The Sunny Side of the House: When Life Gives You Strawberries – Memories of a Fenland Boy
As always, with book reviews, sharing my thoughts on The Sunny Side of the House: When Life Gives You Strawberries – Memories of a Fenland Boy is hopefully just enough to interest you in the book without sharing any spoilers. I am a fan of David Bailey’s work, having previously read one of his other […]
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Caffeine and ADHD
I have inattentive ADHD. In 2021 I was diagnosed, and since then we have managed and viewed life understanding more about why I am the way I am. I am currently not medicated. With the agreement of my medical practitioner I self manage most symptoms and ADHD issues. Part of that is using caffeine. Caffeine […]
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Beetroot, rocket, feta and chickpea salad
I am not a salad fan, in that I find lumps of lettuce and soggy cucumber most unappealing and unappetising. However, there are certain salad ingredients that when combined, make a delicious and easy meal, that you can make as health or indulgent as you want. I don’t want hamster food, I like texture, taste […]
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Making cooking fun for kids with computer games
Making cooking fun for kids isn’t as scary as it sounds. One of the things I think I have done very right is teaching my kids to cook, and to be able to work in the kitchen at home, so eventually when they leave home, they will at least have that skill. For me, food […]
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How to fit a cat collar properly and safely
Fitting a cat collar properly is essential to ensure the safety and comfort of your feline friend. A well-fitted collar can help in identifying your cat, especially if it includes an ID tag, and can also support other accessories such as bells or GPS trackers. However, it is important to strike a balance between a […]
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Back to School Giveaway
Back to school seems to have come fast this year as the summer holidays end. But don’t panic, there is still a little bit of time to prepare and get organised and we have a fabulous giveaway to help you get ready, with some items that will help make the back to school planning feel […]
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Sorry Twitter, I mean X, it’s not me, it really is you. Time to say goodbye
Dear Twitter (I know, you are X now, but I still prefer Twitter and this is my blog so I will call you what I want) It is time. Time to say goodbye. I don’t mean a temporary break either. We have hung around with each other since the summer of 2007 when I joined […]
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Why teaching kids to cook is a great life skill
Teaching kids to cook is a game-changer for a whole load of reasons. It’s not just about making sure they can fend for themselves when they’re older. Cooking teaches life skills, builds confidence, and even helps with things like math and science, all without them realising they’re learning. Plus, it’s a great way to get […]
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Why you should microchip your cat(s)
If your cat is not microchipped then read on, because there are several reasons, both practical and legal as to why you should microchip your cat(s) and it’s not just a gimmick or to earn your vet more money. Both of our cats are microchipped and have been since they were very young. Our previous […]
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Basic Hygiene Tips for Camping Trips
If you know me in real life you will know that I have not been a fan of camping, but that recently I realised that if done properly, it isn’t as bad as I thought but the personal hygiene aspect of camping is a bugbear of mine so I thought I would share some basic […]
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