Category Archives: Frugal Living

Poverty Vs. Living Below Your Means

Posted on May 26, 2012 by

I struggled to come up with a title for this post, nothing seemed to accurately sum up what I’m trying to say and the direction I hope I head with this post. I fretted for too long, so am going to … Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety, Budget, Frugal Food, Frugal Living, Frugal Parenting, Lessons Learned, Oh so Blessed | 4 Comments

December Goals

Posted on December 3, 2011 by

I can hardly believe it is now December; over the last three months I have hardly blogged, I think because I haven’t felt like I’m capable of writing anything particularly profound, or moving, but I suddenly realized today, that maybe … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, Frugal Living, Getting Healthy, Goals, Ma Famille | 14 Comments

Financially Savvy Fridays – Don’t Buy Books

Posted on September 3, 2010 by

Okay, I don’t mean never buy a book in your life, but honestly and truly approach books as if buying isn’t an option and then if you must buy, pretend new books don’t exist I am continually amazed at how … Continue reading →

Posted in Financially Savvy Fridays, Frugal Living, Frugal Parenting | 37 Comments

Frugal Gifts Part II

Posted on August 28, 2010 by

In Part I I shared 10 ways to save money on gifts! Now onto Part II. 11. Make your own cards or buy a box of assorted charity cards, I buy mine from Toybox Charity - such an inexpensive way to … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living, Frugal Parenting, Giving | 13 Comments

Financially Savvy Friday – Apartment Living

Posted on August 20, 2010 by

I have to say, I don’t often think about living in an apartment/condo but lately I’ve been reminded that it may be a frugal choice for many people. Currently in the city I am in (for now), a 2 bedroom … Continue reading →

Posted in Financially Savvy Fridays, Frugal Living | 9 Comments

Be Humble and See It From Other’s Experiences…

Posted on August 18, 2010 by

Over the last little while I witnessed two couples mention that they are in such a sound financial position because they made good choices; while I do agree to a point that we can certainly make good financial choices and … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Gentle and Kind, Frugal Living, It's Not About Self | 38 Comments

Blueberries Galore

Posted on August 12, 2010 by

Photo credit – Melystu There are 29 pounds worth of blueberries sitting in the kitchen, any ideas/recipes/suggestions as to what to do with them? Right now, I’m just eating them fresh from the basket…

Posted in Frugal Food, Frugal Living | 21 Comments

Q & A Wednesdays

Posted on August 11, 2010 by

Photo credit Harneis – Flickr  Question: I spend a lot of money on various lotions, cleanser, toner and moisturizer and make-up! I wondered what your beauty regime is?” This one made me laugh a lot! The truth is, I pretty much rely on drinking … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living, Questions and Answers | 9 Comments

Very Few Things Are Actually Free…

Posted on August 3, 2010 by

I help many friends with their finances, or more specifically, I help them budget. Last night I met up with one of these friends and she told me she had booked another holiday. I was quite surprised since she had … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living, Frugal Travel, Personal Responsibility | 7 Comments

Frugal Gift Ideas Part I

Posted on July 27, 2010 by

Recently I helped a friend slash her budget for gifts by about 90%. I’ve already shared some ways I do this in the 100 Ways To Save Series, but thought I’d tackle a few ideas in-depth here. 1. Budget for … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, Frugal Living, Giving | 21 Comments