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Guest Contributor: Andrea Schmutz, USU Extension Assistant Professor   Amid the current COVID craziness, there are a few things that remain certain: summer is winding down, our kids continue to grow up, and they’re probably going to need some new clothes for school. As the start of school rapidly approaches, are you asking yourself, “Do I really have to spend a lot of money on clothes when they are just going to outgrow them before they wear them out?” Guess what? You don’t! Here are five simple ways to clothe your kids without breaking the budget:
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GUEST CONTRIBUTOR: ANDREA SCHMUTZ, USU EXTENSION ASSISTANT PROFESSOR   I recently saw a quote on a sign that said, “Gardening: it’s cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes.” I chuckled to myself and pondered the implied message. With spring in full force, it’s a perfect time to consider growing a garden and reaping the following SIX benefits:
GUEST BLOGGER: CHRISTINA PAY, USU EXTENSION ASSISTANT PROFESSOR   May is the month for remembering those who nurture, with a day set aside that singles out and honors them. Showing appreciation to your childcare provider is one of those days. And, really, shouldn’t there be a day set aside for the person, who other than your family, may be the most important person in your child’s life? Much of the time what they do goes unnoticed. You can change that unnoticed status to noticed and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are five ideas that will get you thinking about the best way you can honor your child’s care provider this month.
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Resources originally complied by Carrie Johnson, Ph.D., AFC®; Extension Specialist NDSU Extension. Adapted by Amanda Christensen, AFC®; Extension Associate Professor. Are you hoping to do more reading this year? Do you want to learn more about finances but aren't sure where to start? Here are a few of my favorite suggestions! Expand your mind and your wallet with these awesome financial education books! Get the whole family involved. There's books for kids as well as books for you in this video! After you read them let me know what you think! Enjoy!
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