If you think that smug running types don’t get it when you explain that you just ‘can’t run’, you’re very wrong. I was that person; embarrassed to run in daylight hours, utterly fearful of being seen, clueless and definitely sports bra-less.
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Spare money at the end of the month? “What’s that?” I hear you cry.
Believe it or not, life circumstances can change for the better. End of childcare fees, loans coming to an end, pay rises and promotions, drops in mortgage rates and inheritance. Life may not always be hand to mouth, and if your financial situation were to change for the better, would you know where to put the extra cash?
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Looking on the bright side hasn’t always come easy to me. In fact, let’s just put it out there, I love a good old moan up. But, this is something I’m trying hard to work on; to be a little bit more positive and sunny towards the day to day stuff that needn’t be such a drama.
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Being a stay-at-home mum. It’s a bumpy road filled with highs and lows…I know only too well having lived the dream for almost five years. more “4 ways to protect your mental health as a stay at home Mum”
It’s true to say that the standard reaction to my 180 turn around on booze is that of shock and horror, but at almost a year in to making the life changing decision to quit drinking completely, there have been plenty of folk whose ears have pricked up in curiosity.
more “Thinking about cutting down on drinking or giving up alcohol for good?”
Every now and again, life has a tendency to make you stop and smell the flowers. The inspiration for this blog post is in the friends all around me who are literally blooming and inspiring me to grab life by the balls and go for it.
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Whilst we are all busy saying goodbye to the 2018/2019 school year, let’s face it, us parents are probably already ahead of the game frantically scrawling out the shopping list for the new term, or for those totally winning, making a dent in it.
more “New term, new stationary – it’s the law! #Giveaway #FreebieFriday”
Change one thing. That was the life advice offered up by the unlikely guru of my twenties in the form of a Kiss FM DJ. Back then it made sense in many ways – dump an unhealthy relationship, look for a new and exciting job, move to a different flat, town, country, or get your hair cut into a bonkers new style.
more “The self care domino effect”
If I’m honest, I have a thing for stationary. Or maybe just a penchant for writing things down.
more “Making lists, documenting gratitude and getting stuff done”
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If you lead a hectic schedule and you can’t find the time for a vacation away, there are various things that you can do to transform your home, giving your abode that relaxing resort feel. If you’ve got some time off, and want total relaxation, here are a few tips that can help you can turn your home into a perfect staycation resort.
more “How to make your home the perfect staycation resort”