I know I don't post as often as I used to post on here but there was a time when I posted pretty much every day. I shared so much about my family life and I know from what I stopped blogging so often that lots of you really missed the updates around what we were doing and how we were getting on so today, if any of you regular readers are still here I have a treat for you.Miss Frugal graduated from university!I'm not going say too much about this as I think the pictures speak for themselves but I just wanted to  share such an important moment in our lives with … [Read more...]

I feel like I've changed a lot over the last couple of years - I got confident enough to leave my marriage and to allow myself to take a chance again in a new relationship and I am happier than I've been in a long time. It wasn't easy though so I thought I'd share a few ways that might help you to build up your own confidence. Boosting your confidence and self esteem can be a game-changer, not just for your personal relationships but also for skyrocketing your career. It’s true that the most successful people are often the ones with bucketfuls of both, so clearly, they represent something to … [Read more...]

More and more employers these days are offering their employees the chance to join the 'Bike to Work' scheme - mine included. I'm a huge fan of the scheme and have a bike that I paid for using it so today, I thought I'd tell you all you need to know about the scheme. I bought a second hand bike a few years ago after I realised how much I enjoyed riding my exercise bike but I was so disappointed after my first couple of rides because I felt like it was ridiculously hard work just riding around the block so I relegated the bike to the back of the garage and went back to my exercise … [Read more...]

Traveling is an adventure, but it can also be a challenge to stay stylish while on the go. The key to mastering travel fashion lies in selecting accessories that are both chic and practical. Whether you're jetting off to a bustling city or planning to witness amazing Mediterranean sunsets when cruising, the right accessories can elevate your travel experience.In this guide, we'll explore must-have fashionable travel accessories that combine form and function, ensuring you look fabulous while staying prepared for any journey. Versatile Scarves: The Ultimate Travel Companion A … [Read more...]

Purchasing your first home is a significant milestone, often marked by excitement and anticipation - I can remember just how excited I was when I was buying my first home but I also remember all too well just how much stress I felt during the whole process. Since my first house purchase, I've watched a lot of Location, Location, Location and have bought and sold a few more houses so I think I'm a bit of an expert now. 😁  Or at least, I know enough to be able to share a few hints and tips if you're trying to get on the property ladder right now...1. Understand (and … [Read more...]

This year has been a hard year.I started to feel ill between Christmas and New Year and by New Years Eve, I was on the phone to the Doctors because I was so poorly with a chest infection. They gave me some tablets and I started to feel a little better by the middle of January with just a niggling cough that wouldn't go away. Fast forward a month and I started to feel worse again with the cough getting so severe that the Doctor I saw described it in his notes as being 'severe and violent'.I got worse and the cough was making me sick several times a day and definitely stopping me … [Read more...]