Last weeks theme was all about being in the present. It was about remembering to be mindful, and even delved into videoing my fridge. It was about paying attention, and being in the moment. Another area of my life, where I pay attention, is with finances. We're talking money. In particular spending money. Now seemed a good time to publish a repeat of a ...
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Have I Got Frugality Burn-out?
Since picking up a nasty bout of flu in Finland this Christmas, I haven't been firing on all four cylinders. In fact the last 6 weeks I've been completely under the weather. No running, reduced blogging, little decluttering and zero motivation to do pretty-much-anything. The doctor's verdict is pleurisy. I think I may have another ailment also. Is there ...
Every Little Helps
Every time I... Squeeze the last little drop out of the shower gel bottle: Glue and polish my boots: ...
The Simple Guide To Conscious Spending
For me conscious spending is knowing where every penny goes, or at least every pound. It’s about value for money, spending on what matters to my family and me and not frittering away cash. It’s not about being frugal, it’s about eliminating waste – I don’t mind spending money but I hate wasting money. Due to living our family life this way it has meant ...
To Buy Or Not To Buy – That Is The Question
It's that time of year again. My boot's have had their annual make-over. Last Spring it was new soles at a cost of £12.50. This year new insoles at a cost of £2.99. The heels will soon need replacing adding a further cost of £7-£10. Not bad for a pair of boots that I originally bought off eBay 3 years ago second-hand for £35. This will be the second year ...
True and Unrequited Love
Don't worry Guys I'm not about to get all soppy on you. It is of course St Valentines Day. We don't celebrate it at Chez Wright (that's what you get for marrying an Accountant with minimalistic tendencies) but being as the rest of the world is getting lurved up I thought I'd share something with you that is dear to my heart. Spending, or in my case - ...
No Waste Tastes Great Plus Conscious Spending
It's Friday! Time for No Waste Tastes Great! Those who follow the blog know that on Friday I follow my Friday Routine and also take part in Food Waste Friday over at The Frugal Girl. I have some news... for the first time since starting my No Waste Tastes Great Challenge, the fridge and cupboard are bare of any potential food waste...which means the Hubby ...
Bring Back Bartering
I am no longer car-less, it has been fixed. However we still walked to and from school, in the rain might I add! It cost me hardly anything to have it fixed, just £10 that's all for a fan belt. I have entered into a bartering exchange. In return for the cost of the labour I will offer my services to assist setting up a blog. Love it! Seriously love ...