Every week I share five small things we’ve done to save a bit of money, make life easier or help us spend more intentionally. None of them are usually huge on their own, but that’s kind of the point. Those small choices add up over time and give us more room for the things that really matter — whether that’s days out, holidays, home projects, treats we’ll actually enjoy or just a bit more breathing space in the budget. Hey! You might want to grab a drink and a snack for this week's post as it's a looooong one! 🥤🍰 1) Last week I bought a car which I am fully … [Read more...]
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The little things I’ve done to feel ready to go back to work….
Going back to work after being off for over six months feels much bigger than I expected it to. When I first went off, I think I assumed life would somehow pause for a little while and then I’d just slot neatly back into my old routine as soon as I was feeling better. But life doesn’t really work like that, does it? Things happen while you’re away from your normal life and sometimes those things change you a little bit. The last six months have definitely shifted my priorities and made me realise how important happiness, balance and peace of mind are to me. It's not like … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Chicken and Rice….
This Instant Pot chicken and rice recipe is one of those meals that I still think about, which probably sounds a bit dramatic considering we’re talking about rice in a bowl, but honestly, it was that good. I don’t actually have my Instant Pot anymore, which is one of those practical decisions that made sense at the time but still makes me a bit sad. We simply didn’t have the space for it in our old house, so it had to go, but I really do miss it. There were a few things I made in it regularly, but this chicken and rice was the one meal that everyone loved and the one I could make without … [Read more...]
What’s growing in my garden {May 2026}….
One of the things I love most about our new house is the garden, which already feels like it has the potential to become such a lovely space for us. It’s probably my favourite part of the house, if I’m honest, and ever since we moved in I’ve been itching to get out there properly. I want to learn more about the plants that are already here, work out what needs a bit of love, and slowly start putting my own stamp on what is clearly an established garden, even if it has been a little bit neglected. The plan is to share a monthly “what’s growing in our garden” post so I can keep track of what … [Read more...]
Five Frugal Things we did this week {8th May 2026}….
Every week I share five frugal things that I've done during the previous week just to show you that the small things you do all add up to a great frugal lifestyle where you can learn to live a fabulously frugal life. Hey! 1) This first one is one of those where I feel obliged to say (again) that saving money isn't about being 'tight' or about not buying the things you want to buy - it's simply about saving money where you can so you have more money to spend on the things you want to spend money on. Unfortunately, the 'Diary of a family who spend intentionally as they like … [Read more...]
Five Frugal Things we did this week {1st May 2026}….
Every week I share five frugal things that I've done during the previous week just to show you that the small things you do all add up to a great frugal lifestyle where you can learn to live a fabulously frugal life. Hey! 1) I'm officially back at work now after my operation and I'm so excited to have that routine back in my life as I genuinely do enjoy my job and I whilst I love the odd week off work for annual leave where the inevitable lack of routine is welcome, an extended period with no routine or focus is not good for me so this last couple of weeks especially, … [Read more...]
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