Saving Money

September has started spectacularly!  The weather has been gorgeous and my morning runs have allowed me to witness the first signs of autumn with beautiful misty sunrises.  Unfortunately, September isn’t all amazing as I have to go back to work tomorrow.  But I am returning, for the first time, part time.  I’ve been calling it […]

It has been a beautiful summer holiday!  I’ve had an amazing six weeks off and have spent lots of time with my family.  We have had plenty of days out and seen lots of friends but I think I have kept a good grip on the spending.  With the new academic year starting, I needed

As sad as it is to think that the summer might be coming to an end, unfortunately all good things do.  We have had an excellent summer and have enjoyed a lot of time outside, exploring our garden and the fun activities nearby.   However, with the weather changing this means we need to prepare

August Bank Holiday weekend has been and gone, and true to itself, it rained!  A lot!  My husband got fairly soaked on more than one occasion this week cycling home from work so has had a complete overhaul of his cycling gear.  I have found myself craving hot chocolate rather than ice cream and it

After an expensive week last week,  I have settled down again this week.  Nicer weather has returned and my family and I have been enjoying some lovely time outside.  We are privileged to have a good garden.  It is not massive but it does everything we need.  We have a herb garden, fruit and vegetable