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I was sent a complimentary box of the new Special K to try and give my thoughts as well as write what things have changed for me in 30 years asmy entry for the #SpecialK30 Linky on Britmums. Special K has changed, for the first time since 1983. Kelloggs have developed a new, more delicious and wholesome recipe which contains three grains, rice, wheat and barley. It is made with wholegrain for a source of fibre as well as eight {Read More}
Money is tight especially with utility bills going up, the children outgrowing their clothes and Summer being on the way which means a whole new wardrobe especially with the youngest child as she doesn’t stop growing. The problem I have there is that most of the clothing I bought her last year for Summer and Winter have barely been worn because she grows so quickly I would rather sell clothes rather than bin them when they are in such good condition. At {Read More}
Now the weather has finally decided to kick into Spring it means new clothing especially for my little girl who seems to be popping out of last year’s Spring Summer wear even though I buy a size bigger than she needs. I usually spend a fair amount of money when it comes to clothing the entire family for the new season. I do not buy myself or my husband as much as we can get away with wearing last year’s {Read More}
My husband loves to drink coffee during the day normally he has instant coffee because that’s all that I will pick up when shopping but he does love it when he is treated to fresh coffee which is only when we go to a café usually. I will occasionally have a cup or two when I fancy it too. The aroma of fresh coffee is completely different from the smell of instant and the flavour is so much better. I {Read More}
How wonderful would it be if kids were keener to go to bed rather than messing around most of the time? Some parents are lucky but for others getting the kids to bed can turn into a real challenge every night. The main tip is to try to control the environment rather than the kid by creating a bedtime routine that is both a fun and relaxing experience. Here are some ideas to help make bedtime a pleasure for both {Read More}
With March coming to a close, it’s finally time to start off the Spring season, and for many women that means updating wardrobes. Each new season brings new weather, a new atmosphere, and with these things, new trends and styles in clothing, many of which are difficult to ignore. Particularly when the weather warms up and winter becomes spring, fashion shifts dramatically. From publications like Glamour with worldwide audiences, to local fashion boutiques, new styles will be on display. So, {Read More}
I love buying new shoes, what girl doesn’t? You can often find me in a shoe shop eyeing up my next purchase. I do have a problem though, and that is when I buy shoes that are just a standard size then my feet seem to suffer. Blisters and aching are the main suffering I get and if shoes give me this problem then I will chuck them in my wardrobe and never wear them again as what is the point {Read More}
It will soon be the Easter holidays and my children will be having two weeks off of school so what will we be doing during the Easter break. In all honesty I am not 100% sure what we are doing yet. I know I leave things until the last minute but trying to get all of the family to agree on something is a complete nightmare. We may go away as a family, which would be good for the children {Read More}
Four signs that he’s in love with you – even if he doesn’t say it out loud Saying ‘I love you’ to someone is a big step. It means taking the relationship to the next level – you are committing to that person and envisioning a future together. So of course saying those three words can be nerve-wracking. What if the other person doesn’t say it back? What if the relationship doesn’t last? Whether you met through friends or through {Read More}
Essential Winter Warmers It’s nearly the end of February already, but we can expect the wintertime chill to linger in the air for several weeks longer, confining most of us to our houses in the run-up to spring. From preparing warm meals and beverages to making sure there are some extra throws readily available for cuddling up on the couch, there are plenty of ways to make sure your family stays nice and toasty this winter. Consider investing in these {Read More}
