Living blissfully ... Spending less
The exhilaration of getting, doing and being more – for less.
Frugaphile - (noun) one who finds profound pleasure in saving money and has an overwhelming need to share those details with friends (and sometimes strangers).
What was my inspiration for this adventure?
A lifelong habit of always seeking out the best prices for nearly all purchases whenever I shop.
A desire to inspire you to look for the best prices and become a frugaphile too!
Another blog?
This isn’t just another blog on how to save money or not spend as much money or point out how you are wasting money. The intent of this blog is to cultivate a desire to think about your spending habits. I’m hoping that after reading my blog you will start to think more about what’s really important to you and how you can do more of the things that you’re passionate about if you just simply reevaluate how you spend money.
Why am I committed to writing my stories and sharing my thoughts?
- I am very passionate about saving money! I have had a lifelong love affair of seeking out the best price when making purchases. Notice I said “best price” not the lowest price. Sometimes the best price is not always the least expensive price.
- I like to share my passion – with as many people as I can. So much so that I am constantly inflicting, yes imposing, my “wisdom” upon my friends. I am ALWAYS telling my friends, co-workers, neighbors and people in my various social circles about the fantastic bargains I find! These folks are constantly subjected to how much I saved with this discount or coupon during my last shopping trip. They probably get tired of me constantly rambling on about my bargain purchases. And I always find myself telling people how much I paid for things or should I say how little I paid for something.
- My friends have kiddingly said to me for years – you should write a blog. So here I am, writing a blog.
How will this work?
I have so much to share I could be writing for days… but I can’t tell you all of the good stuff right away can I? So you will have to stop by a couple times a week. I will share stories of shopping triumphs, a recent bargain experience or some advice on how to save money when you are out and about.
Oh and if you are wondering about the fiery – wait ….. you will see!
Frugal Fundamentals
Common Sense
Do you really need that?
Attentiveness
What's on sale?
Sense of Adventure
Try new things!
I want to express my sincere gratitude to all of my friends who have been fodder for the colorful stories that I’m sharing. In most cases I have omitted names in order to maintain privacy. I hope that I have not made any of you feel uncomfortable about being part of my shopping adventures or my whimsical anecdotes about how I save money or tried to convince you to take advantage of a bargain, coupon or sale.