HOW TO LIVE AN OLD FASHIONED, FRUGAL, & SIMPLE LIFE! SAVE MONEY! LIVE BELOW YOUR MEANS!

[@debby-ex6ir]

My grandfather lived to be 98 and he always had a 'routine'. He lived independently until six months before he passed - always dressed well and took care of his apartment. And he used to tell me that the 'routines' kept him happy and secure.

[@nancyryan6529]

Hello Emmy and Paul! My bedtime routine is to turn bed down. Get myself ready.Then I watch the Weather Channel( I'm a weather buff) The I read for an hour or until tired then lights out. In really hot weather there may or may not be ice cream involved. But I'll never tell😂❤🎉

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that, Debby! Very wise grandfather you had!

[@BlackberryHillHomesteadingAdve]

What an amazing legacy, Debby! 98 is quite an accomplishment to live independently 😊

[@tamihill4229]

In the South really hot. So crockpot cooking works well. Dinner tonight was vegetables soup with cornbread. Dinner for 2 night

[@Doloresgbryant]

I am 73 and grew up in the country in Kentucky, looking back I know how blessed I was. Sunday was always Church, Monday was laundry day for my Mother, she hung all the clothes on the line. There was nothing like the smell of that fresh laundry. Saturday we went to “town” for groceries and anything else we needed, we did not go back till the next Saturday. One day was for cleaning, one was ironing. Daddy raised corn, tobacco and dairy cattle. We had 2 gardens, cows and pigs so there wasn’t much need to go to the grocery. I didn’t know it then but we were almost completely self sufficient, happy, rested. We were so blessed. My parents are gone now so all my memories are priceless.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Dolores, how absolutely wonderful! Yes, you were almost completely self sufficient

[@margiesoapyhairbillian4754]

I love having making my life smaller. I love working so that i can help other people. I love exercising alone - every single day. I no longer drink. I drink mostly water , tea and water. I can't BELIEVE how much money is spent on drinks at the store! I find joy in just walking my dogs.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so wonderful! Good for you!

[@kjobuzzard5792]

I know! I thought today after an errand to run thru Sonic but then thought… I can steep some tea and when I get back I can have some free ice tea. Saved me $2.00 after tip. So proud of me for doing that. I have been known to go thru Sonic a couple times a day! 😂😂

[@janicehoffman5771]

My dad always said, if you can't pay cash for it, you don't need it yet. save for it.

[@lindabader-acosta7808]

My hubby likes to pay everything with cash. I always use my debit card. I have one for bills & another for expenses.

[@theozzy4717]

Cash is king!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Smart Dad!

[@paulahogue7240]

We. Dont spend because we dont have it, we dont go anywhere because we cant afford the gas, we stay home, unless doc. Appointment or shopping 2 times a month, cant buy clothes, but thrift store maybe an outfit once or twice a year, but we are thankful for what we have.😊

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

I don't buy clothes either. I have enough. I buy basic - very basic! - lingerie as needed. And socks. I'd be just as happy never leaving the house, but sometimes you have to. I'm not even going to my own funeral! ... but that's a whole other story. 😂 I cook at home and look after my house. I'm ridiculously content!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, a thankful heart is precious!

[@mares4636]

COKE. I gave it up 3 weeks ago. I'm still craving it. But I can do this.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Good for you!

[@janetstonerook4552]

By the end of this month, I will officially be debt free and have purchased a newer car with cash. I have lived so cautiously and paid off things as I go after needing to go into some debt for house and car repairs several months back. I practiced patience and spent as little as I could during that time. That's not to say I didn't get discouraged. But I stuck it out! And I learned new skills and tricks along the way. So after I purchase my new car and pay off a couple of bills, I'm thinking I'm still going to continue my frugal lifestyle! Because it feels so much better to journal, plan, budget, do most things for myself and make it work than it does to go into debt and then fret about how I'm going to pay for things! Blessings and thank you for your encouragement on this channel!

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

That's an incredible accomplishment! I'm impressed; you should be so proud of yourself. Yaaaaay! 👏

[@pspears2153]

Congratulations! What a huge accomplishment, but so worth it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

YAY! WOOHOO! Janet, so proud of you!

[@deannab9511]

Great job!

[@katherinerichardson1767]

My night time routine: Before I retire for the evening, I will prepare for bed, and then I sit on the couch with the dogs laying beside me while I read until I feel completely relaxed. Next, I go to bed, and the dogs go to theirs.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so calming! Good for you!

[@deborahbiggers7350]

I watch educational videos on you tube as I try to learn something everyday

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's wonderful, Deborah!

[@sarahritter2055]

Our evening routine is to take a walk after a home cooked meal, then come back and sit out in our sunroom next to our electric fireplace, no heat function in the summer, but still enjoy the ambience. Then, we make ourselves either a hot tea, ice water, or a glass of wine, turn on soft jazz for background music, and talk about our day, our upcoming next adventure, our hopes and dreams, anything. There are no phones or TV around, and we enjoy each other's company as the sun goes down. After a 50 hour work week every week, we truly cherish these simple moments together ❣️ Happy (soon to be) 26th anniversary, my love!❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

How lovely! Sounds perfect! Happy 26th Anniversary! We just had our 26th in June!

