The Term “Cheap” Is So… Well… Cheap.

I’m a pretty normal person. Married, mortgage, one child. But I have a dark secret. I’m thrifty.

I’ve clipped coupons, taken surveys, shopped at scratch-‘n’-dent groceries, and even dived into dumpsters. I’m by no means the tightest wad out there, but while I’ve never really pinched a penny until it screamed, I’ve certainly taken great pleasure in making one whimper on occasion.

I am a thrifty person. Just don’t call me cheap.

I’m doing this blog to share the best ways I’ve found to save money, to save effort, and to get stuff for free. If any given entry I write makes you roll your eyes and go “Well, duh,” then congratulations! You’re thrifty too, and probably internet-savvy as well.  I’m trying to do this for everybody, especially people who may be jumping on the thrifty bandwagon for the first time due to recent economic unpleasantness. So join me on my gently-used magic carpet ($35 on Craigslist, and I only had to have it cleaned twice to get rid of all the cat dander), and let’s go on a thrifting adventure! Bring small bills. Your debit card carries too many hidden charges, but that’s a different post.