At the start of this year, I had big plans to share my money goals early on. I wanted to be organised, intentional, and very much on it from January. But real life had other ideas. I haven’t been very well, and a lot of my energy has gone into just getting through the days rather than writing about plans and intentions. So this post didn’t happen when I thought it would. What has been happening, though, is the quiet work in the background. Even when I haven’t been sharing much, I’ve still been focusing on our finances in small, manageable ways. Nothing dramatic or world changing and that's … [Read more...]
This month’s pre-loved bargains {March 2026}….
Welcome to my monthly pre-loved bargain post - one of my favourite things to write because it gives me an excuse to share the second-hand treasures I’ve brought home lately. I'll not go into things too much but I've been poorly for a while now and because of that, I've spent a lot of time at home while I've been waiting for an operation. I tried to get out of the house every day by going for a little walk so most days, I walked into our little village just to get out of the house. There are five charity shops on our high street so you can imagine how many times I've been in each … [Read more...]
How Planners Help Students Learn Organisational Skills….
College and university life brings exciting opportunities, but it also introduces new responsibilities. Students must balance lectures, assignments, exams, social activities, and sometimes part-time jobs. Without strong organisational skills, it can quickly become overwhelming. One of the simplest yet most effective tools students can use to stay organized is a planner. Whether it’s a physical notebook or a digital tool, planners help students manage their time, prioritize tasks, and build habits that support long-term academic success.Why Organisational Skills Matter in College … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Student Budgeting….
Managing money during college can feel overwhelming at first. Tuition, textbooks, rent, food, and social activities all compete for limited funds. Without a clear plan, it’s easy to overspend and end up stressed about finances. Learning how to budget effectively, however, is one of the most valuable life skills you can develop during your academic years. A well-structured budget helps you control spending, avoid unnecessary debt, and build healthy financial habits that will benefit you long after graduation. This guide explains practical strategies to track expenses, prioritize … [Read more...]
Back to Basics – How to cook once and eat twice….
If you’re short on time or trying to stretch your food budget a little further, learning how to cook once and eat twice (or more) can be a total game changer and you know what? It's ridiculously easy to do. Meal planning, more specifically batch cooking is all about making the most of your time in the kitchen — cooking a bigger batch of whatever you're cooking or planning clever ways to turn one meal into two meals. Less effort, less washing up and less money!I've shared so many posts over the years about batch cooking with tons of ideas that I think will absolutely help you to save … [Read more...]
We bought a house….
I am so excited to finally be able to say WE BOUGHT A HOUSE!I've mentioned it very vaguely on here a few times in the last six months but never really gone into too much detail as we started this whole stressful house moving process last July and until the day we moved, I never fully believed that it was actually going to happen.It took over eight months from us viewing the house we now live in to getting our keys but now we have got them and we're moved in, I am so happy to finally be able to say that we now live in our dream home. I'll be honest though and say that it's … [Read more...]
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