Category Archives: Creative Deprivation

Memories of Christmas Past vs Christmas Today

Posted on November 21, 2014 by tulsage

MEMORIES OF CHRISTMAS PAST Christmas was a simpler, more joyous time that most people looked forward to with great excitement. We loved the annual traditions; making cookies and fudge, going to see the lights, chatting while wrapping presents,  playing card … Continue reading →

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A simple way to be more content with life. (Creative Deprivation)

Posted on November 21, 2014 by tulsage

Amy Daczycn, who successfully raised six children  says when ice cream cones were a rare treat her kids were happy with a junior size cone, savoring every drip. But, a small cone became less appreciated if the children received one … Continue reading →

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Creative Deprivation Can Help Us Appreciate the Small Things

Posted on November 21, 2014 by tulsage

This is an article printed in the Tightwad Gazette long ago by the delightful Amy Dacyczyn who raised six children. At a yard sale I attended, a ten-year- old kid was barely visible behind a table piled with GI Joe … Continue reading →

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