I'm running out of ways to say how much I appreciate your videos, but this was another great one. I own a LOT of tea mugs, so I box up all but about 6 of them and store the extras in a closet. When I feel the urge to buy a new mug, I go and open the box of mugs I already own and switch out the mugs. Literally feels like I got "new" mugs because I've likely forgotten what was in there, and I didn't spend a thing. Haven't purchased a new mug in over 2 years.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

That’s terrific! I do that with towels and bedding. I box it up and get it out a year later, it’s like I’ve got new stuff again

@dorisgrainger9692

2 жыл бұрын

Smart thinking

@thefrugalvegans

2 жыл бұрын

Love this 💕

@marthaross6301

2 жыл бұрын

Clever

@ninakoinz8477

2 жыл бұрын

Shop your house!

Feeding the birds and squirrels give me joy.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

The birds give me joy too

When my children were in school they held an auction to get materials for new playground equipment as what they had was several generations old! All the children were to contribute furniture, expensive purchased gift baskets and services from local businesses. I volunteered to iron a weeks worth of dress shirts as our contribution! It was well received and cost only the the electricity to heat my iron for about an hour. My husband offered to help with construction along with other Dads. My children loved it when it snowed in the evening! I would wake them when the snow fell and my husband and I would pull them around the neighborhood on their sleds while everyone else was asleep! There were always a few lights on and they loved being the first to make a path in the snow! I made hot cocoa at home then tucked them into bed! It cost nothing but they all remember it!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and that goes to show that you can give even if you have no money,

Thank you so much! Consumer culture has programmed us to feel that we can't enjoy our lives unless we're spending money, but your wonderful suggestions gently remind us of the utter fallacy of that narrow outlook. There's great freedom in creating rich lives while living frugally. And enormous satisfaction, as well. ❤️❤️❤️

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sharon, I find that advertising to be iniquitous and it damages the very core values of our communities.

@patmartin9727

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree that advertising and what I call fake sales are all out there to encourage people to spend money they really do not have. I have a friend I see about once a week and every time I see her she is busy telling me about what she has bought. It’s usually nothing very expensive but the amount she buys all adds up to a large amount over the years. The other thing she is also always telling me is how long she needs to work before she can retire but she just doesn’t see that her constant spending is keeping her at work longer.

@sharonlugone5955

2 жыл бұрын

@@patmartin9727 I have a friend like that, too. She hates her job and wishes she could retire, but rejects frugality as the path to accomplishing her retirement dream. I believe that she's addicted to retail therapy. Makes me sad.

When I was a child people visited each other and talked, drank lemonade or coffee and sat on the porch while the kids played games in the yard or rode bikes.. We would share different foods from each other’s homes. Going to the park to walk, play or flying kites, having picnics.

The most special times growing up as a kid in the 70th and 80th, were the friday evenings. All week long we were only allowed tondrink tapwater. But friday night we got a glass of orangejuice and a litte bowl of crisps. Or the times my siblings and I got to sit in the kitchen where our mom baked pancakes. We took turns to help her and we allowed to eat from our plates on our laps. Great memories that didn't cost much. I also loved the walks we had in the woods where she convinced us children, that fairies lived there. She was and is a great storyteller. Thank you for your great content (again)!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Those memories are precious. I’ve got wonderful memories of gardening with my parents and blackberry picking,

@cherylT321

11 ай бұрын

That’s lovely!

When I did travel, what made my life worth living was going home. My tip is to change the cushion covers with the seasons. They take very little space to store. My mother had winter and summer curtains too. It made the whole house feel different when she changed them. We children got that feeling of anticipation...It will soon be the school summer holidays and it would soon be Christmas. I now know the curtains were second hand or homemade and of considerable age, but they seemed new, bright and comforting.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Great tips there and thanks for sharing

Yes I agree Jane. My home is not a Mansion but it's ours and I am so thankful to have it. I don't "keep up with the Jones." I love watching your videos because you and taught me so much about being frugal and I am proud of being so. At present time I and my husband, Mike, are diligently working of becoming debt free and we are are about a year of accomplishing our goal. God Bless you and Michael.

@patmartin9727

Жыл бұрын

There is no sweeter feeling than knowing you owe nobody a penny piece. Once you achieve this get a good emergency fund in place and set up sinking funds for your irregular bills. This will be your safety net and stop you getting back into debt. The peace of mind of knowing you can live on nearly nothing, live out of the pantry and freezer when money is tight.

