It's dark and cold outside and with grey skies overhead there are always thoughts of finding some winter sun. Somewhere people can top up the vitamin D warmth people crave so much at this time of year. Although I have to say - I'm not one of those people! The thought of a beach holiday rather fills me with dread, I'm not very good at the sitting around doing nothing and I can think of so many more interesting ways to spend holiday time. I'd always rather be too cold than too hot - cold crisp winter sun, maybe sone snow, beautiful views or architecture and plenty of things to entertain my … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2013
Good news at last!
Good news at last! Lovely Phil has been released on bail.And while he is not free to go home, he is at least out of the detention centre and is able to contact friends and family! This picture speaks a 1,000 words! Support is still needed to see their complete release and the dropping of the ridiculous charges against them, so please if you haven't signed the petition please do it now and show your support of these people trying to save our planet! Sign Here! … [Read more...]
Beautifully tasteless things
This is my first time linking up with Magpie Monday, but the purchases made yesterday were just too good not to share! I was spending the day with my old chum Sewlovecraft whilst Bernard had her first university interview (but that is her story for another day!) So to kill time while we waiting for the little ones to finish school and Bernard's train to get her back to use, we went for a charity shop hunt round sunny Bedford! And here is my new kitchen favourite - the most wonderfully, tasteless and oddly decorated pie dish! I can only imagine why you'd h … [Read more...]
Kids off to uni? Turn their room into a study!
It's one of the biggest moments in the life of any 18-year-old. Once the A-levels done and the UCAS application has been sewn up, millions of teenagers are finally able to shake the shackles of their parents and move away for the first time. The occasion we are talking about is of course when the kids fly the nest to go off to university. After the best part of two decades, the transition that has seen your loved one evolve from screaming infant, to cranky toddler, to moody adolescent has now come to an end. That appraisal makes it sound like it has been something of an ordeal, but the … [Read more...]
5 ways to create an intimate family wedding reception
If your family means the world to you, you'll want to involve them in your wedding day as much as possible; arranging an intimate reception is one way to make sure those nearest and dearest to you get to experience the authenticity of your nuptials. Read on for five top tips for achieving an intimate reception that will create lasting memories for you and your family. Choose the right venue Where you decide to have your wedding reception will have an impact on the style of proceedings, so take a look at reception venues suitable for small parties to ensure the event has a personal … [Read more...]
How to grow your own feminist
I didn't go to Blogfest, I don't know what was said. I do know friends whom I love dearly were upset and made to feel unworthy, which makes me very cross. So having written and pondered and re written and deleted my thoughts not to publish them but to clear my head and organise my thoughts as I often do, I found this in my inbox last night, with a little note "Mumisckles, would you post this on your blog for me?" So in the words of my darling boy here's to equality and choice! (written by someone brought up by a stay at home, uneducated mummy!) Step 1) Don't. Step 2) Bare w … [Read more...]
A Precious soul
6 Years ago, a light in our lives went out. 6 years ago the world lost a beautiful person - not just beautiful of face but beautiful of nature, of spirit and of heart. 6 years ago our world stopped turning, and when it started again, it was all very different She is missed everyday, by all of us who loved her. Mum from Mary Key on Vimeo. … [Read more...]
Budget-friendly things for families to do in Majorca
Family holidays are times to be treasured, but it can be all too easy to lessen the enjoyment by worrying about the budget. So arm yourself with a selection of cheap and free activities that are suitable for everyone to set about making great memories. If you have decided to go to Majorca, then you are in luck. We have a ready prepared list of places you may want to explore with your brood. Hassle-free, low-cost getaways start here. Read on to find out what your family could be getting up to. Santuari de Sant Salvador Whether you walk or drive up to this beautiful monastic outpost … [Read more...]
Is it too much to ask for decent service?
My late entry to this weeks Ranty Friday Dear High Street salesperson, Do you ever wonder why people do more and more of their shopping on online? It's because you are rude, unhelpful and frankly unpleasant to deal with! When a customer waits patiently for you to finish a conversation with your friend - don't tut that they have finally had to butt in to an animated discussion about the weekends X factor results! Don't then compound it all by huffing your way round the shop like a stroppy teenager when the customer asks you to show them where something … [Read more...]
The best budget-friendly cars for students
Heading to university often means moving to a new city - and for many students, this will require them to buy a new car. All the latest motors can be found here, meaning it is a great place to begin their search. We all know the financial constraints students are under nowadays, so it is important they find a model that doesn't break the bank. While the actual price of the vehicle is the main cost to bear in mind, there are other outlays - such as insurance and the price of petrol - to take into account. However, there are more considerations than just cost when it comes to buying the … [Read more...]