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I'm Frugal Trenches (no, not my real name!) a lover of natural, simple and frugal living! I use this space and my camera to document a beautiful, purposeful, downshifted and abundant life! Life is not always simple (oh how I wish it was!) but it is always rich and I hope this space demonstrates beauty and joy!
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Monthly Archives: June 2008
Saving myself money
Prior to my decision to spend nothing on non essentials for 6 months, I booked a weekend with relatives. So, the plan this weekend is to visit family Sat to Mon. Original plan was to get early morning train on … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
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Frugal easy to make soup!
As per Rob in Madrid’s request, I’m sharing my soup recipe. This is one of the easiest soups I’ve ever made. Using organic ingredients I was able to make a large batch for £1.25 = $2.50 and it gave 6 … Continue reading
Posted in Frugal Food, Frugal Living
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A bit more about downshifting
My plan, the point of all this, is to downshift. Downshifting to me is a very loaded term. Some people think it means you have to move and instantly change, others manage to downshift while living in their same home … Continue reading
Posted in Downshifting, Dreams, Eco Living, Goals, Simplicity
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Goals for June!
I need to keep myself motivated for June as I had some doubts and questioning last night about whether I can really save up 6 months income, save up a downpayment for a house and add to my retirement – … Continue reading
Posted in Goals, Single's Money
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