I watch you every morning, as it motivates me to keep living frugally. It’s easier to resist temptation, knowing that others have successfully embarked on cutting expenses and growing their savings. Thanks for another great video!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

In Canada we do something called a "Pot luck dinner" where guests all bring one dish and everyone eats together. It is fun and not a lot of work for the hostess. the hostess provides the drinks and the dishes and a tidied up house. Sometimes the entree. This also saves on childcare costs because everyone can bring their children.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great fun

In out small area we have a bit of a barter system for skills going on. A few of the local widowers bring me their trousers to have the hems taken up, zippers replaced or buttons to be sewn onto shirts. I get paid in fresh caught fish that these gents have caught. My husband has a ride on mower. He mows the lawns of two of the homes nearby and the verge of five houses in the street. He or my son get to go out on neighbours boats to go fishing off the reef. Fruit and vegies, that are abundant at that time, go over the various fences. This adds to a sense of community engagement, and for everyones pantry having a bit of extra in them. It's good for all of us to know we care for each other and that everyone is keeping an eye on each other.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

When my dad used to go fishing, he'd give some away and always get more back than he gave in garden produce or wine or gifts

Amazing video Jane. The volunteering idea is excellent. My volunteering at the local food pantry has saved me as a single person living alone great people and there are occasionally leftovers that will go bad before the next Food Distribution so you can get leftover breads or other items. It is also a lot of fun

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

It is great fun, it’s gets you out, with other people and feeds your soul too

When my kids were young, to entertain them, in the summer we would visit the local school playground and pack a few sandwiches for and kool-aid and take an old sheet for a picnic. I usually packed raisins or bananas for a treat. We would go early before it got hot. They loved visiting playgrounds that they had never seen.😊😊

Way before the pandemic I wanted to get more invoved in the life of my then village, so I ended up auditioning for the pantomime and volunteering at the local museum. Both were such nice ways to meet people, have fun, and feel like I was doing some good. I moved away from that village three and a half years ago, but I still go back and do those things because people there want me to! Another thing that has been really nice is inviting a friend who is a mother to young children to come stay for a little weekend break now and then, and I have been helping her with her sewing. She brings a project and I help walk her through it and fit it for her. She is growing much more confident in her skills, but we have a nice time as well. Helping others really does brighten everyone's day.

I've given up a lot of consumerism, I don't spend much money at all on entertainment, I buy 3 t shirts a year to get me through summer, it started around 6 years ago, on no spend years, I use up what I have I can't say I've missed eating out or using shopping as something of a leisure time activity, my lifestyle is frugal, I've spent years decluttering, streamlining and simplfying this has extended to my work life I work part time now I don't need to work fulltime because I'm not spending, I look after my grandchildren . The one luxury is my caravan in North Wales I bought it second hand about 14 years ago and its given us lots of happy family holidays and continues to do so. xx

If only there was a 'love' button! Excellent video as always

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks so much

I love a good afternoon tea with my friends. We often go to each other's houses and sit down with tea & biscuits. So cheap, but thoroughly enjoyable. I 100% agree about the health advice here, especially mental health. Great video Jane, thanks for sharing.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

It’s getting more difficult to get so we’ve got to do what we can to look after our mental well being, thanks for watching

@patmartin9727

2 жыл бұрын

I agree our mental health is very important. I feel mental health is improved by a change in our mindset. I live alone and am quiet happy doing that. I make sure I get out everyday unless the weather is really too bad, I usually go out in a morning and that sets the mood of my day.I may only go out for a walk or I may use some of the fun money I build into my budget to go and have a coffee either mon my own with my Book or a magazine for company or with a friend or I invite a friend over or visit her. I am grateful for what I have and I know that thanks to my frugal life style I have enough money to buy everything I need. It is so easy to sit at home getting more depressed telling myself how poor and deprived I am. Like your always telling use. If we have a home, cloths to wear and food to eat we are richer than half the world.

I’ve decided not to travel abroad in 2022 due to pandemic (I’m an nurse and worked on covid unit) so I’ve decided to take an overnight trip away each month so I visit somewhere new for such a lower cost. I’m always looking for free activities there. I love this video- it has such good content.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@eringigi7096

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for working on the COVID unit. We all appreciate your hard work.

@maryhill6316

2 жыл бұрын

@@eringigi7096 yes, thank you!

