- June 2024: A sunny month with a big plot twist
June started out OK. The weather improved and we’ve been in the garden loads, the kids (and I) have been healthier so I’ve managed to get back to the gym. I’ve even started running a little bit outside with the dog. Everything just seems a bit easier when the sun is out. Also, it looks… Read more: June 2024: A sunny month with a big plot twist - Unhinged exchanges: Funny and outright weird conversations on VintedI am quite a fan of Vinted. I’ve been buying and selling clothes on Vinted with no problems for a year or so and, thus far, all of the people I’ve dealt with have been fairly polite and courteous. It’s a lot easier (and seems to involve conversing with fewer certifiably insane people) than, for… Read more: Unhinged exchanges: Funny and outright weird conversations on Vinted
- My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift GuideI received the products listed in this Father’s Day gift guide free for inclusion, but they were all chosen and approved by me because I have it on good authority that no one’s dad wants a fitness app as a Father’s Day gift. This post may contain affiliate links; more details here. Father’s Day this… Read more: My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift Guide
- May 2024: Well, at least it was sunny for some of itAnother page of the very sexy calendar has been officially turned over. Or it will be tomorrow, if I manage to get this finished and published in time. Or on Monday, probably, as I don’t often go into the office at the weekends. Got to have a work/life balance, you know. ANYWAY, this is my… Read more: May 2024: Well, at least it was sunny for some of it
- What happened to Google?! Google AI being hilariously awfulYou may recently have heard bloggers like myself (but probably better and more successful) moaning about the Google algorithms lately. While it may not be something you’ve paid much attention to if you’re not in the business, it’s big news. Eh? Come again? I’ll be brief because I know this kind of stuff is pretty… Read more: What happened to Google?! Google AI being hilariously awful
- Tips for monetising your blog: How I make money bloggingI’ve been blogging here for eight and a half years now and as well as allowing me freedom to work around my kids, I do actually make a decent* living doing it. It’s not all just free stuff, you can actually make money blogging. AND I can do it in my pyjamas to boot. This… Read more: Tips for monetising your blog: How I make money blogging
- My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift GuideI received the products listed in this Father’s Day gift guide free for inclusion, but they were all chosen and approved by me because I have it on good authority that no one’s dad wants a fitness app as a… Read more: My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift Guide
- Origin Hybrid Pro Mattress review: Can it solve common sleep problems?Disclaimer: I was sent this Origin Hybrid Pro Mattress to review free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. See more information here. Use the code Fran20OFF1409 for a further £20 off. As a parent, sleep is something I took for… Read more: Origin Hybrid Pro Mattress review: Can it solve common sleep problems?
- A review of the Forest Garden Pent Retreat Shed and installationDisclaimer: Our Forest Garden Pent Retreat Shed was installed to review free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. Our garden is awesome (unless you are tasked with mowing it. So I hear) but one thing it lacks is… Read more: A review of the Forest Garden Pent Retreat Shed and installation
- How to get the right school shoes for your children with Start-RiteThis is a collaborative post – I received the shoes featured for free from Start-Rite As the end of the school year approaches, one of the essential tasks for parents to do over the summer holidays is to go out… Read more: How to get the right school shoes for your children with Start-Rite
- Yoto Player review: How does it compare to the tonies Toniebox?Disclaimer: This is my honest Yoto v Tonies review: I was sent this Yoto Player free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. The tonies Toniebox which I have compared it to was also gifted for a previous review.… Read more: Yoto Player review: How does it compare to the tonies Toniebox?
