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Year’s end – 100 words

January 1, 2023 By Ellen

  Year’s end I wept at false summits, legs aching, throat dry How much further? One more step, another. Surely now, that’s the peak. There. This time. Standing, gasping, hands on hips Lake glints. The path behind me dips And twists, and I can’t see the rocks that tripped me The spot where we ate […]

Filed Under: 365, other things I have learned Tagged With: 100 words, 2023 challenge, creative writing, New Year

Learn How To Choose The Right Change For Your Home

December 7, 2022 By Ellen

Are you considering making some changes to your home? This could include a significant remodel or some small renovations that fit more comfortably into your budget. It all depends on what you want to achieve with your home as well as the restrictions that you might be working with. So, let’s explore some of the […]

Filed Under: other things I have learned, review Tagged With: budget, home, jobs, renovation, Review, space

The Best Exercises For Relieving Stress

November 15, 2022 By Ellen

Stress has a big impact on our bodies; it can take us from feeling great to breakouts on the face, feeling low, and being anxious or worried all the time, and if it carries on to chronic stress, the impact becomes an increased risk of strokes and heart issues.    Stress also means that we […]

Filed Under: other things I have learned, review Tagged With: dance, exercise, Review, stress

5 Birthday Party Ideas for Children

November 1, 2022 By Ellen

Birthdays are huge milestones for both parents and children. It’s right that there’s no need to put in a lot of effort as they’re young and will likely forget but it doesn’t stop you from getting excited and putting on a full spread. If your child’s birthday’s coming up and you’re short of ideas, don’t […]

Filed Under: boys, family Tagged With: birthday party, cake, celebration, children, party theme, theme

Should I Consider Theatre School for My Child?

November 1, 2022 By Ellen

Should I Consider Theatre School for My Child? If you have a musically gifted or otherwise theatrical child, theatre school is worth considering. It can offer them the platform that they need to find their way into the industry whilst also continuing with their education. It’s often a misconception that stage schools focus solely on […]

Filed Under: boys, family Tagged With: acting, children education, confidence, creativity, drama, music, Theatre

Teaching Your Child to Use Social Media Responsibly

November 1, 2022 By Ellen

Teaching Your Child to Use Social Media Responsibly Social media has become a big part of our lives. For some it’s a way of exploring their passions and finding a similar community of people while for others it’s about staying connected with friends and family. Whatever they choose to use it for, it’s vital that […]

Filed Under: boys, family Tagged With: children, danger, education, safety, snopes, social media

5 Maintenance Checks You Should Perform on Your Property

November 1, 2022 By Ellen

If you’re a homeowner, it’s important that you keep an eye on your building’s health. Prevention is always better than cure as they say and spotting problems can help you to deal with them before they develop into larger ones. You can also identify if there are any serious underlying causes. Cracks for example can […]

Filed Under: family, review Tagged With: boilers, cost of living crisis, home, maintenance, repair

100 words – movement

October 9, 2022 By Ellen

If you’d seen me in the class with the others on our mats, you couldn’t tell. My pose – all swiveled and clutching – looked just like others. Bent pipe cleaner, tangled headphones.  But I knew it was wrong. Pushing and silently grunting, I couldn’t twist past my spare flesh-cluttered front. My shameful flesh-cluttered front, […]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: 100 words, creative writing, shift, yoga

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