An Ode to Free Stuff
Pinching pennies did not used to be cool. Of course, I pinched pennies for the sheer pleasure of doing so. Even when I was in a position to have to worry about anything financially, I was frugal on a daily basis.
Now, though, pretty much everyone is pinching pennies. Frugality is the new frivolity. Even with gas prices coming down at the pump, there is a collective expectation hat things are only going to get worse. I’m not the only one with a renewed love for coupons, sales, promotional pens and free trials. I’ve been brushing my teeth on the sample tubes we had saved up from dentist visits for over 6 months now. Not buying toothpaste is a small savings, but it feels good to know I’ve found even a small way to cut back on spending.
And so, as we approach Christmas and that time of year where we all seem to spend more when it comes to gift giving, meals, vacations, and winter bills, I know we are all going to be on the lookout for all things free. I know I will.
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