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Things you can do now you’re 50

June 4, 2017 By Ellen

Not quite a week after the marvellous celebrations that marked my half century (yes, I know, I can’t believe it either) and the doormat is troubled by another envelope. This one cheerfully invites me to send in samples of my ‘bowel movement (poo)’ for testing. It even includes instructions and little cardboard sticks for smearing […]

Filed Under: boys, family, other things I have learned Tagged With: 50, birthday, Dunoon, family, fifty, humour, NHS, Scotland

What do you read in the lav?

June 4, 2017 By Ellen

Not long ago I was chuffed to discover that this ‘umble blog was the lavvy reading of choice at the home of a pal. For the smartphone generation littlest-room reading has no limits – with your pants around your ankles you can google yourself to where ever you fancy. Is it me, or is the […]

Filed Under: books, clutter, housework, reading, toilet

Brilliant Careers for Those Looking to Work from Home

June 4, 2017 By Ellen

More people than ever are choosing to work from home. Working from home gives you the option to work around family commitments, set your own hours, and avoid the astronomical costs of childcare while still contributing financially. When considering working from home, it’s important to think about your options fully. Here are some great careers […]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Review

The perils and pitfalls of the office tea round

May 24, 2017 By Ellen

Just your cup of tea, from ajft via flickr “Would you like a cup of tea?” “How nice, yes please. Just milk.” A perfectly ordinary exchange, like millions heard in offices up and down the country. But don’t be fooled – behind these 12 innocent words is a complex web of social obligation and potential […]

Filed Under: coffee, manners, other things I have learned, rota, tea, work Tagged With: coffee, freelance, humour, office, tea, work

Father’s Day 2017 Gift Ideas

May 24, 2017 By Ellen

It’s just a matter of weeks until Father’s Day is upon us. How are your plans coming along? If the man in your life is a daddy to small children, then it’ll be up to you to do something nice for them. You might already have a few ideas, but if you’re struggling to think […]

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