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Im 67 and retired. I can knit and crochet but I had to give it up cause of carpal tunnel in one of my hands. I just bought trekking poles for walking to burn extra calories and give me a boost as I walk. I'm not usually bored. I packed up my television and stored it away. It's been over 6 years of no TV watching and I don't miss it at all and I don't own a computer or iPad either. Whatever I miss in the news I don't mind or care. And I am a girl. I like to bake and cook and help older people other than myself whenever I am needed. Life is joyful.

Mary’s repaired toys are precious. ❤

It’s so nice to see Mike having a chat…hope he does more. And funny little Mary guarding her toys. I am 70 and I walk, paint, cook and spend time at our senior centers…we have 10 to choose from so I’m lucky in that. Retirement is definitely an adjustment. When you are working retirement sounds heavenly but it’s not always as good as it seems. So yes keeping busy keeps you happy and going. Thanks for another great video.

I spend my days reading, sewing, cleaning and of course watching Frugal Queen in France.

I too like to have all my laundry completed by the end of the day. Washed, dried and returned to its place. It doesn’t seem done if it’s hanging out calling my name. I do not mind laundry. Even when I had a large family living at home. I always counted it a win that I didn’t have to lug it all down to the river and pound it on a rock. A washer is such a blessing. Your quilt squares are beautiful. I love having Mike make an appearance on the videos. You have quite a woodpile accumulated. Good on you. Have a happy week going all you do.

I too live below minimum wage but live a good life and don’t feel deprived. I am debt and mortgage free, living a frugal life in the Uk. I do a new budget every month, have a fully funded emergency fund and sinking funds. At 73 I am still able to look after my house and garden. Once a year I pay a gardener to cut my boundary hedges as I don’t feel safe climbing on a ladder with electric hedge trimmers. This cost is budgeted for. I grow a small amount of salad and vegetables. I go foraging for blackberry and raspberry which I freeze for the winter. I buy second hand cook all my food from scratch. I buy food items on sale and try to stock pile offers so I never have to pay full price. I love your channel and all the tips I pick up from you and also from other peoples comments. Being retired allows me time to do things and shop around for bargins.

Loved the video, the puppies and the rising tree. You guys are very hard workers! Thank you for sharing Jane Mike Dolly and Mary.

Oh my goodness, I laughed so hard when the tree went back upright!😂😂😂

So❤ much wisdom

Mary's toys look adorable with the little patches. I am all for repairing something even when it is a 50 cent item. It's good practice for maintaining expensive items. That way our first reaction is to fix rather than toss.

I live as frugal as I can, but always love your videos for ideas. I am single and will retire in the next couple years, not well prepared for it, so will need to be always searching for new frugal ideas. Thank you both!

Loved "the look" when tree went up. I too have repaired kids and pets stuffies. For my dogs we used old socks stuffed into toe of one sock and tied to make a ball they could chew and sling around. They loved them. Nice to see and hear Mike.

Our daughter in law passed away 3 years ago leaving our son a widower with a 4 month old. My husband and I retired and moved cross country to help take care of our grandson. So our "retirement" hasn't been quite as we planned - in fact, we've been working harder than ever :) But our grandson starts nursery school tomorrow so we will now have several hours per week of "retirement" time. I enjoy all your videos but especially this style as I love seeing what others do in their retirement and on a budget.

Hi Mike and Jane I too live on a minimum wage in a single income household. I’m now 62 and consider myself semi retired as I only work one job. Up until last year I worked a minimum 3 jobs and a maximum of 5 for many years as a single Mum of sons. I got mortgage free aged 54 and although I don’t plan on retiring I’m now able to work without pressure and choose to take unpaid leave frequently for holidays. You channel has been beyond helpful to me and I enjoy and look forward to them!…… Thank you to you both for your informative content. Love to Mary and Dolly 🐾🐾💙💜💃

Wonderful! This is the healthiest way to live- keeping mentally and physically busy, content, and purposeful!

LOL! "What's the opposite of timber?" Love your sense of humor, and I was giggling to myself watching that.

Evening Jane and visual Mike yes keeping busy is the answer to boredom as long as we have our health - great video

That was absolutely hysterical when the tree decided to resurrect!!!! And then you go the dog toys....my husband and I had JUST talked about how our Rosie disembowels her toys....yet she has a few that she just refuses to let go.

Always so many good thoughts and ideas 😊💜

Love that you can enjoy being in your home and no money 💰 is spent. I love being at home and currently working on my yard and organizing ❤