Love this video Jane! I have friends who are great bakers. They bring a goody and I bring the coffee. We meet in a park and just chat. And go to museums. Ours are free certain days or hours each week. They have kids hands on areas and looking at human creativity inspires me.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Nice friends to have Nina

“I want to normalize the mundane.” Brava, thank you Jane! Like you are reading my mind!! Love your channel. This was an extra fabulous video. 💜

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback

Thanks for encouraging and sharing real life, real ideas, making life beautiful with what you have.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Thank you for a great video. Before all my friends emigrated, we used to get together and do a bring and share for lunch. for redecorating, I move things around the house from room to room, even furniture at times, so that it looks like a newly decorated room without spending money. And for a floral arrangement I go and pick some flowers from the garden, I even give home grown flowers to people for their birthdays, re-use a jam jar for the vase and tie a ribbon around the neck of the jar. I am driving a 5 year old car that is well looked after so that it will last a long time. My husband and I did all our own renovations on the house, before he got very ill. When my daughters were younger, they would sew their clothes, and now as adults still use the sewing machine for their children. I would also re-cover our lounge suite to make it look like brand new and sew my curtains. We also use our left overs to the last crumb.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Ivana

My mother was a good seamstress and quilter. She would take something old or something dated and make it into something different. A sheet turned into curtains or the backing on a quilt or sometimes part of the front. She liked quality materials. Large adult clothes sometime turned into children’s clothes. I loved the “ new dresses she made me”. We moved the furniture around a lot, sometimes some things to other rooms. We didn’t have anything fancy but mom made it a nice clean home with lots of love and laughter doing activities with he kids, playing, reading, cooking, baking, taking walks making ice cream . She was a great teacher, lots of patience for the little kids. We always had friends over.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story of your experiences

I live in Iowa in the US. One thing that is free to everybody is to enjoy the beautiful sunrise and sunsets. We've had some of the most beautiful sunsets lately which are breath taking. I find it comforting in my home when I appreciate having a nice bed and warm covers at night.

We have a nationwide organization in the US called the Buy Nothing Project where groups form in communities. The goal is to be “in community” in geographical areas where nothing is purchased or sold. We give freely as well as wish for items needed or desired. It has been one of the best groups of generous and caring people I have ever been a part of. Love your videos and look forward to them!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Your buy nothing group sounds a great community activity

I am 53 single my children are adult thank for the point of good mental health and voluntary work good ideas I need to socialise feel bit isolated thank you

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Kerry and they'd be glad to have you

Just another great Video Jane. I Love to be at Home. It's HOME.There are the people That I Love,there are my hobbys.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marianne

In our community the libraries have free programs about visiting other countries and also some how to programs. Like how to do simple sewing or how to start a small garden. All are free and will be helpful for everyone.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

Жыл бұрын

That’s superb.

I live in the U.S. but made a British friend, and she introduced me to afternoon tea, and I'm so glad! I have started having afternoon tea with my American friends, and for pennies I can open my home and get so much enjoyment with a friend. It's also safe. Thanks for the great video and suggestions!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and I'm glad that you enjoy a cup of tea and a chat too

This might be my favorite video of yours. I wish there were more people like you in this world or that I could get my boyfriend to think more along these lines. Volunteering is a huge benefit to me to create community.

I grew up without eating out, would have 1 day out a year and maybe a cheap holiday in Britain if lucky. Yes we survived but it was boring and depressing. I didn't know as a child that there was an interesting world out there. So I find going for a coffee with hubby is so important for our wellbeing.

In British Columbia, Canada, we have many free/frugal options. We have beaches, parks, lakes, waterfalls and mountain so swimming, hiking, kayaking/canoeing/biking/picnics, walk along the boardwalk or relax on the piers etc. are frugal activities Not only do we have a great transportation system but people can buy a city passports (Vancouver) for a reasonable price that gives discounts into attractions, events, restaurants etc. There are also local festivals, events, museums and art galleries that are free. I am glad you mentioned about giving because I live in an apartment complex in which people put items they no longer want in the laundry room. After a few days, before management throws out, I will take the leftover items in good condition and donate them to a charity. Great video

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

One good thing we can do is give of our time freely..I babysit for my son and his wife and their friends children once a month free of charge so they can have a date night. Sometimes they just visit at one another's home...other times they go out..not paying a babysitter enables them to have a nicer time.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

That’s fantastic! Thanks for sharing

@maryannrogers8675

2 жыл бұрын

That is very nice of you to also watch your sons friends children so that they can also enjoy an evening out.

