• Family Life

    How to Make Family Holidays Extra Special

    November 27, 2024 - By 

    Holidays are the perfect time to create lasting memories with the people you love most. Whether it’s Christmas, Easter, or a special family event, these moments help bring everyone together. But sometimes, the festive season can feel rushed or stressful. To make your family holidays truly special, it’s important to plan ahead and find ways to enjoy each other’s company. From fun family games to creating homemade decorations, and even raising a glass of the prestigious champagne Pol Roger for the adults to celebrate the season, here are simple tips to make your holidays unforgettable. 1. Start with a Family…

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    Six things to do in Paris with teens

    November 25, 2024 - By 

    Paris is a vibrant city with something for everyone, including teens! Whether they’re into history, art, shopping, or just enjoying the city’s cool atmosphere, here are five great activities to do with teens in Paris: Visit the Louvre Museum (But with a Twist) The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in the world, and while it’s a must-see, teens might appreciate a more interactive approach. Skip some of the traditional art tours and go for a themed scavenger hunt or a kid-friendly guided tour that focuses on famous works like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, or the…

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    Five Happy Things {Week 527}

    November 24, 2024 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 527} Last week I finished reading The External Examiner by Janice Hallett. I always enjoy her books and this one was great! It was full of twists and turns, all told through online messages and Whatsapp conversations. I thought it was good and kept me guessing right…

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    The Mistletoe Mystery {giveaway}

    November 23, 2024 - By 

    I am delighted to have a festive giveaway to share today – a copy of The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita Prose. Molly the Maid has a whole new mystery to solve in this heartwarming novella from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Maid and The Maid and The Mystery Guest. Molly Gray has always loved the holidays. When Molly was a child, her gran went to great lengths to make the season merry and bright, full of cherished traditions. The first few Christmases without Gran were hard on Molly, but this year, her beloved boyfriend and fellow…

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    Love Embroidery hoop kit Christmas tree

    November 22, 2024 - By 

    A few weeks ago we had a lovely trip to Paris. I packed a couple of little craft kits to keep me busy, a felt bauble kit and a Christmas tree kit from Love Embroidery magazine. The hoop kit Christmas tree included a piece of printed fabric, 4m green embroidery thread, a pink 4″ hoop, as well as 11 sequins. Love Embroidery hoop kit Christmas tree I gave the fabric a quick iron before we went away and placed it in the hoop, so was able to start stitching on the train. Using the green thread, I added branches to…

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    Recovering After C-Section as a Working Mom: How Postpartum Belly Wraps Can Help

    November 20, 2024 - By 

    Recovering after childbirth or postpartum is no small feat for any working mom who is juggling a lot between home and work. You’ll likely deal with physical changes—your body performs an unexpected act and deserves all the best care. One way to feel more supported during this time is using postpartum belly wraps! These wraps work to control diastasis recti while effectively helping you manage daily tasks.  The blog today will provide everything you need to know about postpartum wraps, from their benefits to tips for using them effectively! Without further ado, let’s dive in! An overview of postpartum belly…

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    Monday Happy List

    Five Happy Things {Week 526}

    November 17, 2024 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 526} Last week I got my Christmas Gingerbread Gift Guide 2024 published! It’s a slimline version this year, mainly because I’ve been following Slimming World for a while and just don’t know want many sweet treats in the house! As well as biscuits and sweet treats, there…

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    Britain’s Ghosts: A spine-chilling tour of our most haunted places

    November 15, 2024 - By 

    We recently received a copy of Britain’s Ghosts: A spine-chilling tour of our most haunted places by Anna Groves, published by National Trust Books, to review. I’ve always enjoyed reading ghost stories, Uncanny is my favourite podcast, and thought this sounded a good read over Halloween. Britain’s Ghosts: A spine-chilling tour of our most haunted places Discover the stories of Britain’s greatest ghosts and ghouls with this spooky supernatural page turner, the perfect gift this Halloween. Supported by the National Trust, who look after many of the haunted locations. Beautifully atmospheric illustrations. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, these…

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    Christmas Gingerbread gift guide {2024}

    November 13, 2024 - By 

    I wasn’t sure about producing a gingerbread gift guide this year. Although they are fun to put together, it always leaves us with a lot of gingerbread products to eat! This year I have carefully curated a smaller amount of gingerbread products which we’re enjoying this year. Gingerbread is always popular but this year it seems to be everywhere, including the Tesco Christmas advert – have you seen it yet? For the home When the Emma Bridgewater catalogue landed on my doormat I couldn’t believe she had produced a gingerbread themed range. It’s a small range of only 5 products,…