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Definition from the Merriam-Webster Dictionary

Frugality: Economical, thrifty.

This word has often taken on another word which is called cheap. Is there a difference? As I try to find more ways to save money and conserve energy to help with my utility bills I am finding that I am really fighting even harder to pinch that dollar, and think hard about what I am purchasing. Is this a need or want? I must admit that I feel guilty at times, when I desire to buy a DVD, CD, or MP3s but then it is more of a want than a need. So I put it back as I desire to really buy it for my enjoyment as I would watch this movie more than one time. Once in awhile I will go to restaurant and order simply some juice, and then when it comes to the tip and well the attentive waitress will not receive much if I leave exact tip. I do desire to leave an extra dollar or two, but would I be considered cheap if I left a small tip?

So I feel that while I am pinching my dollars and I am happy to have saved money along the way, I really would like to have my happiness and buy what I desire for myself from time to time. I do not see anything wrong with buying an occasional DVD once a month or better yet once every two months as long as I do not get into the regular buying frenzy that I used to do. What do think? Do you ever feel guilty about buying something that you enjoy but trying to save as much money as possible? I look forward to hearing your stories.

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