Have you ever considered the impact that your laundry habits might have on the environment? Would you be prepared to implement some changes to make your laundry routine more eco-friendly? This week, our washing machine broke down. We inherited the machine when we bought the house six years ago, though we think it had only…
Are you interested in purchasing a range cooker? Perhaps you are wondering whether a range cooker is worth the expense? Or maybe you have some practical questions: How do you cook with a range oven? How does it differ from a more modern oven? Read on to find out about our experience! Making the Right…
Which features make the perfect planner? Are you happy with a standard week to view diary? Do you want to be walked through goal setting for the year ahead? Or would you prefer to customise your own layout in a bullet journal? Perhaps you have done away with pen and paper, in favour of an…
What does it mean to be a smallholder? What do smallholders do all day? If you’re curious, I’ll walk you through a typical day in my life in early Spring. 5.00 – I wake early to let the birds out. I clean out the duck house and refill their water bath. The alpacas and our…
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…
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…
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…
Baby gear is expensive. Especially toys. We are told that hundreds of hours has gone into optimising the balance of educational and entertainment value, whilst ensuring these items are safe and suitable for the stated age range and developmental stage. I am sure that hundreds of millions of pounds have also been spent on clever…
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…
