Monthly Archives: September 2009

Sultana, Bran & Orange Loaf

Posted on September 29, 2009 by

I found this recipe inserted into an old recipe book I bought at a charity shop! I’ve made it a few times and it has been a roaring success! Ingredients 125g (4oz) bran (as in bran flakes cereal) 125g (4oz) … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Food, Recipe | 8 Comments

A Frugal Haircut!

Posted on September 28, 2009 by

One night of continued coughing leaving you feeling a tad under the weather and in need of a new do! One freshly washed head of hair One pair of sharp scissors One quick chop taking 4 inches off One quick … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living | 15 Comments

Three Things I Do To Enjoy England

Posted on September 27, 2009 by

Last week I was contacted by someone at the Guardian & Jam who, in conjunction with Enjoy England, is asking certain bloggers to name 3 things they do to enjoy England! Anyone who reads this blog knows I love England, having lived & worked in … Continue reading →

Posted in Around Devon, Proud to live in England, Reclaiming Simple Sundays | 24 Comments

Taking Care

Posted on September 24, 2009 by

I have another bout of either a terrible cold or the start of the flu upon me – very high fevers, chills, aches all over, sneezing, coughing, congestion, ears painfully popping! I pride myself on taking good care of my … Continue reading →

Posted in Getting Healthy | 37 Comments

One Day At A Time

Posted on September 17, 2009 by

I get so many emails asking me how I do it all with a “good attitude” and the reality is that I don’t, it is a constant battle to have a joyful serving heart! Over the last couple of weeks I’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in About Me, Do something, Giving, Lessons Learned | 27 Comments

Just Look Around

Posted on September 16, 2009 by

Today I came across an elderly man crying, I stopped to speak with him and he told me that he no longer wants to live, that he was married to his wife for his whole life that she was the … Continue reading →

Posted in Do something, Giving | 31 Comments

Reclaiming Simple Sundays

Posted on September 13, 2009 by

  trying to escape being soaked and somehow I managed…! The day was simple, family filled (the family is down from Yorkshire for the week), joyous and reclaimed. There is nothing quite like starting the day with an early morning swim before singing … Continue reading →

Posted in Around Devon, Reclaiming Simple Sundays | 13 Comments

Geographical Location & House Prices

Posted on September 12, 2009 by

I’ve enjoyed reading a new blog, which has included a family in the USA purchasing a 7000 square foot house for around $250,000 US. This works out to £153,000 UK Stirling. Where I live, you can purchase a two bedroom … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 14 Comments

Financially Savvy Fridays

Posted on September 11, 2009 by

Somebody asked me my top five financial tips yesterday, I reminded them that I am no expert on finances, but in terms of what has worked for me I’m always happy to share.  So today I focus on the lesson I … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 9 Comments

5 Steps Towards Health

Posted on September 10, 2009 by

For the last week I’ve been highly focused on boosting my immune system, repairing any damage from the swine flu and increasing my chances of a healthy winter! Just focusing on 5 main daily goals, for one week has already … Continue reading →

Posted in Getting Healthy | 11 Comments