The results from the election are disheartening. But in order to have hope we must make change. And that change needs to start in our homes, our workplaces and our local communities. Perhaps the [...]
I’ve never lived so in tune with the seasons as I do now. We’re much more vulnerable in the van – so much closer to the elements. Every gust of wind, every downpour, every sweltering day [...]
I’m always intrigued by other people’s travel budgets and in the lead up to our trip I looked up as many as I could find in the name of research. How we can afford to travel and live is a [...]
We left our old home and moved into the caravan on August 21 and today, exactly three months later, we returned to the Central Coast for a short visit as we make our way south. We didn’t plan it [...]
I wear the Danny Dress by zino ama (gifted) / Poet wears Pippa Dress by fabrik / Marigold wears Tortoise and the Hare cap, Printebebe smock and Wattle Bloomers I don’t think we can ignore [...]
Earlier today I shared a few resolutions on instagram; a list of ten things that I want to practise this year inspired by Organic Care’s #realresolutions campaign. Instead of writing down [...]
Most nights, once the children are in bed and the house is quiet, I light a beeswax candle. It’s a little ritual I’ve had for the past few years and one I look forward to every [...]
Herbs and leafy greens are some of the easiest plants to grow. Interestingly, they’re also difficult to store and transport, hence when you buy them from the supermarket or grocer, [...]
When I was pregnant with Marigold I was intent on spending as little money as possible on baby essentials. Granted, I had a few tubs of hand-me-down clothes ready and waiting, our 10-year-old [...]
On my frugal, eco-minded exploration of all things essential in the home, I’ve come to love Who Gives A Crap because when it comes to toilet paper, they really do give a crap about bums, [...]
I’ve discussed savings, spendings and budgeting a few times over the years but it’s only recently that I’ve actually become a little financial savvy. I realise that this is [...]
A few months ago I was on a quest for a small bookshelf. Instead of resorting to the usual outlets for cheap furniture, I opted to take the long road…I drove around the local neighbourhood [...]
