Quest for (mortgage) freedom

Sensiblesaver

Congratulations on becoming mortgage free, your diary is very inspiring, I really enjoyed reading it! Keep us updated on life after mortgage

f0xh0les

It is well worth setting up a 12 month regular saver in November,  to pay out around the start of December   - that is what I use to pay for all of C-word.   Same goes for October half term, and the start of the long summer holidays, and of course the ISA pays out just before Easter.    Sometimes when an account pays out is more helpful than how much is in there.  Timing is crucial.   You might not  need to spend it all, but knowing it is there, allocated, and you don't have to dip into EF or other savings is another stress gone. 

eat_that_frog

I received my 5 year anniversary badge a few days ago. Can't believe it's been 5 years since I became a member here and started this mortgage free diary, I am so grateful to this community and all the things I've learned on here. Genuinely and literally life changing. 
Those 5 years have flown by.

I'm continuing to make good progress health wise. I've been doing strength and resistance training since late May; 2 months later and I am still really enjoying it. I've lost 3 kg now since starting to focus on my health back in May. I haven't had to make any adjustments to my eating habits, which is lucky as I love food. I'm looking really toned in the arms, back and legs. My stomach is still flabby - but 2 beautiful children later and I wear my mummy tummy with pride 

I've made a bit more progress with decluttering too. I've spent a bit of time this week sorting through my kids' wardrobes, and I recycled 25 items of clothing that were damaged/holey/stained etc.