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Sunday, 25 August 2019

How I spent my summer


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2023 Goals: A year of more

1. Live more frugally and simply 2. Save more than £10K 3. Buy no more new clothes or house items 4. Grow more fruit and veg by improving my soil health 5. Spend more time at home and keep work at work!

2022 Goals: Survive and thrive

1. Stay frugal
2. Don't waste resources
3. Grow and preserve as many fruits and vegetables as I can
4. Save £10k

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