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How to Throw a Cocktail Party*

The French have ‘apéritif’, Italy owns ‘aperitivo’ and what do we bring to the civilised space between late afternoon and evening? Happy Hour? Time to revive the louche decadence of…

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February 23, 2016
Life

Lincoln Blogger Meet 21st June 2014

If you follow my best friend Bee over at Journeys are my Diary, you’ll already be well aware of this. But in case you don’t, I’m here to fill you…

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June 24, 2014
Other

The Carry On That Best Matches My Louis Vuitton Bag*

Once you reach adulthood it can often feel like you don’t really get a lot out of life. You have further education as you train for a job. Then you…

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March 19, 2020
  • Parenting

    5 Ways to Make That School Run Easier*

    September 4, 2019 /

    This week, all over the country, parents will be starting up their morning routine as kids head back to school. Prior to becoming a mother myself I had no idea just how important and stressful those few hours in the morning can be, especially if you child doesn’t want to get up and get ready (that is mine pretty much every morning). I don’t know about anyone else but it feels like a military mission before 9am! Anyway, this is my forth year doing the school run and I’ve picked up some ways to make it easier and quicker which I’m going to share with you today. Get Up Early…

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    Helping Your Child Develop their Critical Thinking*

    November 8, 2021

    5 Signs Your Child Needs a Tutor*

    October 11, 2021

    Five Moral Values You Should Explore With Your Kids*

    February 10, 2025
  • Parenting

    The Benefits of Breastfeeding for Both Mother and Baby*

    August 29, 2019 /

    While you are in the thick of your pregnancy and beginning to plan out the nursery for the baby by imagining the decor, and you may be even shopping for baby onesies early on. That is because you are either unsure of the baby’s gender or you already found out the baby’s set, but you know there is a chance the technician may have been wrong. And another thing you are pondering at this point as well as whether or not you want to breastfeed your baby. It is absolutely true that fed is best as not all mothers are about to nurse or exclusively pump for their babies. It…

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    Little Miss Cosplays, Part Five

    February 16, 2016

    Helping Your Child Overcome Social Challenges*

    August 14, 2025

    A Letter to my Daughter on her First Day at School

    September 7, 2016
  • Parenting

    Newborn Babies, New Parents: The Basics of Caring for Your Newborn Child*

    August 29, 2019 /

    Taking care of an infant is quite demanding. Constantly watching them and attending to their needs can be overwhelming and tiring. First-time parents are mostly clueless about how to handle a baby and often muddle through infant care. Tips from seasoned parents and baby experts will help you take care of your child. Make doctor appointments Infants require the expertise of a doctor to check on their growth and attend to them when they get sick. There are pediatric doctors in Lehi, Utah say who say that parents often book appointments, but many new parents need to know the proper time and schedule. Pediatricians are specially trained in children’s health and…

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    Hacks for Surviving a Long Haul Flight with a Small Child*

    August 15, 2016

    Lelli Kelly School Shoes at Jake Shoes Review

    May 25, 2017

    What Little Miss Read July & August (and a Giveaway!)

    September 6, 2016
  • Life

    Mimosa Pudica – Touch it More to Gain Plentiful Health Benefits*

    August 28, 2019 /

    Mimosa pudica, a very delicate to touch plant, is often referred to as the sensitive plant or touch me not. If you have touched the leaves of mimosa pudica before, you would certainly know how quickly its leaves retract and fold up as soon as they feel the stimulus. In case you’re wondering if the folding up reaction takes place only because of touch, then do know that the same reaction is seen in response to sudden changes in light and temperature conditions. This delicate plant has several medicinal properties. It has its origin in South and Central America. Nowadays, Mimosa Pudica seeds are also cultivated in a big way…

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    Looking Back on April 2016

    May 1, 2016

    #ChristmasJumperDay 2013

    December 13, 2013

    5 Places to Sell Things When Money Gets Tight*

    October 27, 2017
  • Travel

    5 Reasons to Visit Chaweng in Thailand*

    August 27, 2019 /

    This post is in collaboration with Villa Finder. With the end of British Summer Time nigh, and having just finished enjoying our final fling in the sun this past bank holiday, I know myself and many other Brits will have started to think about a holiday in the sun for 2020. With the rise of social media, and people wanting to put their money towards a holiday in paradise that will look amazing in their grid (that is the way of the world these days), a bucket list hot spot like Thailand is becoming increasingly popular with all sorts of travellers, from retired couples, to young honeymooners, backpackers and even…

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    Top Travel Tips for Disneyland Paris with a Toddler

    July 7, 2014

    A Guide To Family Attractions Around The UK*

    July 11, 2023

    Business travel; 4 Things to Keep in Mind to Ensure a Good Trip*

    September 2, 2021
  • Home & Interiors

    Eco Cleaning Hacks to Try*

    August 26, 2019 /

    In recent years cleaning hacks have become and more and more popular with the rise of social media, and my own personal favourite hack website, Pinterest (I mainly use it to plan my holidays rather than find out the best way to clean a block plug, but each to their own). Houses have moved from those eclectic places where we show off all our nick nacks to this white and grey show homes. Again, each to their own. More and more people are also spending money on a cleaner. If you’re looking for one I recommend TidyChoice. However, this has lead to a rise in plastic and chemical consumption which…

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    9 Ways Your Garden Can Actually Save You Money*

    November 4, 2022

    Take the Stress Out Of Home Renovations*

    April 28, 2017

    Who is the Best Website to Buy Living Room Furniture*

    March 29, 2021
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