Hen’s teeth, allotments are. But worth the wait. Mine took four years. The Roehampton Garden Society runs it, powerful ladies with time on their hands. Frighteningly organised. When the Good News comes, you are invited to a pre-fab on Site 2 where you part with all of £94 plus £5 for one year’s worth of water, sign up to the rules and purchase some compost. There’s a spiffingly…
Liberté,égalité,fraternité. I don’t know any place where you really do find ALL these ideals other than the dance floor. You are free to express yourself, all revellers are equal and you’re best mates with everyone for the evening.
It’s not just fun, it’s therapy, so say the scientists. And there are so many opportunities to get out there. Nonetheless, I…
As modern parents, we all want the best for our children and are determined to guide them on their journey of life. But competing with the rising world of technology can be difficult; screens have become more and more pervasive in our children’s lives, leaving many parents feeling desperate and helpless. With digital media consumption on the rise, it’s hard to know where to turn in order…
Caring for young children and elderly parents all at the same time. This is what I would define the Sandwich Generation. It feels mad what I have put myself and my family through….Two and a half years living with Alzheimer’s. When I say living with, I mean, as primary carer and care manager for my demented mum.In her own home. Till the end.
We relocated from Acton. I changed…
Just when you think you’ve got this parenting thing covered, your child turns into a teenager and suddenly you feel like a beginner again. Well don’t worry, it happens to us all, and it doesn’t hurt to remember that being a teenager can be as much of a nightmare as owning one. So here are a few tips to help you get through the last few years of parenthood. More advice on how to handle…
We all want to get the most bang for our buck, especially regarding our hard-earned money. So, what are the best ways to spend your money? Here are 10 ideas to get you started.
1. Invest in Yourself
Nobody else is going to invest in you like you can. Whether it’s taking a class, hiring a coach, or buying some new clothes for work, when you invest in yourself, you’re investing in your…
Many people have heard of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) but do not understand what it entails. MAT is a type of treatment that combines behavioural therapy and medications to treat substance use disorders. It can help individuals struggling with addiction become sober and maintain sobriety long-term. This article will provide an overview of the MAT process so that those considering this form…
Pets can often become highly valued members of the family. If you’re looking for a pet, you might be concerned about which pet your London home is suitable for. London homes may be more compact compared to homes elsewhere in the UK, so concerns about space may make you pause before taking the leap and bringing home a pet. It is a good idea to look critically at the space you have at home and…
If you are first on the scene and find someone who has collapsed or had an accident, what you do in those first minutes is critical.
Ambulance target time to get to a life-threatening emergency within eight minutes. However, in the current climate, this is just not happening and even with life-threatening emergencies you may be waiting considerably longer. The first aid you give whilst waiting for…
Mums and sleep deprivation … we can all relate. I see Meta has employed a paediatric sleep deprivation therapist, suggesting it thinks its parenting-employees need lessons in getting their kids to sleep, too much indulging going on, too much lost sleep, impacting negatively on their Precious Productivity. Oh dear…
Companies want it all. And we want it all, don’t we. The Career.