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5 Other People to Celebrate on Valentines Day*
In the past I’ve popped up a post with some ideas of ways to treat yourself this V Day, if you’re single and today I thought i’d expand on that by sharing 5 other people you could celebrate on Valentines Day. Although it’s driven home that Valentines Day is a special day in the year for couples to express their love for one another, but to me, if you’re in the right relationship, that’s every day. Instead, I try to view Valentines as a day to celebrate other people you love. Parks and Recs have raised the profile of Galentines Day which falls on the 13th February and it’s about…
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Five Moral Values You Should Explore With Your Kids*
There’s a lot more to being a parent than putting a roof over your child’s head and making sure they eat. You also have to help them grow into a good person so that they can be successful both in and out of school. Many people who have faith in their life may seem like their at an advantage, but as the world changes that isn’t the case. But if you follow Christianity, you may be looking to evolve it and involve your children. Invest in some faith clothes or Christian apparel and head to a Church on a Sunday, getting your children involved in your faith can help teach…
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Children’s Uniforms Through Time*
In the UK, wearing an outfit individual to a particular school is not a modern idea. The first noted “uniform” was declared by The Archbishop of Canterbury in 1222 that students had to don a certain robe called a “cappa clausa” and Christ’s Hospital School in Horsham which first opened in 1552 adopted a uniform for its pupils back in the 16th century! So let’s have a look at the changing face of school uniforms and how they compare to what children wear today. 19th Century In the 1800s, The Elementary Education Act of 1870 made education available to all pupils in England and Wales. This meant that there had…
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Adding Luxury to your Life*
The world is an increasingly stressful, worrying place. Whatever your political affiliations it’s rare for a news cycle to go past without reason for concern. One of the most important ways to maintain your equilibrium is to ensure you have a few luxuries in your life to help you relax. Perhaps treating yourself to a new wardrobe to make yourself feel good is one such luxury you allow yourself? Ditching those oversized hoodies and oversized t shirts and investing in some flattering plus size t shirts that actually fit really does work! Being comfortable in your own skin when you’re out is a great way to reduce stress and worry.…
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Empowered Women and the Rise of the Self-Love Ring*
Next month on March 8th is International Women’s Day. A day born out of our desire to be equal. Through this, there is a new trend emerging for women and it’s all about self-appreciation and self-loving. It is the rise of the self-love ring; some women are even taking it as far as marrying themselves and others are in a relationship referred to as ‘sologamy’. Having spent years in unhappy relationships including an abusive one with men, I can honestly see the appeal. These days I’m happier alone than in a bad relationship. So together with Angelic Diamonds engagement rings, we take a closer look at the trend and how…
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Why You Should Write a Will in Your Twenties: It’s Never Too Early!*
It’s never too early to write a will. In fact, it’s a good idea to write one as soon as possible! So, to discover why and what to include, read on… None of us like to think about death, especially when we’re still in the early years of our lives. In our twenties, we feel invincible, and most of us don’t write a will until we’re old enough to come face to face with our own mortality. Unfortunately, people can die at any age, so it’s never a bad time to get your estate in order. You can write your own will if you want to save money, or contact…
