9 responses to “Frugal luxuries”

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   Michelle April 7th, 2009 at 06:41

   Keep those herbs lightly watered or the roots will rot, SQ…I never used to have luck either, but last year was astounded with how well the herbs took once I moved them from indoors to the ground outside. I’ve still got more frozen parlsey, thyme, mint, and sage than I know what to do with! Once the frost is over put them outside so they can enjoy growing in the sun. I think that was the trick with mine last year, full afternoon (hot) sun and no cats chewing on them anymore.

   As for frugal luxuries today, I might try a good stretch/yoga session in the wee little 4 person gym in my office today. I’ve been saying I’m going to do it since January, but after my first boot camp class (and first time sweating since last Summer, ouch) last night, today calls for an Epsom salts bath this evening and a stretch session today.

   Enjoy the last cleansing snow of the season. I hope so anyway…the winter tires were taken off last week and according to the mechanic, the all-seasons are down to ‘good for Summer only’ status now!

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   Melaniesd April 7th, 2009 at 08:43

   Michelle, thanks for the herb tips! I haven’t had much success with them either.

   SQ, that Herb garden is so sweet! What a nice gift. I also love the idea of a beautiful pottery mug to enjoy your daily cuppa.

   My frugal luxury today will likely be some lovely homemade granola I made with yogurt. Such a healthy treat that feels like something naughty! (it’s a work day so only so many luxuries).

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   Kate April 7th, 2009 at 09:21

   We’ve been clearing out our house in preparation for selling the place, and a big comfy chair got moved by the front window as a placeholder.

   Turns out it’s a spectacular place to sit with my coffee and a newspaper in the morning. Love it.

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   Money Funk April 7th, 2009 at 11:13

   Frugal luxury… sitting on the sofa with a cup of green tea (cream & sugar) in my favorite mug on my comfy sofa either reading a good novel or crocheting my little animal friends.

   Nice herb garden. Watch the cat cuz mine loved my herb garden.

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   Saver Queen April 7th, 2009 at 12:15

   Michelle - thanks. I look forward to warmer weather so I can sit my herbs outside! In the meantime I’m hoping that artificial light will suffice to keep them alive! I’ll have to make sure that Butternut does not snack on the plants. So far, so good - just sniffing - but I keep them away from her just in case.

   Melaniesd - i LOVE homemade granola. It’s so yummy and you can enjoy it guilt free!

   Kate - love that idea. How nice that it turns out to be such an inviting place to sit. Sounds so cozy.

   Money Funk - your little animal friends are SO cute! Adorable!!

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   Bonnie April 7th, 2009 at 17:31

   Loved this post ! So simple. So pretty.

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   MoneyMateKate April 8th, 2009 at 09:36

   Mm, a homegrown herb garden does indeed sound both frugal and luxurious. I love fresh basil and cilantro. Sadly, I’ve murdered every plant I’ve ever tried to nurture, including a low-maintenance corn plant. That one suffered a slow, torturous death.

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   Cate April 8th, 2009 at 11:53

   What a beautiful mug! That would definitely make my morning better.

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   Kaycee April 10th, 2009 at 00:06

   You have such a great attitude. I love your herb bowl, way cute.