Frugal Endeavors – Christmas is coming

December 1 to 12, 2018

I woke up this morning to a marshmallow world and I think that I am finally starting to maybe feel kinda Christmasy. Christmas is can be an expensive time for so many, us included, but I did manage to do a few things this week to keep our holiday expenses down.

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Striving for Victory – A Make do and Mend Ornament

Despite the challenges of rationing, absent loved ones, and a lack of material goods, people still found a way to celebrate the season of peace and hope.

Frugal Endeavors – No more November

November 23 to 30, 2018

It finally snowed this week. In response, I went into instant denial and hid inside my cozy house.  I did however, use the time to take care of some tasks I have been putting off.  A few of tasks may even help our budget.

Frugal Endeavors – Mid November

November 8 to November 22, 2018

 Lady Lucky decided to spend some time with us this week. She brought with her a spell of mild weather as well as a few other gifts.

Striving for Victory Challenge – Our Final Report

The eve of Remembrance Day seems like the perfect time to report on what H and I learnt from participating in the Striving for Victory Challenge.

Frugal Endeavors – The First Week of November

Autumn at the lake

Since this is almost a “No Money” November, I was going to try and turn a necessity into a virtue and have a “No Spend” November.  I was somewhat successful.

Striving for Victory – a last letter from Rose

In a couple of days or so, I will comment on October’s challenge and what we learnt from taking part in the Striving for Victory challenge. In the mean time, I thought that I should let Rose send one last letter to her sister Lily. Rose and Lily may make an appearance some time in the future – you never know.