There’s a push in the world to be productive and to constantly stay on top of things. Slacking and being lazy are seen as unacceptable, even to the point where maybe you shouldn’t do hobbies. It’s weird that hobbies aren’t considered productive because they are actually good for you, in ways we’ll explore in this …
Friday night. The end of the working week for many, and the start to a relaxing or crazy weekend. It’s a day of the week that contains multitudes! And it all starts with the food you cook for yourself. A good Friday night dinner carries you through. It’s tasty, sometimes a little indulgent, and ultimately …
When you think of birthday parties, you are probably reminded of your childhood and teen years. We tend to tone down our birthday celebrations the older we get. However, in my opinion, every year we get through, whether we have struggled or sailed through, is something to celebrate! There’s no reason why we should stop …
Moving into your first house is a significant milestone in your life, especially if you are moving out from your parents or guardians for the first time. Whether you are moving out to live on your own, with friends or with a significant other, it can feel like an exciting, yet daunting step. As with …
When you think of a summer holiday, you probably think of being outdoors in the sun. Perhaps lounging on the beach, hiking in nature or visiting outdoor family attractions. Whatever your ideal summer holiday, chances are you imagine it with a blue sky and the sun shining! But of course, we can’t control the weather …
It’s been a while since I treated myself to any new perfume. I have several bottles that I’ve been trying to use up before I buy more, but none of them are my favourites, since I’ve already used up my favourite ones! I was therefore delighted when Dolma Fragrances contacted me to ask if I …
Summer is a popular time for weddings, and for good reason! The weather is generally nice and the evenings are lighter, which is ideal for an outdoor wedding reception. The travel conditions are better – I once got stranded in the snow after attending a winter wedding! That won’t happen in the summer. Another advantage of …
Back in November, I published a blog post listing 12 essential things to bring on a Winter walk. As you will have guessed from the title, this post is going to be a summer version! Summer is a fantastic time for walking. In general, the weather is warm, the ground is dry, and if you’re …
Setting goals is a proven way to get more done. Personally, I have been setting myself goals on a regular basis for about the last 5 years. However, I don’t always reach them! One thing that really increases my chances of reaching my goals is to promise myself a reward when I do reach them …
I was delighted when BOXD recently contacted me to ask if I would like to try their plant-based protein shakes. I immediately checked out their website, and I thought, wow, this brand looks amazing! So of course I agreed to try and review their protein shakes. I must start by saying that I am …
