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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: Parenting
During The Week
For many weeks, before we hit a good, new groove, week days were hard. The pace was tough for us all, but added to that, the struggle with transitions made them very tough for my son. We all needed green … Continue reading
Posted in Ma Famille, Motherhood, Parenting, Uncategorized
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Gardening and Hiking
This weekend was a long weekend, which meant an extra day as a family and while I did go into the office for 4 hrs with the children (we have a pretty wonderful set up/routine, they do 2 hrs of reading and … Continue reading
Reclaiming Simple Sundays
This photo has nothing to do with today, but since my camera had no batteries, I declared it would do! I decided to write a reclaimed, simple sunday post today, not because I felt relaxed (my arthritis is so so … Continue reading
Local Living
A very strange thing happened when we moved to this city. We found a little “rural” idyl. Now, I use the term rural loosely. But it feels like it. It is not the area we live in, though a great plan … Continue reading
Seven Months of Motherhood
Six months ago both children were reunited as my son moved in, a month prior my daughter arrived – they’ve been home 6 and 7 month respectively. Every time I check my email (rare & infrequent) it is filled with … Continue reading
Listening and Learning
It is often when I’m driving with my children that I realize the errors of my ways. Too much time spent worrying, rushing, giving time & attention to those with letters after their names instead of two wee ones far more … Continue reading
Posted in Lessons Learned, My Chlidren, Parenting
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He Has Been Good To Us
I often forget. If I were being honest, I’d say I forget most of the time. I don’t remember as I encourage children to quickly eat their breakfasts, or stay focused as they are getting dressed. I certainly don’t remember … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Lessons Learned, Letters To Myself, Ma Famille, My Chlidren, Parenting, Perpective
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Preparing
Today is our last Saturday before the rush of school starts, once again there will be less time for relaxing strolls in parks, finding fun creatures and just being still. My daughter has already lost a lot of sleep worrying … Continue reading
Posted in 2012 Goals, Ma Famille, Parenting, Weekending
Help A Family Friday: It’s OK When It’s “Small”
Having recently adopted two fabulously wonderful children on one very average charity worker income, with no assistance, no free childcare and special needs which mean extra resources are needed, it can be challenging to think about how to help others. When … Continue reading
Food Costs & Goals
Thank you for all the great suggestions on yesterday’s post, I’ll reply soon! Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about food costs, mostly because I’m trying to balance budgeting with making sure we eat healthy, local, fairtrade food as much as … Continue reading
Posted in 2012 Goals, Budget, Home Management, Parenting
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