of four to the circus $200. Tickets for a family of four to a baseball game $100 – plus parking, plus concessions! Fun on a budget? Priceless! 20 Ways to Have Fun for Less Groupon.com is a great source for huge savings on fun things to do in your area like … Read more
You don’t have to spend $180 to make a great first impression! Her name was Katie and she was an exceedingly attractive 24-year-old admissions director in New York City. We’d met at a party of a mutual friend and I was enamored from the first joke until she left with friends close to midnight. Luckily … Read more