@esthers9140

2 жыл бұрын

@@maryannrogers8675 it helps that it's only 3 children and they enjoy the play date.😊

Jane, I stumbled upon your video while watching some videos about how other countries are being affected by the rising prices of everything. (I'm in Canada) I really enjoyed all that you shared and appreciate your upbeat attitude. I do think there is pressure to spend and to live up to some imaginary standard and I'm glad to see you "normalizing the mundane". If everyday were like a carnival it would lose its appeal. There is much happiness and joy to be found in everyday life.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting

Although I live in CALIFORNIA there are many things that are free: Museum or once a month they are free, gardens, parks love to go to Libraries to read magazines sometimes they have free lectures, art exhibits.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gladys, I really think there’s fun free to do everywhere

Got given 9 old car tires from a friend that sales car tires I painted them with some old paint mixed 3 new colours painted 3 of each stacked them and planted them with free plants looking good, I love your frugal food ideas to save money Bx uk

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

That’s a great upcycle

Really valid points-it’s easy to end up with a mindset that tells you that you need to spend money to enjoy yourself. That’s not the case at all. 👍

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hari, we certainly don’t

Hello everyone : my word for the year is compassion - for oneself and for others . Part of that for me is recognizing and enjoying who we are, what we have , and living sustainably . This time can feel very restrictive . The weather is good in my part of the world at the moment so to lessen the feeling of restriction we spend as much time outside as we can . I’ve found table cloths we haven’t used in years and using them makes us feel special . We’ve also been “ shopping “ our house . We always use the same towels - out of habit - so we scrounged up some towels we haven’t used in years and it feels like we have new towels ! I also wanted a new bedcover for our room , I went around the house and found a plain coverlet and matched flower pillow covers we had for years and never used - we created a garden feeling with what we have . Love these videos which remind me to be grateful for all we have. Thanks !

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing and I totally agree

I love your channel. You are a breath of fresh air and so helpful. Thank you. X

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

You GO Girl! Happiness really does come from inside. It gets expressed in how we live regardless of our $. As you explain, there are ways to do it but takes a little effort and research. It is more than worth it

I'll be volunteering at a local Library when I move to Austin, Texas. Also, with my Temple & Community Center

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure you’ll love it Gladys

Thank you for normalizing these times and reminding us that the best things in life really are free or almost. In a way, the pandemic was a rehearsal - in Canada we’ve just begun to open up again. Looking forward to the next one.

Loved the message in this video. So inspiring. My husband and I had afternoon tea at our neighbour's home this afternoon. Tea served in china and fresh home baked cookies. It was lovely! :)

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

Jane You made me realize that I'm already normal according to your definition! 😅

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

My word and focus for 2022 is contentment. A big help with this for me has been volunteer roles at my library and with Quilts of Valor making cards to accompany their quilt awards. Seeing smiling faces makes the world so much better.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

This quilts are so uplifting

In Debt and forced to be frugal, but I am having fun with it! I think I prefer to live the frugal life, we are using the food pantry to help us with food, love your videos by the way!🙏❤👍😊

@patmartin9727

Жыл бұрын

The frugal ways you learn during your journey to become debt free will allow you to continue on the frugal path and build up an emergency fund, sinking funds and then a nice little saving pot for your future life.

Another beautiful video supporting us all! My girl friends and I have been hosting "cafe at home", we take it in turns hosting brunch instead of going out, it costs almost nothing to whip up a batch of scones, make a fruit plate for the children and pop on the kettle compared to a dinner out, and we all have just as much fun.

Greetings from Georgia in the USA. Thank you so much for sharing such great videos. You always get me back on track if I feel myself back sliding. I love being home and always have. It’s the center of our lives and we always try to make it as cozy and welcoming as possible. Your ideas thoughts and tips are always on point for the frugal homemaker. Keep up the good work. I know this is very time consuming for you and your husband, so thanks ever so much. You and your home are lovely!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carole, I'm a great proponent of frugal homemaking

A few years back I started a $100 Supper club. there were 7 couples participating. How we did it was each couple was responsible to host an entire meal including beverages for $100 maximum. We each took turns hosting resulting in 7 evenings per year of great meals and fun with friends for a total cost of $100. The meals were or were not elaborate depending on the skill level of the hosts, but they were all memorable. Not sure why we are not still doing it as they were so much fun. I may have to restart them.😉

