If we teach them respect and respect for property and respect for themselves and respect for our wishes and respect for their goals, then that is really beneficial.
from Rita
Some "economical" hints:
Double recipes and freeze one for later (or to have on hand for a friend in need).
Fix crockpot meals outside in summer heat to keep house cool.
Save unused "return" envelopes to hold items/collections
For small family, buy gallon of milk and freeze half
Turn off computer and accessories at night or for prolonged idle periods
Do laundry in cold water
Set water heater to lowest comfortable setting for bathing
Change furnace filter and rotate mattresses on first of each month
Wear clothing multiple times before laundering
Use automatic or Internet billing to save postage
Use credit card with benefits for all purchases and pay balance every month
Save bread crusts or stale buns for bread crumbs or croutons
