Every month when my electricity bill from Central Maine Power comes in the mail, I suffer a mild heart attack. I remember the days when my grandfather would talk about his $20 a month bill and here I am getting one for $90-$120. I hate it. But what can I do to lower my bill?…
Tag: frugal living
Frugal Maine Mentioned on Podcaturday!
Early last week I called the Podcaturday hotline and left a voicemail message for author James Melzer who is marrying my BFF Jennifer Hudock tomorrow afternoon. (Congrats you two!) Yesterday, during the newest installment of Podcaturday, my voicemail was played. Unfortunately, that meant the whole world could hear me break into tears as I discussed…
Cheap Eats: Angel Food Ministries
Angel Food Ministries may be the food solution for you and your family! As I’ve stated in a previous post, many Maine residents are struggling on a day-to-day basis to feed their families. With the rising cost of food prices, a budget of $200 doesn’t go far. While some families have the ability to allot…
Frugal Maine Has Arrived
After much internal debate with myself, I finally decided to launch this site, despite the nagging voice in my head telling me that I really don’t have time for it. I think that pesky voice is scared of failing. Actually, I know it is. Well, too bad!! I’m tired of letting that little voice hold…