I have noticed that we have many readers here and quite a few first time posters. That's great that you are here reading all the wonderful tips and lively discussions we have. If you are still a reader who has not registered as a member, please register and join us in discussing new frugal ideas. For those who have registered and asked a question or shared your thoughts, thank you for adding to our great community. We hope to see more of your ideas.

If you are not sure where to start, try posting something about yourself so we know who you are. It doesn't have to be a well written full biography. A short paragraph about how you found the community, what your family size is and what your occupation or interests are and why you are frugal or wish to be works great.

Some people feel a bit overwhelmed by the discussions and don't know where to begin in them. When this community began, only a few of us knew each other from other boards and places. With each new poster, we all make a new friend and that person becomes a part of the community. I am confident that you will be just as welcomed here as everyone else has been.

When you post an introduction, some of us find articles or discussions that may interest you to help you get started. This is why it's helpful to add a little about yourself so we can better help you to find what you need.

You can start new discussions if you have specific questions or comments. We are usually quick to respond so you should soon get ideas to consider or the answers you were looking for.

So don't just read about dollar stretching, become a dollar stretcher.