Summer is over, we had our first blast of wintery weather last week and the blankets were back on the bed. One day I even wore winter boots to do the school run! As much as I do love wintery weather, I love layers and candles and getting ready for Christmas one of the things I really don’t like is all the illnesses that go along with the colder months. Last week both my sister and dad came down with colds that have gone onto their chests, neither of them were especially prepared for the sudden change in weather along with my nephew starting school and bringing an assortment of…

Why it is Vital That a Parent Limit a Child’s Use of Technology Technology is everywhere and there is certainly no stopping progress in our, “always wanting more,” society, but with younger and younger kids being given cell phones, it makes it seem as though parents are simply giving into the demands of their kids to make them happy. Parenting is not nor ever has it been about making kids happy. They come into this world not knowing anything. It is the parent’s job to ensure that the child learns about the world in the best way possible. We as parents have to do more to ensure that our children…

Being someone in my late 20s, hurtling headlong into my 30s (eek!) of course the idea of marriage has crossed my mind a few times (a lot of times, since I was like 9, not even going to lie about this). However as yet, I haven’t taken the plunge due to many reasons. But do you want to know what’s sad? People who’s wedding I attended in our early 20s have already started to get divorced. Not all of them, but a few and I didn’t realise just how much cost goes into it! I’ve broken up with guys and moved out, and that’s costly enough (throw in a couple…

Many women want to improve how their skin looks. It’s one of those things that can instantly lift the way you look. But so many get it wrong. Overcomplicating matters and trying too hard. Achieving flawless looking skin is simpler than you think. While, of course, what we put into our bodies has a big effect. Drinking more water and eating the right food, there are things we can do to improve our skin’s look. With that in mind here are some top tips to help you achieve flawless looking skin. Protect your skin everyday One of the biggest problems your skin faces each day is sun damage. It’s one…

Ah, summer is upon us, and that can mean only one thing – BBQ’s. There is nothing better than popping into the garden on a summer day and cooking up some of your most favorite alfresco treats. If you are raring to get your ‘outside chef’ on this summer, then you might be a BBQ expert already? If not, don’t worry, just read on for some good advice on how to get the best form the BBQ season below. You have a weather proof BBQ solution One of the most telling signs that you are an aspiring BBQ expert is that come rain or shine you have a way of…

Sometimes, you want to explore a new place as slowly as possible. You can take the time to wander the streets and duck into any restaurant or store that looks interesting. However, you don’t always have time to do that. Sometimes you only have a short amount of time through circumstance or you might plan a day trip. If you want to get a quick glimpse of a city or region, a sightseeing tour is a perfect way to take in all the highlights. San Diego in California has a lot to offer, and you can plan the ideal trip there, whether it’s for your family, church group, or friends.…