Hello and Welcome

Hi I’m new here....

So, this is a brand new blog, I’m not expecting many, if any, visitors, but I like the idea of putting things in writing, so here goes...

I’ve been considering starting a blog, as much for my own benefit as anything else really, for quite a while, I read quite a few blogs and enjoy all the tips and ideas they provide, however I struggle to find blogs where the circumstances of the writer are similar to mine, of course you can come across someone who’s very thrifty, or who’s a similar age to you, has teenagers, or lives in the same county. 

So as I couldn’t really find anyone out there blogging about the day to day life of a 40Something mum to teens, trying to organise the days better and get on top of life in general, whilst saving money and having a life of their own - (there must be some others like me right??) - here I am to take the reins.

I’m an avid YouTube watcher but far, far too self conscious to ever put myself out there, which seems kind of silly as a 40 year old I admit, a blog seemed like a good way forward.

So what’s this about and who am I? 

I’m a 40 year old Mum, working full time, commuting into London daily, trying to get organised enough to make sure there’s always something half decent on the table for our evening meal, whilst struggling to lose weight - it’s a never ending battle! Keeping on top of the laundry and housework whilst making sure the bank balance stays in the black.

So basically just the average parent!

We are lucky enough to live in the countryside, which over the last few months has become something I’ve been so grateful for, we have beautiful walks on our doorstep and have had the opportunity to spend lots of time outside enjoying our surroundings. 

My aim is to share my days here in order to take accountability for everything, If it’s a spending splurge or a take away binge, these are the things I’m trying hard not to do. Becoming less wasteful and more mindful of the things we buy and use is something I’m trying hard to get to grips with, I love the idea of ‘not buying new’ Recycling and reusing but in reality it’s often A good intention that doesn’t materialise. 

Frugal Fridays and Five Frugal things.

I like the idea of both of these, I came across them on the blog Frugalfamily.co.uk So it’s something I’ll be trying to do each week, along with sharing my meal plans and any other interesting (or not) stuff I come across during the week. 

For my first post I think I’ll leave it here. Looking forward to sharing meal plans, frugal finds and day to day living.

Before I go, I wanted to share a photo, these two little guys are new additions, we’ve been given eight little chicks and this pair are just finding their feet and getting used to the outside. The yellow one is called Ethel and the grey one Lavender- although we don’t know if they are male or female yet!