[@sarahritter2055]

@@FrugalMoneySaver Happy anniversary! I hope your year is filled with joy and peace 🤗❤️

[@francinehogsett3065]

Routines make life so much easier…..😊❤️

[@tugboatgirl1296]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful ride and family girls day fun!! I too don’t have daughters but love doing amazing things with my DILs and nieces and sisters and SILS. Family and friends are everything!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, they are Sheryl!! 🤗❤️

[@d.parisi]

My nighttime routine depends on the season. When we're in the "hot season" I do any cooking baking, canning, making yogurt (things like that that require excessive heat). And I'm not going to lie after that I watch TV. In the "not so hot season" I typically work on my hobbies and then I watch TV. Some single people may agree with me on this: when you live alone and there's no one to talk to TV helps fill the void.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I totally understand! TV can be a great comfort at times!

[@tamera621]

My husband and I sit on our screened in porch. He smokes a cigar and I have a glass of wine……..we enjoy watching the birds at our bird feeder. We have been married 45 years (14 grands) and we appreciate the simple life, we feel so very thankful.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

How precious! Love this so much!

[@jbullen8221]

My chickens go to bed at sunset. Once they are secured for the night, I have a cup of peppermint tea with my latest mystery book from the library. Usually have one of the cats join me in my lap.

[@missamy1]

sounds wonderful!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds like perfection!

[@sandralynch9928]

After dinner I sit on the bench on our front porch and watch all the activity. Then I go inside and work on my latest cross stitch project.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that you have a front porch!

[@traceyuk5207]

Each morning we share the tasks of getting our home ready for the day ahead. At 7am we are showered and dressed , my husband lays the table for breakfast and bleaches the worktops (we have a cat), I get my son up (he has complex needs) and then we breakfast together. Every day is taken up with a laundry catch up! But the bathrooms, kitchen and sitting rooms are deep cleaned twice a week. We go to either the local shopping mall or park most days, mostly for people watching, which our son loves and afternoons are taken up with a potter around our little garden or a KZbin catch up and planning dinner! It’s a routine life, but that’s the way we like it. We’ve had enough drama over the years to last us our lifetime. Your Chanel has been such a support, I can’t begin to tell you! It gives me something warm and familiar to look forward at least once a week, just to watch you guys on here. Thank you both x

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much for this wonderful comment. You said you have a routine life. I cannot think of a better, more important, and blessed life than routine.🤗

[@tinabonner6286]

I feel the same about watching this channel. I look forward to each video.

[@vzimmer1951]

I clean my bathrooms as soon as I get ready for the day. Then I put in a load of laundry. Then I tackle the thing that bothers me the most. I get at least those three things done!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Actually that's a great way to accomplish what you have to!

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

I have suffered with insomnia since childhood. I am a night owl and I do most of my inside work at night. But, even though my sleep schedule is not like that of other folks, I still have a bedtime routine...it's just that my bedtime is much later. (I've learned to work "with" my insomnia and arrange my life so I sleep when I am naturally tired). I shower or bath, then read the Bible, then read a bit of another book if I'm still not sleepy. I brush my teeth, etc. and then go to sleep while praying.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

No better way to fall asleep than in prayer!

[@PeggyS-xm5xn]

We are all wonderfully made by our Father . Sounds like you have snuggled into the mold you were cast from .

[@raiganmtz]

Sounds perfect!

[@andreamarshall9677]

Nighttime routine-watch an old movie, and do handwork such as knitting or embroidery, then off to bed with a crossword puzzle until I doze off! Best routine ever! Look forward to my evenings at home!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love it!!

[@FrugalHappyVegan]

I buy crossword puzzle books at Dollar Tree and do a crossword puzzle every morning while relaxing with my coffee, instead of scrolling on my phone. I recycle them when they're done.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so smart! What a clever way to start the day!

[@TanyaHodges-tp6yw]

I live LITERALLY on top of a mountain… Flat with the earth lol… I love to go outside watch the deer, rabbits and this time of year hummingbirds ❤️ I do believe I WILL BECOME AN OLD BIRD WATCHER … Soothes the Soul… We went to Amish Country today and bought homemade donuts… It’s the LITTLE THINGS ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Always the little things...

[@NoOneUKnow-c3y]

I write in a journal with Bible verses and sometimes I will draw a picture or something to go with it. I don't always do this at night, sometimes it is in the morning. Sometimes I will write in a journal of all the glorious things God has done for me, and also in the Bible verses journal. I have been doing this for about 2 months. I look forward to my time each day that I can do this and I find that I want to spend more and more time in God's word. Also, before bed I am trying to make sure I read a chapter or two of my Bible. These are all free things to do that are bringing me so much joy. Thanks for another great video. I had no idea how beautiful New York is. Thanks for sharing.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

How wonderful! He is our true peace!

