Reading the Simplicity Classics

[HappyHiker]

Love the list! I've read them all.

A book that got me started on simple living/voluntary simplicity way back in the 70s came even before the hallmark Elgin book. It was called Living Poor With Style published in 1972. https://www.amazon.com/Living-Poor-S.../dp/B0012X5QDK.

The book changed my life. Just about all I own and use is used--except for underwear and shoes...and some major appliances..which are aging nicely.

Thrift shops are treasure hunts as are online marketplaces. My favorite thrift shop which benefits those kicking addictions sells books for $.25...and the little free libraries are terrific for re-cycling books and finding new ones. Does my book-loving heart good!

[sweetana3]

Brings back so many memories. I still have my Your Money or Your Life on the bookshelf. We no longer "need" to be frugal to save for retirement, but we choose to do it. It is more fun to chase down clearance deals at our two favorite grocery stores than it is to visit one big superstore. More enjoyable to make our own morning coffee. And lately we have commented that we enjoy eating at home more than going out, even for celebrations.

Example: last night we had some Beecher's Vodka Sauce Macaroni with Cauliflower and a side of fresh steamed broccoli. Both were on sale. The Beecher's was $3.84 instead of the $11.99 and the whole bag of broccoli already cut was $1.90 and will make 3 meals. Tasted like we were eating out.

However, I will spend more on one pastry than make a bunch at home. Dont need the temptation and I just do it occasionally and not every week.