I love to be inspired and what better way to seek motivation than from a bright, fun, colourful poster. I’ve created and shared a few in the past and today I have another little artwork available for you … and the best news … it’s totally free! Find a frame you love, […]
[Continue reading…]“Be My Valentine” Chocolate Gingerbread Biscuits …
I’m a romantic at heart, so I do love Valentines Day! It’s still a little way away but when I baked these Chocolate Gingerbread Biscuits yesterday, I thought my heart-shaped cookie cutter would turn them into the perfect edible gift for you guys to bake for your significant other to show how much you […]
[Continue reading…]“Be the Flamingo in a Flock of Pigeons” … Artwork to Inspire you … a Fun, Positive Quote …
I love to be inspired and will seek out positive quotes that motivate me … this is one such quote. It encourages me to embrace the things that are unique about me and to worry less what others think, that I will be judged or won’t fit in. It’s often fear of judgement that […]
[Continue reading…]Back to School Checklist …
Returning to school after the holidays can be a really busy time with so much to remember and even more to actually do. It can bring a whole range of emotions … it’s an exciting time for most but it can also be a very stressful time for Mums and Dads as you prepare […]
[Continue reading…]Simple Hints and Tips for Buying, Using and Organising your Travel Adaptors …
These days when I travel, I rarely leave home without my laptop, ipad and mobile. Add to that my camera and I end up with quite a few electronic devices, all of which need to be charged to be useful. Therefore, one of my absolute essentials is one (or more) travel adaptors for the […]
[Continue reading…]Mongolian Lamb …
I use my Slow Cooker a lot but this Slow Cooked Mongolian Lamb recipe is without a doubt one of my favourites. Apart from the fact that it’s ever so easy, it also tastes as good as any takeaway from your local Chinese Restaurant … true! My family loves this dish and I can […]
[Continue reading…]Kitchen Hints and Tips # 10 … A Simple Guide to Freezing Lemons …
As you know, I love to bake and lemon juice and lemon zest are two common ingredients that a lot of recipes call for. Bottled lemon juice from the Supermarket is always an option, particularly if you have it in the fridge, but I often find it expires before I get to use the […]
[Continue reading…]Simple Tips for Choosing Water Bottles for School …
Of all the good habits I’ve tried to teach my kids, drinking plenty of water rates very highly. Water is so important for literally every function in our body, so it’s a great idea to send kids off to school every day with a lovely big bottle of cold water. It’s also really important […]
[Continue reading…]How to Budget for the Cost of Christmas Next Year …
Christmas can be one of the most expensive times of the year but with a well thought-out plan, a positive attitude and a solid budget, there’s no reason not to survive and to sail into the New Year without a financial hangover. But what few people realise is that the best time to start […]
[Continue reading…]Banana Maple Bread …
I love a good Banana Bread and this is a bit of a twist on a well-loved favourite … easy to make, absolutely delicious, sweet, moist and it freezes beautifully. This recipe will make three small loves so I usually whip it up on the weekend when no-one’s around (otherwise it gets eaten […]
[Continue reading…]Tips for Organising and Storing Christmas Decorations …
Christmas decorations can be a real challenge to store because they come in so many different shapes and sizes and won’t necessarily fit together like a neat puzzle. This year I decided it was time for me to review and revamp my decoration storage. I normally take my tree down on New Years Day […]
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