Food & Lifestyle Blog
Breakfast
This time of year I switch up my breakfast. As the warmer weather hopefully takes hold, I consume less of the warm, hug in a bowl type breakfasts. Smoothies are a popular choice in my kitchen. The children really enjoy them and as I always add porridge oats, I am assured they’ll be kept full until break time. I always …
Reading
It’s book review time again! Here are the four books I read this month. I have to say, the last book, a thriller from Claire Allan, was my highlight, if you pick one, that’s the book to read. Anne Frank; The Diary of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition Anne Frank and her family fled the horrors of Nazi occupation …
The Simply Homemade Mum
Self Care, it’s a term that’s thrown about an awful lot lately. I’m not normally one to jump on a bandwagon, however, I really do believe in the importance of self-care. Nevertheless, it has taken me a long time to get on board with it for myself. I’m one of those people who will encourage others to take time for …
Reading
I went through a bit of a reading slump during the last couple of months. There’s been a lot on, so I struggled to make time for it. However, I did read some good books. The Hopes & Dreams of Lucy Baker by Jenni Keer Lucy is 25, Brenda is 79. They are next door neighbours and best of …
Home Style
As we gleefully welcome Springtime, the gentle stream of sunshine through the window is highlighting the need for some change within our home. It looks tired and in need of a little lift for the oncoming season. I look to the latest home styles for inspiration and when Chill Insurance invited me to talk about 2019 Interior Design Trends, I …