Propagating your Poinsettias
Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima) are plants known for their vibrant red and green foliage and are usually popular in the winter and around Christmas. They are one of my favourite plants and I currently own one that is over four years old. I often feel very sad when I see them in shops or garden centres […]
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The next steps if your GCSE exam results are not what you hoped
Receiving your GCSE exam results can be an exhilarating yet nerve-wracking experience. You’ve put in months of hard work and dedication, hoping to see your efforts reflected in those all-important grades. However, life doesn’t always go as planned, and sometimes the results may not match your expectations. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s […]
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Why not to use Klarna when online shopping
Today’s post is from Dan at The Financial Wilderness, a UK based personal finance blog on the impact of people using Klarna when online shopping. Over to Dan! Hello everyone! If there’s one section of the economy right now that’s still going gangbusters, it’s online shopping. No matter if we’re giving ourselves a little treat […]
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Back to School Giveaway
All parents facing that time of year, after the end of the summer holidays know that back to school is not always the easiest of times, and it can be a little bit expensive. Whether your child is starting school, going back to school, starting secondary school or even moving onto college, there is something […]
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Emily’s Algarve Escape – book review
I was kindly asked to review Emily’s Algarve Escape for this blog post. There are no spoilers but I will preface this by saying that I ALWAYS read the last chapter of a book before I start reading it from the beginning and this book definitely didn’t end the way I thought it would. I […]
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Skye Tales – a great introduction to computer games
I was kindly asked to review Skye Tales and share why I think it’s a great computer game for introducing your child to a computer game, without some of the side effects that gaming can have. As a parent of a child with ADHD, who struggles to manage the stress and overstimulation that screen time […]
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I am not the problem, it’s ADHD. The ADHD diagnosis
The one with where we find out it might not be anxiety, it might actually be ADHD… If you have read my blog or followed me on social media for any length of time, you will know that I have dealt with anxiety and mental health issues for most of my life in one way […]
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Smashed potatoes with herb and pecorino
I love potatoes, partly because they are so versatile, cheap and can be used for so many meal combinations, but also because they are comforting, filling and delicious and this recipe for smashed potatoes is easy, and works well as a crowd pleaser but also for adding to family meals. This recipe serves four but […]
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Supporting your child waiting for exam results
If you are a parent of a teenager in the UK who is doing any kind of official exams then exam results time in your house may be a bit of a tense time for everyone. Some children need less support but some may be anxious as they wait for the day when they learn […]
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Introducing a New Cat to Your Existing Feline Friend
How to Introduce Another Cat to Your Existing Cats. Some simple tricks and tips to help you bring a new cat into the house.
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