Are you expecting a baby and wondering about using reusable nappies – are they really worth the effort? Or maybe your little one has already arrived, and you are fed up of your bin being full to overflowing with dirty disposable nappies? If you would like to find out about our experience with reusables, then…
Why are so many people struggling with their mental health? What can we do as a society to live happier, healthier lives? What does it mean to “live simply?” Modern life has us chasing our tails 24/7. Society’s paradigm of a full and happy life tells us we should be rising early to get a…
Where do you start when a task seems insurmountable? What do you do when you’re overwhelmed by the enormity of a project? If you’re stuck at the procrastination phase and wondering how to get moving, then read on! Creating A Rose Garden I found out a few years ago that my mother had kept the…
Are you thinking about adding a four-legged friend to your family? Should you adopt a dog from a shelter or get a new puppy from a breeder? That’s likely one of the first questions that prospective dog owners will ask themselves! We adopted two dogs from a rescue centre, and I would like to share…
Women of today are expected to do it all; look after the children and maintain the home whilst also going out to work to support their family financially. But where do new parents stand if they do not wish to return to work after maternity or parental leave? How common is it for new mums…
Few people are lucky enough to make a living from their hobbies or big passions in life. Instead, many of us continue to work in jobs that we dislike to make ends meet, and try to fit more fulfilling activities in around our work schedule. What are the pros and cons of filling every moment…
Have you ever considered ditching the car in favour of a more environmentally-friendly mode of transport? Do you have precious cargo to bring with you? Then read on to find out about the Trek Fetch 4+! This is not a sponsored or affiliate post, just my own experience and opinions of the Trek Fetch 4+…
Do you have to take your spouse’s name when you get married? Should you hyphenate? Could a husband take his wife’s name? What should LGBTQ+ couples do regarding their last names? Traditionally, for cis-hetero couples at least, the wife is expected to take her new husband’s last name once they are married. But in this…
We made the decision to go vegan at the end of November 2015. We were due to spend Christmas with my family, and the news that we wouldn’t be tucking into the turkey with everyone else sent my mother into a tailspin. “So you’re not eating meat anymore? Can you eat cheese? What about goat’s…
Is it possible to take a few days away as a smallholder? Can things just tick over for a weekend? How much do you need to ask someone to do if they house-sit? These are all important questions. As a smallholder, I have responsibility for my animals and garden. Just as a pet owner or…
