Whatever thrift is, it is not avarice. Avarice is not generous; and, after all, it is the thrifty people who are generous.
  thrift motivational sayings by  Lord Rosebery

Thrift is not an affair of the pocket, but an affair of character.
  Quote By  S.W. Straus~Inspirational thrift quote

By sowing frugality we reap liberty, a golden harvest.
  thrift motivational sayings by  Agesilaus

The thrift that does not make a man charitable sours into avarice.
  Quote By  M.W. Harrison~Inspirational thrift quote

Thrift comes too late when you find it at the bottom of your purse.
  thrift motivational sayings by  Seneca

Thrift means that you should always have the best you can possibly afford, when the thing has any reference to your physical and mental health, to your growth in efficiency and power.