Every flipping year. It’s the same. Just when I think I’ve avoided getting the back-to-school lurgy, I succumb. Wouldn’t it be good if the frequency of snot-storms reduced as you got older? A tiny bit of compensation maybe. This year’s version has been particularly horrible – snotty and bad-tempered. And far worse, of course, than […]
The grumblings of Adventure Ted.
An old post, but reinstated for Super Sister who had the school animal at home last week. Last Tuesday boy three brought Adventure Ted home from nursery. This was a very exciting event. Ted is a slightly grubby teddy bear wearing ill-fitting shorts and a slightly sneery expression. The idea, the nursery ladies said, was […]
Bring your kitchen back to life
For many people, the kitchen is the heart of the home. So when they begin to look a little dated, it’s only natural to want to transform the room into a modern space. A streamlined, contemporary kitchen design, combined with integrated appliances, thoughtful lighting and a mix of levels that helps to keep your room clutter […]
“Just Be Yourself!” Who’s That Anyway?
Ever since we were all kids, we’ve had the same phrase drilled into our heads over and over and over whenever any issue came up: “Just be yourself!” Develop your first crush? “Just be yourself!” Scared of making friends? “Just be yourself!” Dream job interview? “Just be yourself!” Time and time again we hear this […]
Insert cheesy heading about being true to yourself here
In which the penny drops and we wait for the life’s chunky KitKat to drop to the bottom of fate’s vending machine (or something). Hat trick – the term originated in cricket. A bowler who retired three batsmen to three consecutive balls earned himself a new hat, paid for by the club. I googled and now […]
What’s been going on this week – Birthdays, weather and a gourmet delight
Tips To Improve Your Photography To Achieve The Best Photos
Tips To Improve Your Photography To Achieve The Best Photos Most up-and-coming photographers dream one day to become a renowned professional and have their own photography studio. While some will see their dream come true, others will fail somewhere along the way. The only way to have a successful ending is to improve your photography […]






