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Surviving the Soccer Sidelines

September 26, 2013 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

It’s soccer season here in the Northeast!  I come from a family of soccer players–all my sisters and I played soccer in the youth leagues, middle school and highschool–so I just love that Buddy is a soccer player. He’s still in the recreation leagues for another year, and most of the parents hang out during… Keep Reading

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Bar Cheese Recipe

September 6, 2013 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

Can you believe we are already back into football season?  And football means tailgating, parties and food!  Actually to be honest that is the only part of football I really enjoy–but Yankee Bill enjoys an occasional game and of course we love to head on over to friend’s houses to watch some of the big… Keep Reading

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Greek Cream Cheese at Walmart

April 24, 2013 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 11 Comments

Yup, you read that right. GREEK cream cheese!  Walmart just started stocking this product and asked if I’d be willing to try some and write a post about it.  I am always up for trying new foods, and I really like cream cheese so I figured what the heck! The supplier was incredibly generous on… Keep Reading

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Review: Craft Gifts for Christmas from Walmart

December 12, 2012 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

I like to give craft gifts.  Maybe it’s because I enjoy crafting so much myself.  Maybe it’s because it is creative and hopefully will force the recipient to put down the electronics and do something with their hands.  Maybe it’s because I don’t have to worry about the size. Regardless of why, craft gifts are… Keep Reading

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Dibs On My Ribs!

July 20, 2012 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

Nothing says summer like a BBQ~and nothing says a BBQ quite like ribs!  Do you have a favorite rib recipe?  Why not enter it in the “Dibs on my Ribs” contest! That’s right, the Pork Board, Tyson, McCormick and Kraft are hosting the “Dibs on my Ribs” recipe contest.  6 finalists (3 using Indoor Preparation… Keep Reading

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Walmart Christmas Giving Back Challenge

December 19, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

It’s that time of year again when Walmart Challenges me to see how well I can do shopping for Charity at Christmas time!  Again this year Walmart generously offered $50 for me to spend on the charity of my choice.  Last year I tried to see how much I could stretch the $50 to get… Keep Reading

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Stocking Stuffer Challenge

December 12, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 2 Comments

It’s time for the annual stocking stuffer challenge from Walmart!  Stockings are such a fun part of the holidays-but let’s face it, they can be a BEAR to fill.  This is the second year that the Walmart Moms have been challenged to fill a Christmas stocking for under $20.  I like a challenge, so I… Keep Reading

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Foodsaver Challenge-How Much Can You Save

December 8, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

Remember how I got new Foodsaver to review a while back?  Well here is my video review! Do any of you use a Foodsaver? ****This is a sponsored post**** Disclosure: This is a sponsored review I am participating in with the Walmart Moms. Walmart has provided me with compensation for this post. My participation is… Keep Reading

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Online Coupons at Walmart.com

December 3, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

As a Walmart Mom I’ve had the opportunity to tell you all about improvements in the Walmart coupon policies as they have happened. Well now not only does Walmart gladly accept all manufacturer coupons, not only have they made it easier to redeem coupons in stores but they have also now compiled tons of manufacturer… Keep Reading

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Walmart Thanksgiving Dinner Challenge

November 19, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 5 Comments

This month’s Walmart Grocery Challenge was to shop for a classic Thanksgiving dinner at Walmart and spend $40 or less doing it. I went with a very typical Thanksgiving meal: Turkey & Gravy, Stuffing (homemade), Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Cranberry Relish and Pumpkin Pie.  Here’s how I made out: (note:  If you are reading… Keep Reading

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About Frugal Upstate

About Frugal Upstate

I’m Jenn –an Upstate NY wife, mom, blogger and veteran. I talk very fast, read constantly, take on too much and make plenty of mistakes. I’m a real person, not perfection. I love to talk about the frugal lifestyle, “Village Homesteading”, living a more sustainable lifestyle and being prepared for all the curves life throws at you.

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