Sadly, there aren’t too many occasions these days, when it’s more appropriate to send a handwritten letter, than a quick-fire, finger-tip whizz across-the-keyboard, email. Which I think is a shame. It’s true, the greeting card industry seems to have created more than enough ‘special’ days, to pressure us into spending money. These days, there is…
Author: Jane
Make A Budget – Gain Control Of Your Family Finances
It happens to us all, at some time or other, the moment when a major home appliance breaks down, or the car won’t start, and because of all that, an unexpected bill lurks on the horizon, ready to drain the family wallet and put the family finances in jeopardy. With the cost of living rising…
DBS Check – Avoid The Scammers
These days, and quite rightly so, anyone who works with children, the elderly, or indeed anyone considered to be vulnerable, either in a paid, or voluntary capacity, has to produce an up-to-date DBS check. This stands for ‘Disclosure and Barring Service. It was formerly known as a CRB check. It provides information about an applicant’s…
4 Simple Autumn Things To Enjoy Outdoors
Autumn is a great time to get outdoors. It’s not too hot or too cold. Sometimes there’s a pleasing snap in the air, but it’s just a reminder that summer is gone and winter is on its way. It’s a sensual feast, so get out there and enjoy the Autumn scents and colours. In the…
Autumn Giveaway – Win A Free M & S Mayfair Hamper
Things always taste nicer if they are free, and our Autumn giveaway prize of an M & S Mayfair Hamper is no exception. To be in with a chance of winning just follow the easy instructions. There are plenty of ways to enter, simply scroll down to the Rafflecopter widget below to see the options….
Cookery Book Review – Cook It, Eat It, Live It by Jo Kenny
I love a cookery book. There, I’ve said it. When life’s lemons are particularly sour, and making you wince, then there’s nothing more calming than getting under the duvet with a glorious new cookery book. Other females may retire to bed with a cup of cocoa and a romantic novel. Not me. No. I just…
How To Plan And Achieve Your Life Goals – Part Three
Now we get into the fun bit! Yes, we are about to put these fun life goals and tasks into our calendar! Once you have added your current work and things like childcare to your diary, you must add in self-care. This doesn’t have to be baths or spa trips as the adverts would have…
How To Plan And Achieve Your Life Goals – Part Two
Life Goals and Dreams In this section, we will look at how to prioritise your goals to make sure you are working towards some of these big life goals and dreams, as well as living your day-to-day life well. In part one of this series, we looked at goal setting. Not the usual dry ‘lose…
Holiday Shopping Madness
There is a phenomenon that affects every woman at this time of year. It’s called holiday shopping madness. And every single woman suffers from it. That thing where for some strange reason you buy new knickers to take on holiday. Not to mention, new toothbrushes, new vest tops, new bloody everything, even though you have…
How To Plan And Achieve Your Life Goals – Part One
Plan and Achieve Life Goals I don’t know about you, but I find it so easy to fall into a rut. I get into habits that I just don’t think about, like watching tv after dinner every night and not doing any of the hobbies I know I enjoy. Well, before I know it, 6…