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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Wow - there are some seriously cheap people out there.[/quote]

Frugal isn't the same as cheap.[/quote]
I used to buy all my kids clothes from the thrift store. I would look up on craigslist for clothing, furniture, everything
Price compared every item on the shelf in the grocery store
On Halloween, I would always cook the pumpkin that was used for decoration
Take my own food to work, but occationally spend
I used to knit my kids their sweaters, even learned to sow once

Sometimes I would buy discount coupons to stores from e-bay, bought some used brand name items from there as well. Always cooked meals, never did take out or restaurants. Movies was a rare occation.

Then I got sick of it and started spending. Now I am thinking of going back to my old ways. The over consumption of our society is out of hand.

And yes, I think being cheap is the same as being frugal. [/quote]

No. Frugality and cheapness both save you money, but the intent and philosophy behind them are different. Frugality involves a conscious and prudent use of funds in an attempt to get the most out of your money while still living a full life. Being cheap focuses on spending the least amount of money possible and often going without, even when doing so negatively affects your quality of life.

A cheap person will buy the least expensive pair of shoes that he or she can find, regardless of quality, and wear them even if they are uncomfortable or develop holes. A frugal person will research the best pair of shoes for their need and their budget, invest in the highest quality they feel they can afford, and take care of them properly so they last a long time.

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