Life is too busy now. It doesn't take a genius to see this! But for those people who have big families, or are trying to cope with the pressures of parenting while also working at the same time, it can feel like there is no break. And for those of a certain age, the act of parenting and working, while also being dealt the blow that their parents are ill, can feel like one … [Read more...]
Adages About Parenting All Prospective Parents Need To Get Ready For
Given how many people are parents, it’s no surprise that parenting is subject to a huge number of adages, ideas, and popular wisdom. Parenting is quite unlike anything else in the world, and that means there’s a huge amount of room for the establishment of common trends and thoughts. If you have yet to make the journey into parenthood for yourself, you may be wondering which … [Read more...]
Sanity-Saving Advice From Those With Big Families
There is a little voice in all of us that wishes we could have a litter of kids. We know that sounds bonkers because, well, even after two kids you start to lose all memory of what sleep looked like and what sanity felt like. But then they get a bit older and miss you those moments of toddlerhood. You crave it. You get all-broody and start to give your significant-lover (read: … [Read more...]
Six Easy Ways to Create a Kid-Friendly Garden
Kids and yards are a magic combination. They are the perfect space for them to play in, let off steam and just generally enjoy being a kid. If right now, you are not making the most of your garden, just read on. Below, are some quick and easy ways to encourage your children to spend more time outside. Plant a tree Children love trees. They like sitting under them and … [Read more...]
How to Profit from Your Passion in 30 Minutes or Less Each Day
How to Profit from Your Passion in 30 Minutes or Less Each Day By Ruth Soukup, Founder, Living Well, Spending Less Have you ever looked at your life and wondered “What happened? How did I get here? Who am I? And what happened to all those things I thought I wanted to do?” It’s more common than you think. For me, that moment happened after (yet another) huge fight with my … [Read more...]
It Takes A Village…To Build A House
There is not one person in the world that hasn’t, at some point, daydreamed about building their own house. The ability to have a say over everything from the foundations to the roof is one that is a privilege, and yet not everyone will be able to achieve their desire. Being able to map out each room, each built-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom is a wonderful way to spend some … [Read more...]
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