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Life Admin Skills Every Teen Should Know Before Leaving School

15/07/2025

I don’t know about you, but at times it feels as though school teaches everything aside from how one manages daily life. Algebra? Absolutely. Planning one’s GP consultation? Barely. When your teenagers grow up and move into adulthood, there will come a point when you can’t help but wonder how they’ll manage daily responsibilities without your constant reminders. Whether they’re heading to university, an apprenticeship, or Sixth Form College, a little life admin know-how can go a long way in helping them feel independent and not relying on you for absolutely everything. So, in reality, what ... read more

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Home Or Away? How To Choose The Right Location For Your Next Home Move

15/07/2025

The moment when you choose to move house can be incredibly exciting. But, as we all know, moving can also be stressful, and that’s not just because of the paperwork involved. You’ll also have some pretty difficult decisions to make Location has to be the hardest choice of all. While the chance to change your situation is ultimately a great thing, choosing where to settle can be tough. One question you’ll especially need to answer is whether you should buy somewhere close to home, or whether you should consider moving away and starting fresh.  Unfortunately, only you know the answer, ... read more

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Our Home’s Changing Seasons (And Why I Let It)

14/07/2025

It's really satisfying to notice how your home shifts with the seasons. Not in any grand, Pinterest-perfect way, just subtly, gently, like a familiar rhythm. And instead of resisting that change or trying to control it, I’ve learned to welcome it. Source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/cozy-living-room-15558114/ Spring: Light Finds Its Way Back Spring always begins with the light. It spills into the evenings and creeps into corners that spent all winter in the dark. The chairs lean in a little towards the sun. The kettle goes on a little less often. The windows open wider, not just ... read more

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Three things that are important when looking after your health

25/06/2025

Photo by Chevanon Photography: https://www.pexels.com/photo/low-angle-view-of-woman-relaxing-on-beach-against-blue-sky-317157/  Your health is the most valuable thing in the world - it’s worth more than money, more than your job and more than anything else you can imagine. It’s simple when you think about it, you could have all the money in the world, but if you aren’t healthy, then you are not going to be living a great life.  Looking after your health can be achieved in various ways. The obvious things are your diet, your fitness and how much water you drink. Other factors ... read more

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Budget‑Friendly Ways to Keep Kids Warm This Winter

20/06/2025

It always feels like winter sneaks in overnight. One minute, you’re moaning about autumn drizzle; the next, you’re making a mad dash to find last year’s gloves and wondering if the kids’ coats still fit. If you’ve got little ones running around, you’ll know how quickly they seem to feel the cold, or worse, how quickly they say they don’t, then get sniffly two days later. Keeping your home warm and your kids cozy doesn’t have to mean cranking up the thermostat and steeling yourself for the gas ... read more

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Six Things To Do Before Moving Home

10/06/2025

When getting ready to move home, it can feel as though you’ve got 100 different things to do - and unfortunately, that’s not far from the truth. After all, you’re making a significant life change, even if you are staying within the same neighborhood. Photo by Erda Estremera on Unsplash Of course, this can make it a little difficult to figure out where to begin. With that in mind, here are six things you must do before moving home.  1. Hire a moving company. Working with a company that specializes in removals can make moving a lot less stressful. This is because you do not need ... read more

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Give Your Home Something A Little Extra To Make It Feel More Like Yours

10/06/2025

CC0 License - Pexels Credit Have you gotten to a point with your home where you are struggling with it? Perhaps this is because you no longer like the way that it looks, or perhaps it’s because it feels like it’s outdated. No matter the reason, you have got to do something about this as the last thing anyone wants is to walk through the front door and feel as though it’s not yours anymore for some strange reason. So, change needs to happen and that’s why we’re here. Down below, we’re going to be taking a quick look at some of the things that you can do to make it feel like yours again. Want ... read more

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Updating Kerb Appeal: 4 Easy Fixes To Do Today

10/06/2025

Image credit Kerb appeal is often overlooked in relation to home decor, in favour of it being for selling the property alone. But it's not just about selling property. It's about your own enjoyment of your home. If the sight of your house or its exterior has a negative impact, it can influence how you feel when you walk through the door. Even if the interior is a delight for the eyes, the outside can dampen this joy. However, when your home looks and feels inviting, it becomes a source of pride and personal satisfaction.  How can you make your home look just as good on the outside ... read more

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Helping Your Child Thrive in Their First Year Away From Home

26/05/2025

The moment your child gets that acceptance letter, everything shifts. One minute you’re nagging them to pick up their socks; the next, you’re shopping for duvets, highlighters, and a laptop charger long enough to stretch across a dorm room. The first year away from home is a big one — not just for them, but for you too. It’s a time filled with excitement, growing pains, and new routines. As parents, we can’t be there every step of the way, but there’s still a whole lot we can do to help them settle, succeed, and shine. Via Pexels 1. Don’t Rush the Goodbye That drop-off day is its ... read more

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5 Signs You’re Turning Into A Hoarder

21/05/2025

Pexels. CCO Licensed. Hoarding is a mental disorder that involves accumulating clutter in your home to the point that it has a serious negative impact on your everyday life. A messy home can quickly spiral into a hoarding habit without many people realising. Spotting the signs that you are turning into a hoarder can help you to make positive changes before things become too serious. Below are 5 signs that you may be turning into a hoarder. 1) You keep buying items you’re not using Many hoarders compulsively buy things they don’t need. This could include clothes that you’ve never worn, ... read more

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