With us all washing our hands more than ever due to Coronavirus (a scary concept, when we should all have been washing them before hand… pun alert!) sales of antibacterial soaps have shot through the roof. But, are they really any better than the good old fashioned bar of soap? Antibacterial soap is often found …
It’s a funny time of year for weeds. The weather is still warm, but the rain is falling. Perfect weed growing conditions! You hoe the ground, clear those nasty buggers, blink and they’re all back again. You feel like you’re loosing a battle. Your back aches from bending over, knees sore from kneeling, and you’ll …
National Fish and Chip Day (4th September) is dedicated to fish and chips, often described as the “nation’s favourite dish”. But with many people turning to a vegan diet in the desire to live a healthier life, there are tasty alternatives to try. Marlene Watson-Tara, author of the definitive vegan cook book Go Vegan suggests tofu as a …
Ah September, already! The year is just flying by. As the evenings draw in, we feel a sharp bite in air. The mornings take a while to warm up. The days can still be glorious, but we know that winter is just around the corner. It’s time to prepare. You may have seen my last …
Well, Hello again. It’s been a while hasn’t it? Almost 8 months to be exact. The world is now a very different place. Covid 19 has ravaged it’s way around the world. Hundreds of thousands of people have died. The world stood still. Weddings cancelled. Babies born without cuddles from eagerly awaited family members. A …
Kitchens can add as much as 10% to property value, according to a stat compilation by Thoughtshift UK. There’s a reason that “kitchens sell homes” is such a popular saying within real estate circles. Warm and nourishing, kitchens represent a major part of the home. You can transform your kitchen into an appreciative asset too, without …
Oh sure, you could leave your dog in the kennels when you go away on holiday, but not only can this be expensive, but it also means the four-legged member of your family misses out on some much-needed r&r with the rest of you. So, if it is practical for you to do so, why …
We all yearn to know more about ourselves. However, unless your family has a resident genealogist, you probably have some unanswered questions about your origins. Up until about five years ago, that meant months, often YEARS of exhausting research. We don’t know about you, but countless trips to the local archives and interviewing distant relatives …
It’s all gone to shit. The world is changing fast and unless you’ve been living under a rock recently, I’m sure you are well aware of the World’s plastic crisis, climate change, rising sea levels, fires, flooding and the increasing threat of a new World War- basically we are in deep, deep shit. I wish …
It’s a new year, which means more new board games for us to review. The Asmodee Blogger Board Game Club has a whole bundle of new games for you guys to try this year, and I am always honoured share with you our latest favourites over the next 12 months! This month we have been …
Wow, 2020 already! Happy New Year! I’ve been rather quiet on my blog over the last year. So much has happened in my personal life, that has taken up so much of my time. I went back to work in Adult Care services, I had a promotion too and I’m working on my diploma. Our …
Interior design is an essential part of any home. With open plan homes on the rise, different fabrics and small touches are a great way to divide the room into separate areas. Your home can be stylish, practical and cosy with the right interior design. Avoid bad design trends with Swift Direct Blinds’ guide to …
Many of us have elderly relatives who live with the terrible disease that is dementia. You may be wondering what kind of gifts you can give this Christmas, to someone who has dementia. Did you know that 1 in 6 people over the age of 80 have dementia? I work as a professional in a …
Maybe you have a big farm, or maybe you just have a small holding; either way, you need to be sure you’re ready to bring in some bigger animals. Just because you’ve got the money in the bank and the time to care for these creatures doesn’t mean you’re going to be perfectly capable of …
