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Another Quotable Quote

When I started pulling together ideas for my blog post today, this is exactly how I felt–“It has been said that there is no such thing as coincidence in this world.” Who said that? Paulo Coelho, a Brazilian novelist. Right on, Paulo!

Why do I say this? Well, today’s Financial Calendar topic is thus, and I quote. “Involve your family in holiday planning. It’s never too early to plan. Brainstorm fun and inexpensive activities. Make a list of service projects to do together. Simplify the season by trimming holiday expenses.” If this interests you (and who ISN’T interested in simplifying and trimming expenses?! You HAVE to get excited about trimming expenses because, after all, you ARE reading a financial blog), then I have quite the resource for you!  I KNOW you are looking for some unique, affordable, awesome ideas of things you can do for all the people on your holiday shopping list (neighbor gifts, anyone?).

When you choose to share one of these exclusive concepts with those you love and care about, you are also supporting community prevention efforts. And when you support community prevention efforts, you are supporting those you love and care about. What a total win-win! 

That being said, the only thing better than a win-win is a triple win! Keep your eyes on this website because more options are coming! What options, you ask? One that lets you save money, promote reading, AND support prevention. Now, that's a win-win-win worth watching for!

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