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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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Category Archives: Around Devon
Dartmoor and Ashburton Love
Today was spent walking among the wild ponies, many of whom nestled in for a cuddle, and hiking where the views were so beautiful they took our breath away – in fact I may have shed a tear or two. Next … Continue reading
Serenity Now
Just looking at this sign makes me feel so relaxed, so content that it almost makes me totally forget about the frantic 2.5 hr search this morning for my purse; it almost makes me forget about having to file a … Continue reading
Posted in Around Devon
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I am – what about you?
:: Chasing the sun and sometimes succeeding! :: Loving my new reading spot :: Eagerly anticipating an upcoming course on how to properly care for your pet donkey (!) :: Giving thanks and finding joy in simple treasures, while praying … Continue reading
Posted in Around Devon
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Reclaiming Simple Sunday
:: good grub :: seaside home dreaming :: merry music making Peppered with some :: Praying :: Watching – Nicholas and Alexandra. [What is it about those Tsars?] :: Resting :: Jumping for joy over this! Well done G7, well done!! :: … Continue reading
Posted in Around Devon, Reclaiming Simple Sundays
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Recovery and Renewal
Wake up to find the sun shining, hit the pool for a refreshing swim; arrive home to find a beautiful bunch of tulips and a gift certificate for a massage from a very lovely person. Leave home and head towards a farm, enjoy chatting away … Continue reading
Reclaimed Simple Sunday
Oh it was grand: swimming, resting, chatting, sharing meals with friends, hiking, walking along the waterfront, gazing at the sea, attending a charity event, watching a period drama series (Road To Avonlea), dreaming of that homestead & the dogs that … Continue reading
Posted in Around Devon, Reclaiming Simple Sundays
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Ten Things I Love To Do For Free
The lovely Mo tagged me! She requires I tell you all my top 10 things to do for free. As I’m always happy to oblige and share a frugal note or two so here is the list! 1. I love to … Continue reading
Posted in Around Devon, Frugal Living, Proud to live in England
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Reclaiming Simple Sundays!
A slow transition occurred in 2009- from manic weekends to simple Sundays to relaxed and reclaimed weekends. This one has been no different. While there was a shop, bills to be paid and a sympathetic ear to lend, there was … Continue reading
Posted in Around Devon, Dreams, Finding Myself, Reclaiming Simple Sundays
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Nothing Better
Than spending the mornings & afternoons walking & running along the beach. Time spent reflecting, praying and wondering what 2010 will bring…. The perfect end to a day at the British seaside - an evening spent watching Pride & Prejudice, sipping tea … Continue reading
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A Saturday in Devon England
There are times when no words are needed, they are simply a distraction to the soul! Frugal Trenches

