We all have to get older. Time doesn’t stop for anybody, no matter how much we will it to. However, getting older doesn’t mean your brain needs to slow down, or stop functioning properly altogether. When many people think of ‘old people’, they think of people who are less mobile, forgetful, and unable to look after themselves. There are a few key things you can do to prevent cognitive decline as you age, that should help you to stay sharper for longer. picture Get A Bit Sweaty Exercise has so many benefits, that we would be quite silly to ignore them. Many people say they don’t ... read more

If you are looking to lose weight, then it can be a real struggle. Motivating yourself to count calories or restrict certain things from your diet can be really difficult. Day after day doing just that can get monotonous, so the chances of sticking to it can be pretty low too. So it is easy to see why many people choose a diet plan to follow. It is so much easier when you’re told what you should or shouldn’t be eating. Even better if there is food provided for you, right? But do any of these diet plans really work? Are they going to be worth the money? Here is a quick low-down on some diets ... read more

(Image Source) A lot of people have fond memories of growing up and spending loads of time in their family garden. Paddling in pools and playing with outdoor toys is all part of childhood, and most parents want to be able to give their children the same thing. But, it can be hard to achieve this goal when your garden is more of an ornament than something to be used. To help you out with this, this post will be going through some of the ways you can work towards your own usable outdoor space. So, now, you just have to get the kids outside to enjoy it. A lot of people worry about having ... read more

I often find myself wondering, or even talking to other parents, about the fact that when it comes to being a parent there are actually quite a few "secrets" that you only talk about with other people who are "in the club". There are certainly lots of facts about pregnancy and childbirth that never seem to be discussed with non-parents, or things that they never seem to mention during the classes that you all go to beforehand. People always talk about women glowing in pregnancy, but my kids are now 7 and nearly 5 and I still seem to be waiting for that "glowing stage" to actually arrive. It ... read more

(Image Source) In the modern world, school truly a great thing. Unlike long in the past, where children would have to rely on their families and local people to teach them, they can have their entire education catered for. This has helped society to grow to mind boggling proportions. But, of course, schools do have their downsides. Unfortunately, several areas aren’t covered during most children’s education, and one of them is particularly important; finance. A lot of people leave school with no real idea of how they should manage their money. So, to help you out with this, this post will ... read more

Picture Source As we’ve talked about in other articles on this site, moving is a big deal. Even if you know the area to which you’re moving, you’ve only figured out one part of the equation. You need to figure where exactly you’re moving to and you also need the perfect house to match that perfect location. It’s a tough line to walk, but it’s so important that you ensure you’re moving to a house you love even more than your current one. Otherwise, the whole move is pointless. The following points include everything you need to figure out when moving home. Where you’re moving to. This ... read more

Decorating a house has always been a style statement. However it's not just floors and walls that have the most impact on how a room looks, a sofa or seating arrangement is often the focal point that makes a design complete. Take a look below if you want some inspiration for what to do with your sitting rooms for any of the upcoming seasons. Flickr Designer Dining You can really spruce up an eating area with dining chairs. You can style your home with a retro look which is always in season. It’s up to you whether to go for either a 60s art deco look to mix and match old and ... read more

It might be a little too soon to think about the kids returning to school after the summer holidays (especially for your little ones); however, a bit of preparation can go a long way. Ensuring that you’re all set for what the new school year and term time may bring, will help your kids (and the rest of your family) to settle into their routine and stay as happy, active, and as healthy as possible. The following are some tips and tricks that you can start thinking about now, so that back to school will go as smoothly and as stress-free as possible, for both kids and grown-ups. Image ... read more

There was a time when the only real way to meet someone new was to either know someone who knew them, or to pluck up the courage to speak to a complete stranger when out somewhere. There was the possibility of becoming friends with someone and that then developing into something more, but that wasn't always practical if you were working long hours. It may be that there is something very particular that you are looking for in a potential partner - be that a physical attribute, something in their personality or maybe a shared passion for something a bit quirky. There were the dating columns ... read more

Years ago I was involved in a networking group for engineers. Twice a year we would all meet up somewhere in Europe and have a fantastic time. Alongside the official programme of events would be a variety of social events that everyone enjoyed. They led to some life long friendships and some relationships too. One day at a planning meeting the task force were trying to come up with ways in which the network could help our members more. A key thing in the group was that many of us had to regularly work away from home. Either a few days in a strange town, city or even country, or in some ... read more