[@susanwheeler949]

I have a cleaning schedule, and I always balance the checkbook! If it's off by 1 cent, you can bet your bottom dollar, I will find it!

[@SISSYKAY]

Same! I will drive myself nuts looking for it!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Me too LOL!!

[@marcialitebraus6192]

Work in progress over here. 11 months into my no buy year. No clothing, jewelry for myself. Have so much. A Hobby we started years ago was walking. We walk avg 5-10 miles nightly. Sometimes weather depends but we break it up 5 miles early and 5 at night. Helps me relax and great for sleeping and it’s free. After my walk I do watch television or listen to video. . Have a desk job so fabulous to be out walking. My husband and I also play cards after meals. We have competitions~ started back in Covid. Lots of fun also ~ deck of cards inexpensive Thx for your sharing!!! ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

5-10 miles a day! That is so wonderful! Good fro you!

[@kathrynpatterson7255]

It's baseball season, so most evenings I'm listening to an Orioles game on the radio. I haven't paid for cable or other TV in years, and baseball on the radio is so retro and fun. Reminds me of my Dad...

[@rebeccaharper7859]

My radio sport is basketball.My dad and I listened to the WVU games on the radio when Jerry West played.Now when I listen to the games on the radio I feel my Dads spirit there with me.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that idea! Thank you!

[@TracyAMead]

OH my goodness, New York is just beautiful! My nighttime routine is taking a hot shower, reading some of my book (I'm a Danielle Steel fan), reading the Bible, then head to bed. Have a blessed night!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You as well, thank you!

[@AlishaPeisha]

Oh, I do miss the days of sleeping well! With young children, that makes it very difficult! But I do love having a routine! It's very useful! My night routine is to clean the kitchen, pick out clothes for the next day, and spend time with my kids.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, a routine helps!

[@janetdonahue7786]

I am shocked at how many people do not keep a check register anymore. They just go by what the bank says. I also checked my account every couple of days just to make sure all is OK.

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

I don't keep one. There's no need. I don't write checks so I don't have to see whether they have cleared. I have a written budget and I diligently track my spending. I check my balances online daily. A checkbook is just clutter to me at this point. I suspect it's the same for a lot of people my age (70) & younger.

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

I do have a 3-column book hidden away, so I could definitely start tracking manually again *if* I had to. I hope that doesn't happen though.

[@SISSYKAY]

I know every day what my checkbook balance is. I get an email showing my balance every day and I make sure my checkbook agrees with it. I'm kind of anal about that. lol

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Very smart, Janet!

[@GretchenBostrom]

There are programs like Quicken or Banktivity where you can keep an electronic register and they’ll link to the banks too and you can manually put in info. Could not tell you the last time I used a check. But some of us do keep track just electronically in a program similar to what I mentioned and not solely going by what the bank says.

[@KristynLorraine]

We are also blessed to be in a rural area. 🌄🏡🚜 Yesterday while returning home from our parish we saw a few trees with a bit of red and orange. 🍂 🍁 What a joy!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Already! Oh wow!

[@Varinia263]

After dinner, I like to go out in my garden, it's so dark and I can admire the night sky and listen to the sounds of the night. Sometimes my neighbour's cat keeps me company...😂 The moon was so beautiful a couple of nights ago.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

The moon was amazing! Sounds lovely!

[@MsDoglover02]

I'm really on a library book kick right now. Last night I checked out a few chapters of a frugal decorating book and then went back to a book about saving money on groceries.

[@CherylAllen-os7wy]

You are so sweet

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

I have more books in my house than I will live long enough to read; not even joking! Lots of them are Reader's Digest Condensed. (Lots of people scoff at that but I like them.) The trouble is, you literally can not give them away! So when I finish one, I cut the cover off and recycle the rest of it. I give my paperbacks to my sister to read; and she passes them along, after she reads them, by putting them in a "help yourself" box at her work place.

[@Barb495]

What’s the name of the book and was it digital😊

[@julies3223]

Would you mind sharing the titles?

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love library books! Love books LOL!

[@Sunshine_State]

I use a spiral notebook as a check register/ledger.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's a great idea!

[@lynnhensley4326]

I do this, too. I use a notebook and pencil for my weekly/monthly budget. That way it is easy to make adjustments. Then I wrote down all expenses, except for what we take out as personal expense. I check my bank/ credit card accounts daily.

[@Sunshine_State]

@@lynnhensley4326 💖

[@juliequick5526]

Blessings to you both! My evening routine is definitely not TV. I will either read or watch a KZbin video and then retire. I had to laugh though when you said “What are you drinking” as I literally had a wine glass about 1/2 an inch from my mouth! Guilty as charged but it is Friday evening xx

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

No guilt ever! Enjoy!

