I think I started a similar thread years ago but can't find it
Have any of U put down your incomings and outgoings recently? DH did this 12 years ago then we had a Financial Advisor go through the paper work, we were able to retire. We don't use the vehicles as often as we travel most places together because we have similar interests.
We buy as much as we can in bulk, i.e. dried fruits, nuts, loo rolls, kitchen rolls and '
kleenex' man size. Underwear in bulk from the same outlet. To save time and fuel we shop in our village apart from the muesli/porridge oats that they don't sell as well as pizzas. Usually the fruits and veg. are fine if basic. They do a good mix of frozen veg too.
I don't use half as much washing powder as suggested on the box! therefore I don't need a conditioner as the laundry gets well rinsed and isn't sticky. Same with the dishwasher, 'jif', hand wash and squeeze. I also turn up the bottles and drain to get the bit out of the bottom (that's the trouble with Marmite, some always sticks!)
. I also tip the laundry boxes into a bowl, it's surprising how much is left between the 2 layers of cardboard!
We don't go out 2 eat unless on a day trip or when on holiday. I've never been a 'shoe person' and as I'm the same size as Mum, I can use the shoes that she no longer requires. I'm good on clothing too
