Monthly Archives: April 2010

Free Healing Herbs Book

Posted on April 28, 2010 by

Sorry I’ve been MIA, I’ve had problems with my computer! I’ve just downloaded two free books! Go here and enter your email address, you will get an email which gives you a link to download a Healing Herbs book as well … Continue reading →

Posted in Freebies | 5 Comments

Weekly Shop & Menu Plan

Posted on April 24, 2010 by

I hit three shops this week and spent a grand total of £31.14 (thus dipping into next week’s budget, as I am away visiting ma famille next weekend it seemed like a good choice!) I bought: 4 Nut Roasts Chicken Roast … Continue reading →

Posted in Groceries, Menu Plan | 11 Comments

Long Week…

Posted on April 23, 2010 by

It’s been a long week in the FT household and I loooong for the Devon countryside. Oh to walk and see wild ponies, rolling countryside and the sea. My hands are bleeding from surgical soap which wash them 10x a … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekending | 8 Comments

Financially Savvy Fridays

Posted on April 23, 2010 by

Today I turn over to you, my wise readers – what is your biggest financial tip? You don’t need to be a financial wizard, but maybe something you do helps your situation and might help others too! Please do share!

Posted in Financially Savvy Fridays, Frugal Living | 23 Comments

My First Friend

Posted on April 22, 2010 by

We have a routine this tailless girl and I. Every day when I get home from work, she runs from 5-6 doors down and chats to me. First I get out of the car and spend five minutes playing with … Continue reading →

Posted in All Things Bright and Beautiful, Kit Kat Ownership, Things I Love | 20 Comments

What’s Your Ideal Career?

Posted on April 22, 2010 by

Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever!  Mahatma Ghandi In the future I’m hoping to head back to University and re-train for a new profession! I’m not alone in my desire, … Continue reading →

Posted in Finding Myself, Inventing My Life, Laying Foundations For The Life Plan, Purpose Driven Life | 40 Comments

What’s Your Purpose?

Posted on April 21, 2010 by

Image Credit Many persons have the wrong idea of what constitutes true happiness…it is not attained through self-gratification, but through fidelity to a worthy purpose – Helen Keller

Posted in Inventing My Life, Laying Foundations For The Life Plan, Purpose Driven Life | 4 Comments

Family Size Menu Planning!

Posted on April 21, 2010 by

Photo credit Carolyn asked a question on this post about how to menu plan when you have a family! The largest family I’ve ever had to consistently menu plan, shop and cook for was for six, but also have experience … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking Day, Frugal Food, Meal Planning, Menu Plan, Questions and Answers | 14 Comments

Creating Energy – Revitalize Yourself!

Posted on April 20, 2010 by

A few posts ago, I was asked how I find the energy to get things done, even after a long work day! After thinking about it for a day, I thought I’d share my experiences and hope that others chime … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, Getting Healthy, Organization, Simple Living and Reducing Stress | 6 Comments

£500 A Month Budget – 1 Week In

Posted on April 20, 2010 by

Photo credit Honestly, I feel like it gets easier each day. After paying my bills, I’m living on £25 a week ($38 US) for food, gifts, clothing, make-up, cards and well anything! The first few days I had so many … Continue reading →

Posted in £500 A Month, Budget | 10 Comments