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Re: The Top Regular Savers Discussion Thread
I know another principality rejection post. Wednesday, I gave my maturing instruction (for my last(3rd) 6-month issue, 3 for another issue4(would have been my 2nd if successful). Friday, l had a mess…5 -
Re: Which AI tools do you use?
Surely you reserve the right to remove posts from sapient beings too, my intelligence is not artificial nor is my renowned wit.5 -
Re: How much to live on
Nice to hear from you, welcome back @helensbiggestfan. Great to see you get your Christmas set. I've asked the kids' paternal grandma (the only one they've got still living in England)…5 -
Re: A Very MSE Advent 2025
Classy light grey cashmere jumper for me today, such an 'I will remain calm and collected in the face of a million things to do' item of clothing. Paired it with a checked shirt and checked…6 -
Re: How much to live on
All this stoozing, cash back talk is very interesting and truly inspirational. Makes me realise I have been guilty of leaving money on the table. Thanks for all the tips and advice. I shall definitel…8 -
Re: How much to live on
And the stooze goes on. Just had an email to confirm another £7200 transferred to a new Virgin Money card. 34 months at 0%. It will make after fees about £400. I now have £36,000 on various interest …7 -
Re: A: 24/12 Tim Hortons (IG)
Day 3 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSR0Brkk378/?igsh=Mmk0emh2dDh2NXh6 win a £50 voucher5 -
Re: Resourcefulness: The budgeter's friend
Hello Frugal Diary Friends, Lovely family meet-up yesterday morning with my sis, b-i-l & 2 nephews. We met for a leisurely brunch so had a good catch-up & exchanged Christmas gifts. The Neffs…11 -
Re: From Frugal Foundations to Fortified Family Future
Right, that's another worthwhile Advent activity crossed off. We went to the FB to take our Christmas donation, as they were having an open day for donations. We went in the car, as it was so dr…7 -
Re: Awful weather - typical Brits talk
With the nest area stuffed with leaves etc, there won't be a cat-friendly bed inside. Anyway, Houdini cat has gone home now the owner is back. :) I like it better, too. :) Here, I do my best to …7
