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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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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
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International Women’s Day
I couldn’t let today close without saying something. Something to mark how profound this day is both in terms of what women have endured, & where possible, overcome, but also because I ache for how far we still have to … Continue reading
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100 Ways To Save Money
Firstly my new post, which is about saving money, is up at the co-p! Feel free to add in any tips there! I’ll be back later today with the next 10 ways to save money! But now, I’m off to volunteer … Continue reading
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An Update
Still no computer cord, but I’m heading out to three more computer stores today in my continued attempt to find one! But I did manage to get a new post up at the co-op! If I owe you an email … Continue reading
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Q & A
As I was going through my inbox, I read this question from a reader named Maggie. I thought it touched on such an important aspect of being a blog reader and with Maggie’s permission I’m posting it here. Hi Frugal … Continue reading
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Things Happening At My House Thursday
The kit kat, well, I’m not too positive about her recovery! She has a major major gash about the size of a fist (!!) on her side. I’ve had a look with a surgical light and personally I think it needs … Continue reading
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Starting Out On The Right Foot
I’ve been much more conscious lately of what I eat for breakfast, I became aware I needed to after noticing I was hungry and craving food that wasn’t so good for my body within an hour or two of breakfast. … Continue reading
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Weekending
:: Attending my book group with the most wonderful tribe of ladies [I’ve decided not to go to my bookgroup sadly, I have a very sick kitty who bled a lot today (just back from the vet now) who needs … Continue reading
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Friday Finds – Edited to add Homebase deals
Around the WWW A brilliant blog all about plastic and how to eliminate it! I admit I disdain plastic yet still have a long way to go to cut down my consumption! Some very funny cakes on the site Cake Wrecks … Continue reading
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Grateful, Thankful, Blessed
Today I am thankful for: :: A cat who wants to snuggle, most of the time :: A sky which provides endless hours of entertainment, joy & photography :: A plan which is coming together! :: Friends both near and … Continue reading
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