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5 Ways to Get Over the Common Cold*
I don’t know about where you live, but this honestly feels like we’ve had the longest Winter in history. On Monday we went for a walk to a local park and when we left, the sun was out but then the freezing fog came in and it was back home with the fire on and hot chocolate. It’s nearly the middle of April now, yes April showers but not freezing fog! Because the weather has been this way since the beginning of October (6 months now!) every one has had to cope with catching a virus multiple times! I’m just getting over a cold that’s gone into my chest and…
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3 Ways to Make a Small House Bigger*
What happens when you buy your dream home only to find a year or so down the line it’s just not big enough? You may have another child, or children who originally shared a room suddenly want their own space? Or you might suddenly need a home office if you start working from home. Whatever the reason, moving could be off the cards not just because you love your home, but the sheer price and stress that comes with it. So today I’m sharing 3 ways you can make a smaller house bigger so you don’t have to move. Credit Add a Conservatory Maybe it’s a living space issue and…
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Unusual Things to Gift New Parents*
A new baby is a time to celebrate for most people, whether you’re the parents or not. I remember when I had LM, we were blessed to be showered in small gifts. LM got a pile of pink clothes (I was told I was having a boy so everything I had bought was gender neutral or blue), plush toys, she was well and truly spoilt! I was given flowers, bath products, alcohol since I’d gone nine months not drinking, a huge achievement for 23 year old me! And when a friend has a baby I love to buy for them. However, me being me, I like to be original and…
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Creating a Functional and Inspiring Office Space*
So you’ve finally gotten around to converting your attic or spare room into an office space, but where do you begin? There are so many things you can do to make it a place of inspiration and creativity – it doesn’t just have to be an office. When you want to be sucessful, you need to ensure you have a place for your business to thrive, check out a London SEO Expert success Story You’ll Never Believe. This article provides a few tips on getting the most from your home office space. Before you start setting up, it’s worth talking to a structural contractor and a roofing contractor – they…
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BBQ Success This Summer That Anyone Can Achieve*
Ever since the UK discovered the joys of al fresco eating, and patios with bifold doors and the vast umbrellas have made us less weather-dependant, we’ve been barbecuing here too. But we’re not nearly as skilled in the art as our American counterparts. This summer, there’s a high chance you’ll find yourself standing in someone’s garden while a man in a novelty apron attempts to incinerate the contents of a small butcher’s shop. He’ll be surrounded by several other men clutching beer bottles and offering encouragement and advice. You’ll wait at least three hours for the first sausages to roll off the grill. And, unless you are spectacularly blessed, they’ll…
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Four Family Friendly Holidays in France*
France is known for its world-famous champagne, fine dining, and romantic City breaks. So, is this destination only suited to couples and grown-up travellers? Definitely not. As a country, France is roughly 2 and a half times larger than the United Kingdom. Most importantly, each region offers something exciting and unique to families. The following four are among the most magical of French destination. Fall in love with the Loire Valley Exploring one of the many UNESCO heritage sites in the Loire Valley makes for a fun and interactive geography ‘lesson’ for all the family. There are numerous lakes to explore and take a paddle in. The magnificent fortress at…