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

It sounds a lovely idea

your great video reminded me of our family mom, dad, my brother and me riding our bikes together on weekends. Great healthy fun that cost nothing, and created great memories. ❤ 🇨🇦

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much

you really articulate practical and achievable goals. There is so much potential for health and happiness in your list!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words

I have made red lentil "pancakes" from watching most of your videos. It is very interesting and informative in your life in France. You are definitely right in your approach to saving. Save as much as you can while you are still working. Because when you are fully retired - money goes out faster than it comes in. Mike's building skills are fabulous. All the work is much harder than people realize at least in my experience.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Thank you for your ideas. I volunteer by reading stories on Zoom to people who cant socialise because of their health it's my way of giving and it is free. I love to feed the birds early in the day in the garden and if my spirits need lifting I often take metal polish and cloths and polish just one thing from inside the house and make it sparkly while sitting outside.

Great video .So much fun free things to do with children .You named so many great things .Older children so things like board games , nail care party at home , learning to sew together , book clubs with friends and family ,arts & crafts together or with friends Things to make your home more homey is fresh flowers from your garden ,making new pot holders and dish towels to go with each season , add family photos around the house and change them out each season, lighting a candle makes home so much better, gardening is very good for mental health and fun to see your flowers and veggies growing .So many great things to do at home without spending any money or very little Another great idea is sending friends and family cards and short notes to help keep in touch with other .I exchange post cards with friends all over the world and hang them up to enjoy since we can't travel at this time Thank u for your great video

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joyce

Thank you Jane and Mike, wonderful video with plenty of great ideas for all of us! Very positive and uplifting!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Loved ones often gift me coffee mugs and gourmet coffees. That creates quite a stockpile of mugs. My little grandchildren delight seeing me on video chat sipping coffee from the HUGE mug they gave me this past Christmas! So I'm going to sort out some of older my non-gifted mugs to donate to make room.

What an incredibly positive video, thank you. Your upbeat voice and smile really help lift things in what can otherwise be dark times where it is so easy to slip into feeling sorry for yourself. I wanted to echo your comments about volunteering. I moved to an area and left friends behind, and often felt rather isolated. I had volunteered in primary school when my son was smaller and picked it up again here. I got to meet a lot of parents at the school gates, chatting to adults again was really uplifting, not to mention the positivity from seeing a child learn something new or being thanked by a teacher for making a difference. I plan to start up again when my health improves as I have realised lately that there was something missing and my positivity was starting to slide. I am also making the effort to get outside more, sometimes for a walk or just standing in the sun with a cup of coffee (today, between showers!). I have found that making and giving cakes is not only a great way of making new friends but also provides an excuse for a chat with neighbours.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experiences.

And you are giving / helping us so much. Thank you,Jane& Michael.

A great perspective and a really positive video. , i have many happy memories of doing free activities with my children. I love the library, walking, singing, drawing, and other activities and they can all be done on a no spend basis. Volunteering is great too.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Well said!

We used to get together with friends and play cards. Have a snack, sometimes just popcorn. But it was fun.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

All free and great fun

@cherylT321

11 ай бұрын

Did you get back into it?

I liked the video . Plenty of good advice . Thank you Jane and Mike

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Yes I'm running out of ways too to say how much I enjoy the videos too

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maria for your support

My first time coming across your video. Great ideas!! You can live with less and still be happy, 😊🙌🏾TFS!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

So many thoughts that are similar to what my husband & I have. Our group of friends have been meeting at local parks and bringing our lunches for an afternoon of conversation. We discovered our church has a lovely outdoor chapel in it's woods built by a local scout. It has a large firepit with free wood to have a cozy fire and chat!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Those sound great way to build and strengthen social networks

@johnmelissaziech6207

2 жыл бұрын

@@FrugalQueeninFrance Absolutely!

Hi Jane Great video! Thank you for sharing I like your idea about volunteering.

A very good mid week chat…some excellent tips and really good food for thought.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Gosh, the older i become and the more expensive healthcare gets in the USA, the more I appreciate the wisdom of that old adage, "health is wealth."

re mental health - plants always give joy, a bird table outside the window or for those with no land a few bird seeds on a window sill, for the children you can make paper kites, cardboard boxes become dolls houses or dens bubbels can be made with wshing up liquid and an old piece of wire and then theres free cycle where you can pick up so much for free, furniture can be rejuvenated with left over paint, material or scraps of paper for decoupage. they can then be kept for your own house or sold on .