[@MicheleL-ve6bm]

I stick to grocery sales for most all of our food and I only buy when it’s a rock bottom price. This keeps plenty of food in the house and gives us variety which we love. In the evenings I make sure my dishes are done and living areas are tidy. Since prices are so high, I stay home more and work with what I have. This one thing has brought more peace and purposeful cooking and cleaning.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Well said! Thank you!

[@fayeshultz4069]

I shower after dinner, put the kids to bed, then it is time to chat with hubby, or watch TV and knit. We always have a cup of tea unless I fall asleep first. . . Which happens a few times a week 😂

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that! LOL!

[@cedarcottagefarm2885]

I don’t have daily routines. I do laundry only when I have a full load and the weather is good enough for hanging clothes on the line, cook 3 days a week and prepare freezer meals once a month. Spring through autumn, I harvest and preserve food, herbs, and herbals teas. One morning a week I have coffee with friends.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that! Thanks for sharing!

[@jodidrehmer8624]

I am an avid Cross Stitcher. After dinner we usually put something on tv but I can’t just sit and watch so I cross stitch. I love stitching gifts for family or items to decorate my home.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Jodi, I bet your stitching pieces are amazing!

[@carolinesaunders8603]

Hi Emmy and Paul, Just gotta say you live in a beautiful place ... it reminds me of southern England (UK) it's also similar to where I live (SW Wales UK) and I love my county (and Country ) it brings me so much joy, I'm lucky to live in such a beautiful place only 20 mins from town, 40 minutes from Swansea (City), 2 minutes from the coast and 1 minute from countryside...well as I have a view of the mountain from my bedroom not even that really, talking of my bedroom it has a bed, clothes storage, alarm clock ....NO mobile phones, no TV no computer, as a result hubby and I get a good night sleep!!😴😴 Our evening routine is dog walk, make and eat dinner watch you on you tube😉 or .....I love photography so I edit my images, or go out and take pictures of the sunset / insects/ scenery etc, I also belong to a club so once PW I go to the meeting. Then it's dog walk get sorted and go off to bed where my hubby and I have a chat about the day or current happenings or well anything really.... it makes our relationship strong, by making that time to chat we often talk about how we see our future from next weekend to 10 years ahead as I say we chat about anything including what's worrying us or how we feel about things...... Communication is the secret to good relationships in my view...well it works for us🤗 My favourite and really only drink that I have is Tea with milk no sugar ....I do live in the UK so was brought up on Tea but I do really love tea I don't like fizzy drinks very much, although I do have the cheap lemonade by my bedside ... just in case... my hubby does like it so it's more for him😂 Sorry I don't like coffee much at all hubby does though so he drinks my share!!. My dogs give me my routine as my boy dog refuses to use the garden for potty so has to go out 3 times a day, so my schedule is kind of set around him 😂🐺🐺 ..Re your bread bargain... Bread pudding and/or bread and butter pudding would be my go to's ...yep I gotta sweet tooth! 🤣🤣😁...Chocolate bread and butter pudding swap out the dried fruit for chocolate chunks also works😋😋🤣

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

What a lovely comment! Thanks so much for taking the time to share with us! Just delightful!

[@jackiephillips9042]

I usually knit, and then when I crawl into bed I read for a bit before turning off the light and going to sleep.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds relaxing!

[@LeighJameson]

We live in Australia, we are enjoying our 30 degree days already. And summer isn’t here yet. I get home from work just after 5 pm, my husband finishes earlier and has tea ready for our family. We then all enjoy a wonderful walk along Lake Macquarie before coming home to fresh fruit for desert. The best part of my nightly routine is reading 3 books to our 3 year old grandson before tucking him into his bed.i must admit I then watch the KZbin’s I enjoy for 30 minutes. Then read before bed myself. A perfect life really .

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

It does sound absolutely lovely!

[@RN-mn3jn]

I’ve kept the same household schedule for 25+ years with Tuesdays being my bed linens, towels, etc laundry day. I love doing laundry and ironing too.. lol.. I’m weird I know. I especially love ironing linen clothing and napkins. I haven’t watched tv in gosh 9 or 10 years in my home. Not bc I hated it but I just don’t have time for it. At night after dinner I have a ginger & turmeric hot tea, usually look at my emails, physical mail, a few KZbin channels, check my online banking accounts ( making sure no fraudulent transactions happened) and call my mom & get calls from my adult children.

[@jillboyd6598]

Really? I love folding and ironing laundry too. You are my tribe.

[@nanag2526]

I love to iron too! My family says I’m weird but it’s relaxing to me. I like seeing the finished product. Hanging laundry on the line is also enjoyable to me. Sadly, I can’t have a laundry line where I live right now but I’m hoping for one again in the future.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Great time to catch up with loved ones for sure!

