What a weekend!  We are on countdown now for the summer holidays and we can't wait!  We have so much planned and can't wait to get started.  Do you make lots of plans for the holidays or wake up and decide each day? Much of .our summer will be spent at home as we have a new addition coming to the family.  Today we chose our puppy or I should I say, today a puppy chose Erin!  There were two cavachons left in the litter and they are 8 weeks old. … [Read more...]

Teenagers crave freedom; they want their own space away from mum and dad and a car can give them that choice. Knowing your teenager wants to learn to drive can be a terrifying thought and it is natural to worry. That is why the best person to help teach your teenager to drive is you. Of course, booking a driving instructor is still advisable, but giving your teenagers that extra help can mean reassuring them and yourself. Am I Qualified To … [Read more...]

Fathers Day is now fast approaching so we are here today to help you source the perfect gift.  No matter what your budget there are some fabulous things you can get for the dads in your life. As a family we don't spend huge huge amounts on Fathers Day but like to give thoughtful gifts and here we are sharing some of the things we have bought and some of the things we have chosen to include that we loved. If you are looking for Fathers Day … [Read more...]

Pythagoras Theory, angles of isosceles triangles and how to solve simultaneous equations all the Maths my teen learnt at school.  I paid for her to learn some of this stuff from a tutor as getting your Maths GCSE at Grade C or above is essential to getting started on A Levels. It is also a requirement to get onto degree courses in Higher Education. Yet she hasn't used any of that Maths in the last 12 months.  She is unlikely to do so either. … [Read more...]

How colourful is your wardrobe?  A few months ago when I opened the wardrobe to decide what to wear I was faced with dark colours. I often stick to denim or black but know that wearing colour makes me feel brighter. Therefore I have been revamping my wardrobe with splashes of colour. Furthermore was also searching for What to Wear to the Royal Enclosure at Ascot Races As children we often wear colourful clothes but as adults we shy away from … [Read more...]

The mornings can be really busy at home.  Various children of differing ages to get up and out the door for school. Plus getting yourself ready for work.  I work from home but still need to maximise my time to get everything done within the school hours. When we are rushing around is when we forget things or get annoyed with each other. Therefore I have compiled my list of Quick Time Saving Hacks to Keep Your Sanity in the Morning. Quick … [Read more...]

Our garden has taken shape in stages.  Over time we had had one small patio added and edged the borders and had them developed.  This spring we are having a larger area laid over where we are adding a hot tub.  One corner will also see the addition of an arbour. I am hoping then that I will be happy and enjoy spending many hours sitting outside.  My dream would be to have a garden office – maybe next year! Here are my Garden Goals to Achieve Over … [Read more...]

Babies react to colour and they are more responsive to colourful ambience then we grown-ups. This is why nothing works as good as a colourful baby bedroom when you consider making the space beautiful for your little loved one. Do you want to give your baby a very special ambience? Before anything else consider giving the baby bedroom a splash of fresh paint in vibrant hues. What kind of colour suits the baby room most? What should be the ideal … [Read more...]