What small DFW things will you be doing this week? WC 10/07

Hello All,

This month has resulted in many unbudgeted expenses and has left things tight until the end of the month.

Mostly DD birthday parties and gifts for family birthday and retirement have wiped me out.

I did a large ship yesterday as I had a £12 off coupon, so the fridge, freezer and cupboards are well stocked so I am hoping I can get to the end of the month without another large shop.

Cashed in Survey points for Amazon credit, the plan is to have a cheap Christmas! £25 so worth it.

Relisted the lego cards on ebay, the market has dropped off but there are still people buying.

Day at home so some tidying up and sorting out, there are a couple of bits to list on Ebay

I need to pop to the shops but will stick to the list.

purps I was just about to ask the same, whether Dawn could post her curry recipe. DD is vegetarian, but it is a meal both of us would enjoy

katy_ann at least you have recognised what you are doing now, and are trying to do something about it before eating into any more of your savings. It's a shame that they are closing everywhere but see what your local library has to offer. The activities that my DD and niece used to do there were great, and they would have story time and music sessions for the little ones, just needed to get your name down quick but some were open sessions.

I have an awards ceremony I have to attend tonight but I'm not sure what today holds. I fancy doing a tip run, we desperately need to do one but have been waiting for the weather to become nicer
I also slept in today. Just about to start cat cleaning and I need to do some paperwork.
Filled the oven while cooking tea last night including braising the turkey steaks. I only caught missing kitty now home going after a steak later while they were cooling down:eek:......that kitty has definately become more feisty and braver:rotfl::rotfl:
They are all boxed up now. Going to have a late lunch with one and have 3 for meals to go into the freezer.
FVD I know what you mean about not going out and making small talk. I'm exactly the same, I would much rather be at home with my own company with the cats doing what I want to do. Life is definately way too short. Good luck for your son today

Have a good day everyone x

Potato, chick pea and spinach curry:
400 g potatoes (new ones are best as they don't disintegrate) cut into chunks
I bag spinach (or whatever is ready in the garden, in my case), washed and chopped up a bit
1 medium sized onion or a couple of shallots, sliced
2 or 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
I tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
I tin chopped tomatoes
A couple of teaspoons of oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin (or whole seeds, bashed up a bit)
1teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chilli powder
salt and pepper
Some coriander to scatter if you like

Soften the onion and garlic in the oil over a gentle heat for a few minutes, then add the spices and potatoes and stir to coat the veg. Cook for a few more minutes to toast the spices.
Add the chopped tomatoes and 200 ml water, cover and cook over a gentle heat till the potatoes are nearly soft. This can take 60 mins or more on a really low heat. The idea is to keep the potatoes in chunks.
Add the chick peas and cook for another 20-30 minutes, leave the lid off the pan if it looks a bit runny, otherwise leave it on.
Just before serving, add the spinach and stir till it starts to melt into the sauce. Season to taste. Add chopped coriander to serve, if you like.
This one is best served in bowls, with a warm naan bread

Morning every one

its been a long hard week I've managed to get man flu grr
been working then bed starting to feel better

managed to do 2 nsds
today

Check banking
bills
hoover
bins out
shopping check shops

chase letting agent been a nightmare I had to tell them the rent was not paid unsure how good they are as a company feel like they get there money for nothing xxx

better get my finger out have a great day xx

Hello Frugalistas,
On today's Not Spending It list:
*Made tomorrow's packed lunch & work snacks.
*Big pile of ironing but only did what needed it & switched iron off for last garment & just used residual heat.
*No new jeans required. I now fit back properly into a lovely pair which I temporarily outgrew (too much baking!) & am wearing them today.
*Water & feed veg garden.
*Pick home-grown french beans for adding to a stir-fry tonight.
*Bake sourdough loaf. That's in progress. Also remembered to feed jar ready for the next one.
*Knit more Christmas present.
*Pick more sweetpeas - pretty & free natural room fragrance.
*Do meal plans for next week.
*May go for a walk if the rain holds off......could do with popping by nearest bus stop to jot down bus times as I can never remember them.
*Started 2 new library books.
Ok, time to go & see how much that dough has risen. Love to all,
F x