- Yoto Mini product recall: What it is and what to do11 April 2024: There has been a Yoto Mini Product Recall. Existing customers are encouraged to order a free Yoto Mini smart cable and will receive a £15/15euro voucher as a thankyou. This post contains affiliate links. Yoto Mini Product… Read more: Yoto Mini product recall: What it is and what to do
- Izzy tests out the PAJ PET Finder 4G GPS tracker for dogsDisclaimer: This is a collaborative post. I was sent the PAJ PET Finder 4G GPS tracker for dogs to review free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. See more information here. It’s no surprise then that GPS trackers for… Read more: Izzy tests out the PAJ PET Finder 4G GPS tracker for dogs
- A quick guide to dog-friendly family holidays in the UKThis is a collaborative post: As the allure of travel beckons, many pet owners face the dilemma of leaving their four-legged companions behind. However, with the rise of dog-friendly family accommodation and attractions, embarking on a ‘staycation‘ (or family holiday)… Read more: A quick guide to dog-friendly family holidays in the UK
- A not-very-shaggy dog story: Izzy makes a friendThere are two things that my dog Izzy loves more than anything; food, and other dogs. Me – the person who walks her for hours a day, feeds her and gives her a home? I’m way down the pecking order… Read more: A not-very-shaggy dog story: Izzy makes a friend
- A review of the new Blenheim Palace Adventure Playground for kidsDisclaimer: We received complimentary tickets for Blenheim Palace Adventure Playground to review free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. We last went to Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire in the summer to review the Paddington Lo-Commotion Experience which was… Read more: A review of the new Blenheim Palace Adventure Playground for kids
- A quick guide to dog-friendly family holidays in the UKThis is a collaborative post: As the allure of travel beckons, many pet owners face the dilemma of leaving their four-legged companions behind. However, with the rise of dog-friendly family accommodation and attractions, embarking on a ‘staycation‘ (or family holiday)… Read more: A quick guide to dog-friendly family holidays in the UK
- Five Christmassy events to attend in London this yearThis is a collaborative post: England’s capital, with its magical charm and rich history, transforms into a winter wonderland during the Christmas season. From dazzling lights to festive markets, there are a plethora of Christmas London events this year (2023)… Read more: Five Christmassy events to attend in London this year
- My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift GuideI received the products listed in this Father’s Day gift guide free for inclusion, but they were all chosen and approved by me because I have it on good authority that no one’s dad wants a fitness app as a… Read more: My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift Guide
- Mother’s Day gift guide 2024: Present ideas for mums, part one + WINThis Mother’s Day 2024 gift guide with gift ideas for mums was put together with the help of the brands mentioned in the post, who provided free samples to be photographed. This gift guide contains affiliate links; click here for… Read more: Mother’s Day gift guide 2024: Present ideas for mums, part one + WIN
- Sunday Roast at The Mutton at Hazeley Heath, Hampshire: Pub restaurant reviewWe received a meal and a bottle of wine in at The Mutton at Hazeley Heath in exchange for this review. Find more details here. The kids went back to school after the Christmas holidays and, as sod’s law predicts, I… Read more: Sunday Roast at The Mutton at Hazeley Heath, Hampshire: Pub restaurant review
- How to get the right school shoes for your children with Start-RiteThis is a collaborative post – I received the shoes featured for free from Start-Rite As the end of the school year approaches, one of the essential tasks for parents to do over the summer holidays is to go out… Read more: How to get the right school shoes for your children with Start-Rite
- My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift GuideI received the products listed in this Father’s Day gift guide free for inclusion, but they were all chosen and approved by me because I have it on good authority that no one’s dad wants a fitness app as a… Read more: My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift Guide
- Clearing out your wardrobe? A guide to selling clothes on VintedThis guide to selling clothes on Vinted contains affiliate links. Ebay used to be the place for buying and selling on unwanted second hand clothes, but in more recent years it became saturated with cheap Chinese tat. With all the… Read more: Clearing out your wardrobe? A guide to selling clothes on Vinted
- My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift GuideI received the products listed in this Father’s Day gift guide free for inclusion, but they were all chosen and approved by me because I have it on good authority that no one’s dad wants a fitness app as a… Read more: My super duper 2024 Father’s Day Gift Guide
- Premium haircare for ageing hair: Worth the investment?Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post with Very.co.uk. I was sent these Premium Hair Care products to review free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. See more information here. My hair has always been a royal pain in my… Read more: Premium haircare for ageing hair: Worth the investment?
- Home & garden Mother’s Day presents: 2024 gift guide part 2 + WIN!This Mother’s Day presents 2024 gift guide was put together with the help of the brands mentioned in the post, who provided free samples to be photographed. This gift guide contains affiliate links; click here for more information. This guide… Read more: Home & garden Mother’s Day presents: 2024 gift guide part 2 + WIN!
- Premium haircare for ageing hair: Worth the investment?Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post with Very.co.uk. I was sent these Premium Hair Care products to review free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. See more information here. My hair has always been a royal pain in my… Read more: Premium haircare for ageing hair: Worth the investment?
- Cashback sites & apps in the UK: Save money in store & onlineThis post was written in partnership with Quidco, one of the leading cashback sites in the UK, to promote their new member bonus which is valid until 30th June 2024. If you join Quidco using this link, as well as being… Read more: Cashback sites & apps in the UK: Save money in store & online
- Review of the free Quidco Browser Extension for Google ChromeThis post was written in partnership with Quidco to promote their new member bonus which is valid until 30th June 2024. If you join Quidco using this link, as well as being eligible for the free £15 Quidco sign up offer,… Read more: Review of the free Quidco Browser Extension for Google Chrome
