Monthly Archives: May 2008

May Grocery Challenge

Posted on May 31, 2008 by

So this month I participated in the May Grocery Challenge. I was listed on the site but for some reason can’t see myself there now. My budget was £80 = $160 for all my groceries in May and I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget, Frugal Food, Frugal Living | 4 Comments

Why I’m glad I’m not a home owner!

Posted on May 29, 2008 by

There is a lot of pressure on young professionals to purchase homes. Renting is seen as throwing money away, or paying someone else’s mortgage. While I agree in principle that it is a good thing if you can purchase a … Continue reading →

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Simplicity

Posted on May 28, 2008 by

For all the handbags in my wardrobe that felt oh so good for a millisecond upon purchase and all the endless CD’s lying around the house, I can honestly say there is nothing like curling up with a mug of … Continue reading →

Posted in Downshifting, Frugal Living, Simplicity | 14 Comments

It’s Raining Money….!

Posted on May 27, 2008 by

A strange thing has happened over the last 24 hours and it’s making me wonder why it seems to be raining money. First, I checked an old lottery ticket and found out I’d won £73 Then, I got a check … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget, Emergency Fund, Holidays/Vacations | 5 Comments

My Downshifting Journey

Posted on May 26, 2008 by

I should preface this by saying I have in no way completed my downshifting journey but for some while I have been on one and am committed to going the whole hog! I’ve mentioned my dreams before - to have my own rural patch … Continue reading →

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The new budget – downshifting and more

Posted on May 25, 2008 by

Well, I got paid! First month & paycheck in the new job and it is £200 = $400 more than I anticipated. I am over the moon! The new budget is as follows: Rent £950 Council Tax £75 Water £30 … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget, Downshifting, Frugal Living | 7 Comments

Saving Money While I Work

Posted on May 20, 2008 by

I’m amazed already at how my spending has changed since I began this journey. While I may not have had £30K dept, I was headed on a deep dark road and while I still have a ways to go, I’ve … Continue reading →

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Another 10 Tips for Affording a Yearly Holiday/Vacation

Posted on May 18, 2008 by

Further to my first post on this topic. I’m adding another installment of my top tips for being able to have a yearly holiday even when you are on a tight budget. I recently used several of these and have … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, Frugal Living, Frugal Travel, Holidays/Vacations | 7 Comments

Ask and you shall receive

Posted on May 10, 2008 by

Firstly my apologies, I am currently dealing with a broken computer, hense my quietness! As part of my attempt to embark on a major financial overhaul, stick to a budget, build my emergency fund, start a private pension (I am … Continue reading →

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My tips for affording a yearly holiday/vacation

Posted on May 3, 2008 by

I’ll be honest, I am someone who needs time out. As a single woman with a demanding full time job, a home to upkeep and a daily commute, I’ve noticed that the years I adequately plan and spend on a … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living, Holidays/Vacations, Lessons Learned | 16 Comments