- May 2025: Sunshine, a terrible waitress and many pot plants
May’s done already, which feels slightly illegal. I swear I only just wrote April’s post. Actually it was written over a week late, so maybe that’s why this month felt like it turned up, downed a pint, and bolted. May is often one of my favourite months of the year. The sun occasionally makes a… Read more: May 2025: Sunshine, a terrible waitress and many pot plants - Fifteen ways your body betrays you after you turn 40
I didn’t throw my back out lifting a fridge or doing CrossFit. I did it putting socks on. Because I’m in my 40s and this is my life now. At some point in your late 30s, you might still be under the quaint little illusion that you’re a still a young adult. And then, without… Read more: Fifteen ways your body betrays you after you turn 40 - Why I can’t wear black anymore: A Labrador owner’s memoirContains affilaite links Once upon a time, and long after my brief goth years were over, black was a wardrobe staple. Elegant, slimming, practical; black is a classic choice for the tired mum with no energy for fashion but a deep desire to hide the wobbly bits and bolognese stains…. And then I got a… Read more: Why I can’t wear black anymore: A Labrador owner’s memoir
- 14 things they don’t tell you about moving houseMoving house is supposed to be exciting, isn’t it? A fresh start, a new adventure. A chance to declutter and reinvent your entire life as the sort of person who uses coasters, owns matching towels and whose sideboards are remarkably clear. When I moved (around six weeks ago!) it was the third time since 2021,… Read more: 14 things they don’t tell you about moving house
- April 2025: House stuff, and not a great deal else tbh*This post contains affiliate links. May got off to a belting start; I started typing this from the midst of a heatwave! I then completely forgot to finish it. I’d offer apologies for the fact that this update is now over a week later than it should have been, but I’m exhausted and I don’t… Read more: April 2025: House stuff, and not a great deal else tbh
- March 2025: Three trips to London and a new houseFuck me, I am shattered, physically and mentally. I am covered in bruises and everything aches. No, I haven’t taken up wrestling; I’ve been humping boxes and building furniture because I’ve finally MOVED HOUSE. But, before I get ahead of myself, let me reminisce about what else happened in March. (If you want to read… Read more: March 2025: Three trips to London and a new house
- April 2025: House stuff, and not a great deal else tbh*This post contains affiliate links. May got off to a belting start; I started typing this from the midst of a heatwave! I then completely forgot to finish it. I’d offer apologies for the fact that this update is now… Read more: April 2025: House stuff, and not a great deal else tbh
- Bed Kingdom: Flair Loop Midsleeper Bed Storage Set ReviewWell we finally moved house, and one of the great joys was putting lots of stuff in a skip. Honestly, if you love someone, don’t get the smellies for their birthday – get them skip hire. Very cathartic. One of… Read more: Bed Kingdom: Flair Loop Midsleeper Bed Storage Set Review
- 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
- Bed Kingdom: Flair Loop Midsleeper Bed Storage Set ReviewWell we finally moved house, and one of the great joys was putting lots of stuff in a skip. Honestly, if you love someone, don’t get the smellies for their birthday – get them skip hire. Very cathartic. One of… Read more: Bed Kingdom: Flair Loop Midsleeper Bed Storage Set 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
- 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?
- Why I can’t wear black anymore: A Labrador owner’s memoirContains affilaite links Once upon a time, and long after my brief goth years were over, black was a wardrobe staple. Elegant, slimming, practical; black is a classic choice for the tired mum with no energy for fashion but a… Read more: Why I can’t wear black anymore: A Labrador owner’s memoir
- A last minute dog friendly holiday in Cornwall: Haven Perran Sands, Perranporth reviewNote: This Perran Sands review is entirely my own words and in no way connected to or sponsored by Haven. It got to Sunday afternoon before the last full week of the holidays, and the kids were due back from… Read more: A last minute dog friendly holiday in Cornwall: Haven Perran Sands, Perranporth review
- 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 last minute dog friendly holiday in Cornwall: Haven Perran Sands, Perranporth reviewNote: This Perran Sands review is entirely my own words and in no way connected to or sponsored by Haven. It got to Sunday afternoon before the last full week of the holidays, and the kids were due back from… Read more: A last minute dog friendly holiday in Cornwall: Haven Perran Sands, Perranporth review
- 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
- Ready Brek pancakes: A very easy wheat free oat pancake recipeUpdated March 2025! Here is my kid-friendly recipe for wheat free, diet friendly and really tasty Ready Brek oat pancakes. They are really simple and quick to make and need only three ingredients. We’ve been eating these pancakes for over… Read more: Ready Brek pancakes: A very easy wheat free oat pancake recipe
- 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
- Embracing the spring transition with a new midsize wardrobe from Very.co.ukThis post was written in collaboration with Very As the seasons shift and the days begin to lengthen, there’s a certain magic in the air: brighter mornings, blooming flowers, and the promise of new beginnings… And what better way to… Read more: Embracing the spring transition with a new midsize wardrobe from Very.co.uk
- 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
- Biird Lumii clitoral sucker sex toy: Review & discountDisclaimer: I was sent the Biird Lumii clitoral sucker and some other bits and bobs to review free of charge for this post, but words and pictures are mine. This post contains affiliate links. See more information here. You can get a… Read more: Biird Lumii clitoral sucker sex toy: Review & discount
- Biird Namii vibrator and clitoral stimulator/sucker review & discountDisclaimer: I was sent the Biird Namii vibrator and clitoral stimulator to review to free of charge for this post, but words and pictures are mine. This post contains affiliate links. See more information here. You can get a 10% discount on… Read more: Biird Namii vibrator and clitoral stimulator/sucker review & discount
- 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
- 10 ways to save money when moving house with Quidco cashbackThis post was written in collaboration with Quidco cashback site, but words are mine. If you sign up to Quidco using the affiliate links on this review and spend £5 via the site, you will receive a new member bonus… Read more: 10 ways to save money when moving house with Quidco cashback
- How to Use Quidco to Save Big on Everyday PurchasesThis post was written in collaboration with Quidco cashback site, but words are mine. If you sign up to Quidco using the affiliate links on this review, you will receive a new member bonus of £15 and I will receive… Read more: How to Use Quidco to Save Big on Everyday Purchases
- 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?