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kerstin, I always love your joyful comments.

Great video Jane & Mike👍 really loved the message 🙂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Yes! We can be resilient! thank you for another great video📹👍. Its good to think about what we have, and what is still possible! it makes us so much more resilient💪

Oh thank you, thank you for all the things you said about behaviors you'd like to normalize!!! I wholeheartedly agree. Contentment lies in this way of thinking!!!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

I buy a plushie or two at the thrift shop (Twenty-five cents each.) For my dogs and cats. We get hours of play time out of it! We go for walkies (Weather permitting) And I let the dogs sniff and lead the walk.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

I buy ‘stuffies’ for my dogs from the recycling center…..hours of fun

I always enjoy your positive attitude, keep up the great videos.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much

Uplifting ideas & perspectives. Thank you, Jane & Mike!

Every school holidays I take my kids to the Royal Botanic Gardens and The Art Gallery in Sydney where we live. We bring our own lunch but we usually buy a treat. An icecream for the kids and a coffee for me. It is a lovely day out and costs peanuts or nothing at all. By the way the gardens are different as the seasons change. We have our favourite art and look forward to the new exhibitions. And then we stroll around Sydney harbour for a walk. We are so lucky.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

We have gardens we can visit too and it's very cheap and places to walk and look at freely too. Thanks for sharing what you do.

Well done Jane another extremely good video. I couldn’t agree with you more

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Josephine

Thanks for another great video 😁 with 2 small children we have frugal days out visit neighbouring towns and country parks, we take a picnic, explore and find new and exciting parks for them to play on, we do this year round whatever the weather (in UK). It costs us the price of fuel to get there (and occasionally parking) and the children and us have a lovely time in each other’s company!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Plenty to do for free

agree so much with your advices. We get so much of a more simple life. The simple moments with a cup of tea or coffee with family and friends, a walk in the park, a pic nic. I enjoy morning walks in the park and take pictures of flowers, plants, insects and look for information about them. Learn about nature. Also i practice chi kung and is very good to do it in the park, alone or with other. And also at home.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

If you really need a change regarding your bedding/curtains etc. If there in good condition and have a few years life in them. Try Colour Dies by Coloron (I think that's the make) the washing machine ones work really well. Just make sure you follow the instructions!!!!!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Great tip Liz

@laetitialogan2017

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I prolong the life of our clothes especially the black bits...extended by years and years

@lizscott6911

2 жыл бұрын

Now I remember IT'S Dylon.

We are fortunate in owning our home, it gives contentment and security. I volunteer at our local hospital and love challenging myself to be more frugal too. 3.5 years retired and loving the simple life.

It takes zero money to take a walk with a friend. It's excellent exercise and can be good therapy too.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@luba-healthywithluba6866

Жыл бұрын

@@FrugalQueeninFrance My pleasure! Your videos are a blessing!

The pandemic definitely taught us that living simply is our happy. Although gigs and theatre shows are now bought for presents. Hurray im now normal.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

You are indeed

Practical and smart. This is a very good video. Thank you

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Thanks for your encouragement!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting

I can tell that you were a teacher 😁 The way you present your videos is so refreshing.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much

Most of your videos bring great memories back and also I am still learning from you both Anna.

Jane, I can't tell you how much I enjoy your videos. I find myself watching my favorites over and over again. They really help me stay sane in these tough times. I also love seeing your home, it comforts me for some reason. Thank you to you and Michael.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your kind words and encouragement

Great advice, as usual. Merci 💐

Thanks for another great video.

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Being contented

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

You’re so right

If that is a picture of the outside of your home it is very pretty.

Excellent as always Jane

I enjoyed this video very much. This is the way I already live for many years. Thank you so much for your channel.Kindest regards from the Netherlands

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Monique

Thank you once again.

Inspiring as always. Thanks!

I love the extraordinary in the ordinary A slow simple contented life is all anyone requires.❤️ Great video Jane & Mike. Thank you x

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Love your mindset !!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

This video is exactly what I needed to see today. Thank you 😊

@donnasnesko8280

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Brutal cold here, alas…. It is large appliance maintenance week, as well as the bath project

Thank you this was a very helpful video as is all your videos!😊

@FrugalQueeninFrance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tina