Have you ever wished that there were more hours in the day? Or wondered how you could be more productive with your time? Do you feel you are fighting against time as you try to get the most out of your day? Here’s my secret weapon. Time is a very valuable resource, especially now that…
Is technology all it’s cracked up to be? Does it really bring the freedom that it promises? Does it provide that perfect combination of entertainment and education for our children? Does social media actually bring you closer to friends and family? My husband and I have made a very conscious choice to live a simple,…
Is it ethical to have a child now, with all the existential threats to the future of the planet and human race? Between climate change and the nuclear threat, will there be a planet to live on in 20 years time, never mind 50 or 100 years? Why is having a child the worst thing…
New Year’s resolutions are fascinating. Like a lot of people, I set a few every year, determined that this will be THE YEAR that I lose weight, exercise more, read more books or achieve a better work-life balance. Whilst I have had limited success with some resolutions, usually reality sets in by the time February…
Have you ever thought about making your wardrobe more sustainable? Do you consider the environmental impact of purchases when shopping for clothes? Read on for 10 top tips to help you make your clothing collection more eco-friendly. I had a fairly typical city upbringing, and shopping was a go-to weekend activity for my family. I…
Are you tired of consumerism? Have you been looking at your cluttered home and wondering why you have surrounded yourself with so much stuff? Would you like to live more minimally? Keep reading to find out how my family has adopted a more minimalist lifestyle. And why we are so much happier for it! What…
Weddings are such wonderful occasions! They are a joyful celebration of the happy couple and all that is important to them. If you’re intending to keep your big day simple, here’s how to plan your fuss-free, back-garden wedding. Congratulations! If you’ve found your way to this page, it’s likely that you’ve recently become engaged and…
