Hello!
So it has been 2 days since I finished the living below the line challenge. I am now thoroughly enjoying all of the food that I have. However, there are some things that I learnt from doing this that I wanted to share.
First of all, if I was to do it again, I would definitely buy some different vegetables. Having the same meal 5 days in a row got pretty boring. Nevertheless, I did also learn that buying food that amounts to £5 is very difficult, so I guess choice just isn't really an option. However, even though I did get hungry, I surprised myself with being able to live off the limited amount of food, I even tried to experiment with them. I tried to make egg fried rice and it failed miserably and everything stuck to the pan, but that is not the point.
Being on a gap year and still living with my parents means I haven't really had to always make my own food, and it turned out in the end to be quite enjoyable. Although because I live with my parents they just happened to make two of my favourite meals, as I was sticking to my rice and onions it was very hard not to eat their leftovers.
Another thing I discovered was when I was offered food or drink at work or other people's houses, I didn't know whether I was allowed to take up the offer. In the end I usually did because it was free, and tea is just a lot better than water, especially when the weather is cold.
Lastly, I realised that even though I struggled with my 5 days living off of £5, this is the reality for many people in poverty, and they also have to buy clothes and other essentials with a very small amount of money. At the end of the day I am very privileged to be able to eat without having to think of the cost, and for that I am thankful.
That's all for today, don't forget you can give to the amazing charity tearfund, who help those in poverty, through my justgiving page; https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Eviessouthafricafundraising
Bye!
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