The Diary of a Frugal Family

A little while ago, I shared a post about how the junk mail that your postman delivers could possibly save you a little bit of money and today, I thought I'd tell you a little bit about how your 'spam' email could do the same!First of all, to be clear, when I'm referring to your spam email, I don't mean the emails telling you that you've won vast amounts of money if you provide your bank details or that your access to a site you use has been revoked until you update your details - they're scam emails and should always be ignored.I'm talking about what you would probably call spam … [Read more...]

Kids begin learning important lessons about the world around them long before they start school. At an early age, they’re picking up new skills and discovering their surrounding environment – from new smells to textures and tastes. As they get older, play is a fun way to give your kids a head start on developing important life skills, while also keeping them entertained for hours!Read on to learn how playtime can set your child up to succeed later in life. Benefits of play Play is about much more than just having fun. From creative and critical thinking to motor skills and … [Read more...]