Having a constant echo in the bedroom can be extremely discomforting. Some of the major causes of echoes in a room include high ceilings, surfaces that reflect sound and so on. There are several ways in which one can reduce the echo in a room. Today, we have put together a list of effective tips and suggestions that will help you to reduce that terribly annoying echo in your room. Here’s everything you need to know: 1. Use Rugs And Carpets To Cover Your Floor If you have a hardwood or tile flooring in your bedroom, there are high chances that you will be bearing the brunt of a ... read more
How not to make your home a target when you’re away
In these days of social media many of us tell everyone where we are most of the time. That's the way it's become. But with stories coming out (ironically, initially as rumours on social media) about insurance companies refusing to pay out on claims because they say someone has advertised that their home has been empty for a while it really does pay to take a sensible approach to home security. The old fashioned phrase "safe as houses" might not always ring true any more, but there are definitely steps that you can take to make your home as safe as possible. Firstly - don't overly ... read more
The Skills Parents Need To Deal With Teens
File link Kids are amazing when they are young. They’re cute, they’re funny, and they can’t talk so they don’t give you any problems! When they hit their teenage years, all this stops as the hormones take over their body. For them, it’s a difficult transition which takes time getting used to, and it’s the same for mums and dads. Stuff you could say and do that wasn’t an issue suddenly causes them to fly off the handle. It’s as if they’re a new person and you don’t know how to handle them. Thankfully, parents before you have been through it and left notes. Here are the skills which will help ... read more
5 Christening gifts that will stand the test of time
If you’ve been Christened, chances are that you’ll have been gifted items from your Godparents and those who attended your ceremony. But, do you still have them? Do you know where they are? Did you ever receive them from your parents when you were old enough to appreciate them? Christening/Naming gifts are tricky to get right; if you’re attending a ceremony the last thing you want is to spend money on a gift that’s going to end up in a box in the family’s loft! To give you a little inspiration, here are 5 Christening/Naming Ceremony gifts that are sure to be a hit. The gift of ... read more
8 Ways Alcohol Makes You Less Attractive
Most people associate heavy alcohol use with causing health problems. If you drink too much for too long, you could end up with liver disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes. If alcohol use doesn't cause these health problems, it is bound to make them far worse. As true as this may be, it doesn't tell the whole story of the effects of excessive alcohol consumption. Not many people consider how alcohol can make you less attractive. Like many things that are bad for us, alcohol changes how we look, as well as how we're perceived by others. Both of these are key factors in attractiveness. ... read more
My twenty year bucket list
It seems that when anyone has, or is approaching, a birthday that includes a zero in it there's some sort of unwritten rule about writing a bucket list. This year I turned 40 and to be honest there's so much going on in my life in 2018 that turning 40 hasn't really featured much in my plans. I've bought a house, moved house, got pregnant, got engaged and before the year is out I'll be getting married and giving birth. Turning 40 happened somewhere in the middle of all that. Slap bang in the middle of the year in July in fact. It's got me thinking though. So many people have bucket lists ... read more
The Pros and Cons of Buying a New Car
Love that new car smell? Who doesn’t? Having and driving a new car can be a wonderful experience, but is it for you? There are many things to consider, and sometimes a used car is the way to go. It often depends upon your income, lifestyle, and a host of other factors. Wondering what to do in your situation? Read on for the pros and cons of buying a new car. Pros of Buying a New Car Warranties This is probably one of the biggest benefits to owning a new car, as the dealer will often even offer an extended warranty beyond the expiration date set by the manufacturer. Although most ... read more
My dress wishlist – my virtual shopping frenzy revealed
The hot weather just keeps on coming wasn't it. There we all were complaining about snow and ice going on for ever, yet now the complete opposite seems to be true. Comparisons are being made with the heatwave of 1976 and you can see why. Yes, we're blessed with things like air conditioned cars and shops, as well as being able to inexpensively buy fans to help keep us cool at home, but trying to dress for the weather can still be a tricky one. It's a few years ago now when I suddenly took the plunge into dress wearing after years of just being a jeans and t-shirt kind of girl. Inspired by a ... read more
My Australian Dream
Australia. The other side of the world. A land of sunshine, kangaroos and Neighbours. A huge country that British Backpackers go in their droves to have an adventure. Yet a place that Australian backpackers leave in their droves to come to London and work in a bar instead. Australia has always fascinated me, but until the wonderful Ruth from DorkyMum came into my life I thought it was a place that I was happy to miss out on. I'd been to New Zealand, which seemed much more my kind of place. How the last few years have changed that. When Ruth and her family moved to Tasmania it opened ... read more
Bedroom makeover ideas you can do in a weekend
Does your bedroom look even more exhausted then you feel? If your bedroom leaves you feeling underwhelmed and you don’t really wish to spend any more time in it then necessary then now might be the time to consider a bedroom makeover. Thankfully, it’s pretty easy to orchestrate a bedroom makeover, depending on how much you want to spend and how much time and skill you have to offer, most of the ideas below can be done within a weekend. Creating you a gorgeous new bedroom space for you to enjoy for the weeks and months ahead. Let’s get started! Your lighting There’s a ... read more