[@simplyann2710]

Me too! Ironing is relaxing to me. Monday is my day to change the sheets and wash them. I love fresh cleans sheets especially after they have hung outside to dry. I also love to iron pillow cases. Fresh and crisp. ❤

[@lynntruax9110]

After dinner and dishes done… make a cup of decaf tea and knit or listen to new online(not tv--over 10 years since used it!!!). Walk out in the yard just enjoying the critters and flowers and trees. Read a bit till sleepy and turn in for the night…remember to thank God for the day!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Perfect way to end the day-with thanks!

[@alegna4132]

What makes me sad today is that my grandchildren are constantly bought toys and books - not just for birthdays, Christmas. When these times come round it is so hard to know what to get them and know what they already have. The special times never seem as special.

[@kelleyamador8838]

That’s hard to figure out but I’ll tell you what I’ve done over the years…..I dislike getting toys for my grandchildren unless they are of the educational type of toy which I’d say a type of Lego or animal sticker book or a Klutz book - which usually has a game or craft that goes with it.. would qualify. So those have been some items I’ve gifted to my grandchildren in the past. Another type of gift I’ve gotten my grandsons before were books on CD’s which they loved listening to on the 35 minute drive to and from school everyday or when home in place of video games or T.V. Also, quality puzzles are usually well received. I hope this might give you some ideas💗

[@preparingformountainlife]

I have made a habit of telling the house "goodnight" by closing down curtains. Thank you for this knowledge and loving support 💖

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful! Peaceful and gentle!

[@erinnola-raised6543]

After kitchen tidied up I make sure I’ve planned what’s for next supper &, if need to take something from freezer to fridge for defrost. Then to bath & into pajamas & take Pup out for ‘last call’ before I meet my pillow & say Thanks & Prayers.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's so smart to plan dinner for the next day!

[@yvetteschaerer]

My me-time after dinner, is to catch up with the news, watch KZbin videos and maybe some Netflix

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Perfect!

[@witsonsmom729]

I keep an appointment book with appointments, daily/weekly chores, monthly tasks planned out, and write down menus, and what I am doing that day. This month, I am doing a pantry challenge, so I am writing down each day what I am doing to meet the challenge goals. I find that by writing it down, it's more likely to get done. Nite Routine: After dinner, I wash dishes and read or sometimes I work on crochet projects or watch KZbin, depending on my mood. And this time of year, I sometimes go back out to work in the garden.

[@witsonsmom729]

Oh and my nite routine includes taking medicine and checking that all doors are locked and curtains closed before heading to bedroom nite routine...pj's, brushing teeth, and usually a lot of reading.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I love to write everything down too! Helps me so much!

[@jinnemee7327]

Hello Emmy and Paul! Love this! I’m an old fashioned soul lol. When you asked what we were drinking, I almost laughed out loud. I’m drinking water and eating a sandwich of homemade bread with homemade egg salad made from my chickens 🐔 hope you have a good weekend ❤ Janina from Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

😂 love that so much, thank you!

[@debbiegnagey2095]

When it is just my husband and myself, we like to put KZbin on our television screen and listen to night jazz. We like the ones in a beautiful city as if you are in a glass sided building looking at the lights and scenery or those in a cozy coffee shop! Some nights I call family members. If our son is at home we watch a series. We just finished Survivor after a long time and have now started another series! We always pick up where we left off no matter how long it has been. When we are tired we get ready for bed, we take our senior dog out, open the windows in our bedroom, take up insulated cups of water in case we are thirsty overnight, make sure we have something at hand in case we have low blood sugar bedside,and turn on a fireplace nightlight in our bathroom. We only set an alarm if we must be somewhere early in the morning like bloodwork or Doctor appointments. Appointments.

[@nanag2526]

Wow! What a beautiful way to spend your evening. I never thought to look for those types of KZbin videos. I want to try that. A mini vacation at home

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

We love listening to those lovely jazz channel with the beautiful coffee house scenes too!

[@nhlams]

In our home it is water and homemade lemonade. Only occasional soda when company comes and they bring it. Love the view....I lived in northern NH and miss it very much. But at least I am still in NH and can take a trip up there. I am getting into a routine in making my own bread and baked goods. Also make my own yogurt and buttermilk. We eat out very little! Love this channel, thank you for all that you do.

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

It's strictly coffee and water at my house. We will split a beer maybe once a month on average. Never any pop and very rarely any fruit juice. We eat whole fruit if we want it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I need to look into making buttermilk!

[@cltinturkey]

@@FrugalMoneySaver I'd love to see that "recipe" on one of your videos. It would be a useful skill to learn. Thanks.

[@kathileedean3851]

You’re probably not going to believe me, but as I clicked on your video, something told me it was going to be special.. I’m from upstate NY, transplanted to TN, but your scenes of the hills nearly made me cry. Your nieces are gorgeous, BTW. Thank you, as always, for another great video.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

What an uplifting comment! Thank you, Kathilee!

[@cltinturkey]

All four girls are beautiful!

[@ritacaizzi9279]

Hi Emmy! After the nightly news my daughter and take a 30 min walk in the neighborhood. We get to talk to neighbors with their kids and dogs. A little tv then take a shower and have tea before bed at 9.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds perfect!

