Ages ago, before youngest was even born, I wrote a post speculating what it would be like to have a daughter after two sons. With the aid of my sister – who’s a doctor of psychology and a mum of both a daughter and son – I came to the conclusion that she would probably …
We’re almost a week into 2020, so I suppose it’s just as well that I haven’t made any new year’s resolutions this year. I’ve made them in the past – and stuck with some pretty well – but just can’t be bothered this time. But, as I’m good at making excuses, there are several reasons …
Well, where to start, eh? Another year is just about over and so, indeed, is another decade. So it’s time for all the clichés about the passing of time, looking forward and also looking back. This year has been quite a mixed bag. It started with high hopes of blog work picking up again and …
Disclosure: I was sent a kNOW! board game to review and keep. This post also includes an affiliate link. We love our Google Home devices but I have to admit that we’ve slipped into using them for relatively little. Until now – step forward kNOW! a family-friendly game for up to six players. Billed as …
Disclosure: this is a paid collaboration with RCI Bank. Christmas is fast approaching and, as usual, we’ll be enjoying the big day with my parents. We spend a lot of time with them throughout the year and always look forward to seeing them. I know that this is true of so many families beyond my …
Disclosure: This is a paid collaboration with Bosch. One of the items on my long-since failed 40 before 40 challenge was to complete a DIY project from scratch. So, when Bosch got in touch to ask if I’d like to try one of theirs, I jumped at the chance. Bosch loaned me the necessary tools …
Disclosure: This is a paid collaboration with Funky Pigeon. I can’t believe Christmas is a matter of weeks away. There’s still so much to sort out. Working out where in our labyrinthine loft the decorations are, getting all the right food and the small matter of Christmas presents! As usual, I’m pretty badly prepared. So …
Disclosure: I was gifted the featured products. In addition, this post includes affiliate links. How is it almost that time again, eh? We’re hurtling towards the festive season so it’s time for my annual list of presents, or ‘Christmas Gift Guide 2019’ as I like to call it. This year, I’ve decided to focus on …
Life begins at 40, so they say. I reached that age last week. As I’ve mentioned many times before, I wasn’t looking forward to it. It’s one of those milestones that, for whatever reason, we build up in our heads. Some silly people even commit to pre-40 bucket lists they’ll never complete. Wallies. But, now …
Like many parents, I experience self-doubt all the time. I’m forever wondering whether I’m doing enough for my kids and if I’m giving them the same kind of happy childhood that I enjoyed. I often feel that I’m average at best and somehow letting my children down. Times are tough and modern life is becoming …