Recently when we visited Leigh on Sea we popped into the small museum in the old town. It was a fisherman's cottage from the 1800s and was incredibly spartan. The people in those times lived a very hard life and had minimal possessions. No mobile phones, PCs, TVs or tablets for them. What we consider extreme frugality was just normal life for many people. I am not romanticising this life: I would hate to live such a harsh and basic existence and I like a few home comforts. But it made me … [Read More...]
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Five Frugal Things to kick off November
Brrr! It finally feels properly autumnal and has turned suddenly chilly! Yes, I have given in and put the heating on, although I generally try to be sparing with it. We layer up! Whilst I am snuggled up under my duvet with Archie, I thought I would … [Read More...]
Book Sale & Life Update
Hello frugal friends! I am aware it has been a while since I wrote a new post, so I thought I would rectify that today and let you know what I have been up to. So here is some news and a general life update. Book sale Firstly, as Christmas is … [Read More...]
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Recently when we visited Leigh on Sea we popped into the small museum in the old town. It was a fisherman's cottage from the 1800s and was incredibly spartan. The people in those times lived a very … [Read More...]
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Five Frugal Things to kick off November
Brrr! It finally feels properly autumnal and has turned suddenly chilly! Yes, I have given in and put the heating on, although I generally try to be sparing with it. We layer up! Whilst I am snuggled … [Read More...]