[@SISSYKAY]

I only drink water and milk. I've never liked fruit juices and stopped drinking soda years ago. That breakfast meal looked delish! I have a very boring routine. Well, probably boring to others, but not to me. 🤣 One thing I always do when I shut the lights out and go to bed is I read my kindle book(s). I always fall asleep reading and hunt for my kindle in the morning! Usually falls on the floor when I fall asleep. Have a great weekend Emmy, Paul and Dixie!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You as well Sis! I love boring!

[@patbethea111]

I read the Bible, Pray 🙏 then play a game. Look at the News and then it's time to go to sleep 😴.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Pat, sounds relaxing!

[@vibekes2416]

My nighttime routine 😊 I usually have dinner around 5-6 O'clock , then I do spend some time on KZbin, planning my new lifestyle 😅 I try not to spend much time on TV, just calming down, and spending some time in the bathroom, maybe a bath or a shower before bed. Skincare routines, haircare, and I go to bed early 😴 Hopefully these early evenings will be a positive change. Good night ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@KathieGalle]

We have a tank just outside our backyard fence in West Texas. We love to sit outside on the back porch and watch the dragon flies flying around it and the fish jumping when it’s not to hot. (Not lately 😓). Weekend mornings we enjoy drinking our coffee out there as well. The deer have gotten use to us and quite often come out while we are there to get a drink and graze. Very peaceful and a blessing. ❤️

[@mariesharp1186]

My evening routine is KZbin videos or listening to relaxing music, quality time with my dog!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderfully relaxing!

[@KristynLorraine]

We pray the Rosary together before bed. ♡

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that so much!

[@AScotOnTheLoose]

I must admit I do constantly take in and appreciate my surroundings here in Scotland. I am lucky to have access to the scenery.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Good for you! That’s great!

[@MaryLou-k5p]

I just retired at 71 so I get my walks but here in Florida has been hot so limit the walls but I try up early and just find things to do frugally and always look for your channel

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So kind, thank you, MaryLou!

[@janetshares]

I too use a check book register. I know where every penny is spent. This time of year after dinner it's usually in the 70's in the evening so we sit outside after dinner and watch the sunset or go for a walk. Then we do re-treat indoors for a city light view and watch the lightning (monsoon season here). Then watch some tv. What a great buy with the bread! I freeze just about anything extra that I buy.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful, Janet!

[@sophianachtigall3598]

My husband and I read before bed. First we read with our son to put him to sleep (he is 4) and then we read our books. We have very big home library. Most of the books we read, wo own.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that you read with your son!

[@cathylingo9521]

The weather has been really nice here in Jersey so we have been sitting on our front porch with our dog after dinner. And we have also been playing “Racko”. We have been trying to watch less TV. Especially the news. So much bad news.

[@missamy1]

Racko is a great game!! Very nostalgic & sentimental for me... I played it often with my wonderful Grandma. Happy memories!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Racko, I will look into that!

[@tonifloerchinger3462]

Every evening, weather permitting, a friend and I walk toward the sunset...we stop and just enjoy the sight. Also, I brew a cup of my favorite tea and sip it while listening to soft music. In my bed, I read a chapter until "lights out".

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful and calming!

[@rozmaryna1825]

It's 8 pm here in Poland and I'm watchig hour film live💚

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks!

[@OnemorethingK]

My husband and I love to go for walks in the fall, winter, and spring. In the summer we swim at our community pool. We have a kayak and a lake nearby and incorporate that as well, not a big tv watcher anymore.Love this channel!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

We love having you here! Thank you!

[@suzannebinsley5940]

My nightime routine has been interrupted by an illness. It used to be crochet and read, now its on tv and on my phone. I am finally starting to get better. The phone is like a substitute until I have yarn money. It has taught me about crochet projects and possibilities, plus giving me gardening ideas too. I have to put up a deer fence, but I have made a ton of progress on my garden this year.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh, I am so sorry you have not been well! Really hope you are feeling better!

[@CharlesJones-bu5hk]

Being frugal is joy for me!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Us too!

[@razsbags]

One of your best videos! Watching your video in the dark to save on power. Haven’t watched TV for over two years. No battery so use daytime solar power & watch on an old iPad. Simple. Drinking water with homegrown lemon.

[@razsbags]

Thanks for showing us New York mountains!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so very much for the kind words!

[@yelenayeli9529]

I love to read old fashion family novels about living in The Netherlands in the 19th century. I sometimes buy a book for 1 euro. That is cheaper than the library. And I share books with my mother and a friend. For drinks we have what you mentioned. I sometimes make syrup of elderberry flowers in spring. And I have some herbs in my garden to make tea when I want lemon balm of mint tea. I love it to watch your video's. How you both are and how your kitchen plus decorations are. It gives me such an eightees vibe

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you!

