Category Archives: ethical living
Spring lamb
Ah, the first signs of spring in the English countryside – darling little lambs! Last weekend I cuddled and bottle-fed some of them just like they were infants – except for one big difference – these little guys are going to the … Continue reading
Filed under ethical living, green living
evil ebay?
When the new clothing line by Madonna for H&M hit the high street last week I picked up a few things, thinking that I could hawk them on ebay for a profit if the collection was a real hit. After all, … Continue reading
Filed under Birmingham, ethical living, money making tips, thrifty
Resist the urge to upgrade
If mobile phones are the latest fashion accessory, I’m on the worst dressed list. Friends have been chortling at my ancient Nokia for years but it never bothered me. Handed down to me by my boyfriend, my mobile came with an ancient … Continue reading
Filed under ethical living, green living, thrifty
Ethical ISAs
With the tax year ending April 5th, many Britons are thinking about where to stash the few extra pounds we’ve managed to scrimp and save this year. My choices are limited because I only have a meagre bit of money … Continue reading
Filed under banking, ethical living, thrifty
Holidays: where thrift and ethics collide
I LOVE to travel, especially to fabulous, far-off places where the food is scrumptious, the beer is cheap and the culture is mesmerising. Last week my boyfriend whisked me off to Marrakesh for my 30th birthday. It ticked all of the … Continue reading
Filed under ethical living, thrifty, travel
