Signs of recovery are around us, but try to tell that to the nearly 7 million Americans who’ve lost jobs since the recession began in December 2007.

It’s not easy raising a family with less, but there are businesses nationwide offering all kinds of freebies.  Here’s one that families may find especially attractive…

On Tuesday nights (and occasionally Saturdays) Denny’s, Lone Star Steakhouse, and Roadhouse Grill offer free kids meals with a paying adult.  Check out KidsMealDeals.com for restaurants in your area.

Yahoo!Finance has a whole page of free stuff like airline freebies, free video games, free shipping and free financial advice.   Some of its hokie, but there’s some good stuff too.