[@donnas6835]

Lately my nighttime routine has included a quick walk after supper. It's hard to get out the door sometimes, but I always enjoy it once I'm on my way. I like to read, draw, do puzzles and yes, watch a little TV. I try to make Sundays a no screens day. I went back to work a couple of years ago, but I will be retiring in a few weeks, and I can't wait! People keep asking what I will do, and I have a ton of plans to live even more frugally than we have for the last little while. 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

We always say we are busier now than when we worked!

[@missamy1]

Routines bring a sense of calm predictability to the home, which is especially beneficial for children. Chaos is stressful and makes them feel unsafe, even though they can't articulate that. Wonderful video, Emmy. Thank you!!

[@sjchan3199]

Yh we have housework routine, do washing when have full load. Also track all spending in a book and track our water and electric use. When we put in our readings every week we work out the how much how much it costs. I also use money envelopes and have one for emergency/ unexpected bills.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I couldn't have said it better, Miss Amy! We always had a routine with our son. It helped so much!

[@margieangel]

I balance my checkbook every week, which has been a great blessing to me over the years as I know exactly where I am at on a weekly basis.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes! That’s the way to do it. Good for you!

[@deannab9511]

What a beautiful picture of you and your family! I went to northern NY 10 years ago and was surprised by how absolutely beautiful the countryside was! Wonderful tips!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

It's gorgeous! Thank you!

[@SarahFWilkin]

After a nice home cooked meal, we enjoy relaxing and will usually watch a little tv or talk. I love to knit while we do this. We will also hang out with our 4 animals and love to watch them play!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds great!

[@soniamunoz7]

After cleaning kitchen, prepare coffee so I just have press ON for coffee maker & make partial breakfast & lunch for husband to take to work.😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Paul sets his coffee up every night too! I turn it on for him in the morning!

[@rebacarmack8335]

I have an upcoming defibrillator procedure, so I made 2- pans of meatloaf and cooked several squash &onions for the freezer. Hopefully will get a few more dishes made. At night I watch a couple of u tube videos, ride the stationary bike, then more videos or read till sleepy.

[@pspears2153]

Prayers your procedure and recovery go well. 🙏

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Reba, prayers for an uneventful procedure and a quick effortless recovery!

[@janetstonerook4552]

I seldom drink soda, alcoholic beverages or juices. I stick to water, tea and coffee. About once every month or two, I might eat out at a restaurant to meet up and chat with friends. It's a special treat for me that way and very enjoyable as I'm retired and live alone. I'm pretty flexible about household cleaning routines. But I tackle it one room or area at a time. I might do extra on a rainy day when I'm stuck indoors. I have a cleaning lady about once a month to help with extra tasks. I make it a rule to always keep the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry done up weekly and trash bagged up and stored in a container in the porch for pickup.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, we all need treats and visiting for sure!

[@robinlacey9273]

In the evening I make cards. I also spend time addressing envelopes and writing notes in the cards to mail off the next day

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

How wonderful, Robin! I bet the cards are lovely!

[@emelineeldwinge8701]

I absolutely love your channel! It is sweet, inspiring and educational. It is like having an extra set of parents or grandparents through youtube. Thank you so much for your work!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So kind and encouraging, Emeline! Thank you!

[@rachelr9272]

Yes- I totally still use a paper check register. I print them out free on 8x11 sheets of paper and have them in a 3 ring binder. I have a section for the register, as well as a section for my budget. I have my budget printed out for each month, divided by 4 weeks with each bill that comes out of each weekly paycheck. It is crazy how much money I’ve saved over the years by budgeting by paycheck.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So smart!! Good for you!

[@karenbransome6978]

My nighttime routine can change at the drop of a hat as i have long covid, and the fatigue is horrendous. On a good day, I prepare and get things ready for the next day and fix any todos for the next day. Then, read a book or listen to a book on my phone. Get ready for bed and snuggle. On a bad day, you'll be lucky if I've done the dishes, 😅 let alone get ready for bed. 😅 When that fatigue hits, it is clearly game over. Hugs and blessings from Leicester England xx😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh I am sorry to her this, Karen! Please take care and rest when you need to!

[@janetbusch6517]

Thank you so much for showing some of the beauty of my home state of New York. So many people think NY is just the city....but most of the state is more of the clip you showed. Made me homesick!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

New York is 54,556 square miles . The city is only like 350 miles. Not sure why people always think our state is one big city LOL.

[@janetroberts9126]

I have never thought about a night time routine. I like listening to music and sitting on the porch. I also listen to podcasts. I also like to have a cup of tea, like camomille as a calming action before going to bed.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that!

[@jillboyd6598]

I smiled because i have a housekeeping schedule. Laundry snd floors on Monday, bathrooms on Tuesday, dusting on Wednesday, projects on Thurday. Makes me so happy. I dont have any friends that clean like this.....i know there are lots of others but not in my small circle.

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

I shop on Thursdays. It's the first day of the new flyers. So I try to schedule everything else (appointments etc.) for the same day. Usually I can; not always.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Jill, that is so great! I am sure that schedule works so well!

