We’ve all been there at some point, and we’ll all be there again at another point. Life is full of highs and lows, and, when we’re low. It’s easy to look inwards and reflect on what we want to change about ourselves; or, simply, what we want to change about our situation. It’s easy to … Read more
When your little ones come along. The way you look at the things in your home can really change. One you are a parent you no longer of worrying about the latest accessory, or chicest table to complete your decor. Instead, you are thinking about whether it is child-friendly or a safety risk. But there … Read more
Gardening is more than just a chore, it’s a lifestyle. It’s something that helps people to unwind and get closer to nature. Gardening has repeatedly been shown to help stressed out parents relax. It can lower blood pressure and is a great substitute for walking or other exercises. What’s more, you get to learn a … Read more
Winter is coming, and it’s usually the time of year when the last thing we want to do is go outside. Dark nights and low temperatures mean that we often just want to curl up in bed with a cup of cocoa and a hot water bottle. But what if, instead of trying to escape … Read more
As you know I have mentioned a few times (quite a few) that it is about time we thought about redecorating and upgrading some of the rooms in our house. As much as I would like to tackle the kitchen, it is going to take ages and is smack bang in the middle of the … Read more
This year our Christmas Dinner may be for just the nine of us, or possibly eleven, depending on if Asa’s parents decide to join us, to me nine isn’t that many to cook for (I do it every day!) So it does make me smile when people get stressed about cooking for a large amount … Read more
Aldi is tapping into the increased consumer demand for traditional toys this Christmas with the launch of a retro wooden toy range. With the trend for traditional toys and games showing no sign of slowing down this Christmas, Aldi’s new festive toy range is sure to satisfy the needs of many shoppers with craft sets, … Read more
Filmmaking experts will prepare spellbinding Hogwarts in the Snow feature. This festive season, film fans are invited to discover how special effects experts make snow that never melts, how set dressers transform locations for Christmas scenes, and how flames are created without fire, as Warner Bros. Studio Tour London opens the doors on its most … Read more
Still playing catch up! Here are the last two weeks 67 – I kept wondering why Viggo was obsessed with putting things on his head, until I walked into the kitchen and found these two crazy cuckoos! 68 – Viggo copies his big sister so much, i’m sure there was a photo of Eowyn … Read more