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Summer holiday in pictures

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This year lack of forward-planning and money meant we were holidaying in the UK, near Hexham. As it turns out this was a fine choice and meant that even those of us who left our passport in the pocket of our trousers in the wash could come too. Also, being pessimists, we weren’t disappointed by […]

How to stop papering over environmental cracks.

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Credit   The majority of people nowadays have some idea about their impact on the environment. It’s something that we’re careful with as a generation. We know our carbon footprint, we try to use ecologically sound cleaning products, we focus on ways we can reduce our energy usage.   No matter how green you might […]

The Perfect Week: How to Set up Your Home Office Like a Pro

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Working from home seems like the dream, right? Lounging around in your PJs, tidying up a bit around the house as you go, and enjoying lazy days where you get to work at your own pace. While all of this sounds like a lovely Sunday afternoon, it’s not quite the reality when it comes to […]

How to Recycle Unwanted Gifts

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We’ve all been there. It’s Christmas or our birthday, and we’ve opened many presents. Most are amazing, however, some a little less so – what’s a person to do? Say thank you, and if it’s an ornament, place it somewhere “out of the way”; an item of clothing, wear it that one time; a gift […]