You can't do anything to speed up the arrival of spring, but you can start planning your 2012 yard sale adventures. Here are some sales that you'll want to put on your calendar:

• The Longest Yard Sales in the US

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Saving is an important part of the frugal lifestyle, but it's easy to put off. You don't have enough money; you have too much debt; you don't know where to start. There are lots of excuses that you could make, but none of them will put more money in the bank. So why not make this the year that you stop making excuses, and start saving?

• What's Keeping You from Saving?

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Tired of the cold weather and long days indoors? Lift your spirits with one (or more) of these inexpensive activites:

1. Whip up a tasty dessert.
2. Start planning your garden.
3. Get more exercise.
4. Learn something new.
5. Plan your summer yard sale adventures.
6. Go after some freebies.
7. Set new goals for yourself.

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Get your magazine fill without spending a ton (or anything at all). Here's how:

• 11 Ways to Save on Magazine Subscriptions

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• How to Make Magazine Storage Boxes

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