[@katherinerichardson1767]

@jillboyd598, I also have chores designated for each day. Doing the work in this matter frees up time to do what I really enjoy doing. I know about how much time it takes to do laundry, mopping and etc. so I can plan my day accordingly.

[@iwatchyoutube2811]

My everyday routine is going to bed with my 3-year-old and only listening to some channels (also yours), mostly without watching it bc of the screen lights 😉

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you!

[@yvonnehill3954]

Loved this video Emmy & Paul! It was excellent and I loved all the points you made........so good. How true that we don't have to live at break neck speed like the rest of society. Those 'old fashioned' ways are so often the best. Thank you for all the helpful food for thought. My wind down routine is to stop watching any screens an hour or more before bedtime. I clean my teeth, have a wash, get changed. Then my husband and I read the Bible and a daily devotional together and we pray together and commit the needs of others to the Lord and also commit any concerns we might have about the next day into His Hands. I go off to bed feeling relaxed and peaceful, because I know I can trust God to take care of my needs. Thank you for your excellent videos. Have a wonderful week and may God bless you both.❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I cannot think of a better nighttime routine than what you and your husband do every evening. That is true peace🙏🏻❤️

[@pattidaly3567]

I use my register religiously every day. Always balance my money. Keep close watch. I enjoy it! First thing in the morning I'm on my computer .

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Very smart, Patti!

[@candyrenee2152]

After work I dust and vacuum a room each day. It makes the weekend much nicer and I can do things for my mom with out thinking of what I need done. It also makes Sundays a lot nicer when you can just chill.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, so smart to clean that way!

[@nhlams]

Night time routine......sometimes we read but mostly we watch a series on tv. We are usually sleep by 10.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Us too!

[@tinabonner6286]

Oh my gosh! I love watching you and your videos!! My hubby and I usually walk in the evening. At least while the weather is good. I absolutely loved the tip of baking other things in the oven while it’s on. Great top! Love you guys!❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So kind, Tina! We love you all too!

[@brendarector4194]

Lovely cup and sauce Emmy.Liked the scenery of green too.Soon getting ready for fall in Nova Scotia.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Here too! Thanks for watching!

[@angelaperezescudero5900]

Hi Emmy and Paul , It’s nice to see your vid every week as you both are doing down to earth . Blessings to you both And family ✨ After dinner I do try to relax and see tranquil KZbin vids . I am interested in health and nutrition . And exercise and I read the Bible .and other books .

[@angelaperezescudero5900]

Made a mistake, I meant you both down to earth no pride I enjoy company of people that are not comparing .

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much! Blessings right back!

[@kimmyfox726]

Yes I have a house cleaning routine Monday bath Tuesday is vacuuming the hole apartment, Wednesday is dusting living room and my bedroom Thursday middle week tidy Friday dusting and putting those few sale items, Saturday laundry Sunday rest Each night I tidy a few items before going to bed

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds great! Very practical!

[@jonnaborosky8836]

First, about the bread, I thought bread pudding! After dinner, I watch a few videos on KZbin. I say Vespers and Matins, make sure the cat has dry food down, clean my glasses for the next day, finish my private prayers, check my feet (I'm diabetic), pull the sheets down and get in bed. Then, as I relax to fall asleep, the cat will jump into the bed and expect me to rub her head and neck, which will keep me awake for a while. At some point I have to quit. Forgot to mention that while I'm watching a few videos, the cat comes and flops down beside me to let me know she's ready for me to brush her, so that has to be included.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Jonna, that kitty sounds like such great company! Saying Vespers is such a blessing

[@mksugerman1500]

My husband and I watch Court TV and discuss the latest trials and news. We have dinner before this and discuss our day and make plans for the weekend.

[@SISSYKAY]

Me too! I'm currently watching the Robert Tellis trial. I watch it LIVE on Court TV KZbin channel during the day.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful! So important to just sit and "discuss!"

[@deborahloveless1034]

Usually I straighten up the living room then head to my sewing studio. I can always find a project to work on. Sometimes I have a quilt in the hoop and will sit on the couch watching youtube while hand quilting. It is very relaxing to me.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful!

[@leiannalogan4197]

Thank you so much for the beautiful scenic view of New York!! My nightly routine is crochet/reading. This is how I unwind.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, it's a beautiful state!

[@carolyneastman6095]

I’m not on my iPad very much during the day, so after supper I watch some KZbin and play a couple of games, feed my pets a night time snack, tidy up around the house and get ready for the next day…..thanks for sharing the scenery of your beautiful area…great looking ladies in that picture 🤗

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so kind! Thank you!

[@nanetten6238]

I don't have many vices left these days, but one of them is Diet Dr. Pepper. You just inspired me to brew some tea and wean myself off the soda. Thanks to you and your husband for this content!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You can do it! Thanks for watching!

[@sandraboose3686]

Beautiful mountains! Looks like my view from kitchen.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So beautiful!