I was delighted to be offered the opportunity to receive a FlexiSpot E7 Standing desk for review after committing to working from home and realising that I needed to make some more adjustments for my own physical well being. It’s so easy to curl up with the iPad on the sofa but it really is having an impact on the tension in my back. I have realised… Read More »FlexiSpot standing desk review
Making sure your little one’s bedroom is their place of sanctuary is so important. After all, it’s the only room in the home that is ALL theirs! It’s a great place to start learning the importance of keeping their things nice and tidy. It’s got to be the ultimate play area where they can play alone or be excited to show their friends! And most… Read More »How to style your child’s bedroom like a pro
I’ve been studying full time now for over a month and I have to say that the change of pace to my life is dramatic. I’m currently trying to balance running my household, with school runs, laundry and meals to prepare, alongside attending lectures and wanting to read as much as possible around my subject. One thing I do not like to think about is… Read More »How to plan your finances effectively as a student
I’m writing this on Sunday evening, tomorrow is my actual course introduction so I’m not an expert by any means but my plan, and hope is to be able to find the time each week to sit down and gather my thoughts as I take on this PCGE year and train to become a teacher. If you have only just found my blog then welcome,… Read More »What to expect in week one of a PGCE
When I got my nose pierced at 19 years of age, my father didn’t understand it. I told him it was an act of self-expression, something that made me look more like the person I felt I was. In his mind, that meant it must have been a sign of insecurity; I must not have been comfortable enough with what I looked like sans piercing,… Read More »How to express your personality through your choice of brooches
If you find yourself in a position where you are looking to rent a home for the first time then you probably have lots of questions. Working out what your budget is and then managing your expectations accordingly is a sharp learning curve but these days there are regulations in place so you shouldn’t be left high and dry (unlike me). I first moved out… Read More »Things to look out for when renting a property
If you have been following us for a while you will know that when it comes to decorating the house, I am never ever going to be finished because I keep finding new colours I want to cover my walls in. I’d describe my style as eclectic (to say the least) and I love how something as simple as painting a wall makes such a… Read More »My favourite colour is rainbow
(Competition prize provided by Globalink) I have been searching far and wide for the perfect lights for my garden. I’m loving the alfresco dining and long summer evenings which summer brings and I wanted to add a touch of magic to my outdoor space for the evenings but without making it look like I was setting up my Christmas decorations too early. This set from… Read More »Globalink- outdoor string lights competition
We all wait for the summer months to arrive so we can bask in the British sun and get our money’s worth out of the deck chairs that spend most of their time stuffed into the garage. However, the reality is often really different when you’re stuck behind a desk for seven hours a day – even when you’re working from home. That’s why I’ve… Read More »Top Tips to Enjoy the Sun Whilst Working From Home
Summer has finally graced us with its presence and so naturally to make the most of the glorious weather it’s time to take the indoors out, and that includes the dining table and chairs for glorious dining. Last week I hosted a ladies lunch with an array of barbecue foods including lamb skewers, corn on the cob, Padron peppers served with a fresh salad, and… Read More »Alfresco Dining in style