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Why Western Canada is Perfect for A Dream Holiday
Canada may feel far away, but it’s actually closer than it seems. Even Vancouver, which is right on the west coast, is only an nine hour journey from London, and the flight schedules are usually perfect to stroll off the plane just in time for dinner. In the six hundred miles between Vancouver and Calgary there is such a variety of terrain and weather conditions that you’re guaranteed to find something for everyone. Vancouver Vancouver regularly places near the top in lists of most pleasant places to live in the world, and walking around the city it’s easy to see why. From the shops downtown to the historic buildings in…
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The art of a successful M word conversation with your partner
The M word is something that many of us don’t even think of. That is, until it comes charging into our lives, bringing hot flushes, mood swings and changes in our body shape, to name but just a few symptoms. I am of course talking about Menopause. It’s something all of us as women will experience at some point in our lives yet we can feel enormous discomfort talking about it. The lack of openness around this phase in our lives means both us and our partner are unlikely to recognise the symptoms or know how to manage them. But it can have a profound effect on our relationship. We…
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Best Storage Ideas For Your House
Storage is always a challenge for homeowners. It doesn’t seem to matter the size or layout of their home— it’s always a point of contention. The best way to organize your home is to break your rooms down into more manageable projects. Here are some of the best storage ideas for your house to get you started. Create Kitchen Zones Kitchens tend to be an area where clutter collects, and chaos reigns supreme. By breaking your kitchen down into zones, you can optimize your storage more effectively. When hiding things behind the cabinets shaker style doors keep appliances and supplies grouped together by their functionality. For example, you might store…
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Brighten Your Home with This Useful Guide
If you go onto Pinterest, you will soon see that there are so many bright and beautiful homes on there. It’s far too easy to look around your own home and see why they just don’t compare. You may feel as though your home is dark and dingy, and that you just yearn for that happy space. If this is something that you can relate to then just look below. Use White or Lighter Coloured Furniture Where possible, you need to try and search for white furniture if you want to brighten your space. If you want some ideas then think about having some white bookcases, white tables or even…
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How to Write a Great Fictional Story?
Storytelling is easy. As social beings, it comes to us naturally, whether that be in conversation with friends about a fun Friday night or the way we baby talk our pets into trying out new treats. Storytelling is a part of us, so what differentiates the movies we watch, the books we read, the dreams we spin into stories that are memorable and exciting than that grocery trip the other day? Is being fiction, being out of this world and imaginative, enough to tell a great story? Novelist, Jonathan Coe, emphasizes that the essence of creative writing is absolute freedom. It is, because your imagination is the limit. But here…
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Delicious health snacks from the Squirrel Sisters
I am delighted to share an inspirational interview with Gracie & Sophie Tyrrell, Founders, Squirrel Sisters. Squirrel Sisters is a multi award-winning health and wellness company with a range of delicious and health snacks. This business came about after the sisters underwent some very challenging times. It’s a really heart-warming tale of how challenges can make us stronger. The Squirrel Sisters have done everything themselves from product development, sales, finance and all the things that go towards launching a successful business. Tell us a little about your childhood and teenager years We were both born in Richmond, Surrey and enjoyed growing up there until we were 9 and 11 years…
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Does Auto Insurance Cover Hit and Runs?
Hit-and-run accidents occur more often than you might think. The most recent report from AAA shows that at least one hit-and-run accident occurs every minute in the U.S. No one wants to think about worst-case scenarios, but when shopping for an auto insurance policy, you have to do just that. Think, what would you do if such an accident happened to you? Do you have the insurance coverage to help pay for medical costs and property damage? As a car owner, here are a few things you need to know about hit-and-run incidents: What is a Hit-and-run Accident? The term “hit-and-run” refers to an accident where the driver of a…
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5 gifts for pet lovers
Pets bring so much to our lives. Whether you are a dog or a cat person or love smaller furry creatures, there is nothing quite like the unconditional love offered by our animal friends. If you have family and friends who have pets, you can make them feel special by getting them presents related to their animal companions. Here are my suggestions for 5 gifts for pet lovers. Beds There are different schools of thoughts on whether you should sleep with your pets or not. Whatever you think it is great for your companion to have a place of their own. You can support the Dogs Trust charity by purchasing…
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Learning From the Example of Others: Never Repeat These 6 Common Mistakes People Often Make After a Car Accident
It’s never any fun being in a car accident, but the whole ordeal can be a lot less stressful if you know what to do after a wreck. Here are 6 common mistakes you definitely don’t want to make. 1. Not Seeking Legal Advice Whether you are injured or not, you should seek legal advice from an attorney. You may be surprised to learn that you can get free legal advice after a car accident in most states. An attorney can make sure that you don’t make avoidable mistakes that could weaken or hurt your claim as well as make sure you are aware of all the laws and regulations…
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How to Find a School That’s a Good Fit for Your Child
If you are searching for a new school for your child, whether your child is moving up to a higher educational level or you are moving to a new area, your child’s interests, strengths, and any specific needs will be the best guidelines to help you make the right decision for them. Your main priority should be finding a school that allows your child to grow, learn, and develop their potential in a safe, caring environment. Royalty Free Photo Research the School Online: Before you visit, researching the school online will help you get answers to a range of standard questions that you might have. For example, you might be…
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Love lives in lockdown
Our love lives are so important. They make us happy and give our lives meaning. We know the rules of love in normal times. As we know with the arrival of Coronavirus, we live in anything but normal times. So how are our love lives faring in lockdown? People all over the world are conducting relationships in a whole new way. Separated by lockdown I am separated from my husband in lockdown due to a strange twist of Fate. We have really struggled to cope and to communicate. We have had over 20 years together with only the odd night apart due to work events. We got together very quickly…
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Make Your Baby’s First Event Memorable With Sip and See Invitations
Sip and See showers are the first and quite a significant event for any newborn baby. Parents take this opportunity to introduce their little ones to their family and friends. It’s a chance for family and friends to have a first look at the newborn and shower them with blessings and gifts. When planning your event, wonderfully designed and well-thought-out sip and see invitations will make quite an impact on the invitees and can make your event the talk of the town. But why are Sip and See showers needed in the first place? We all know that new arrival is quite exhausting for both the parents, especially the mothers.…
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How to date when observing social distancing
Few of us want to give up on the idea of finding love and fun even during a global pandemic. We want our hearts to sing and to feel attractive. Sadly there is no rule book on how to date when observing social distancing. As in many areas of life, we are going through unprecedented times but we can still ramp up that loving feeling in lockdown. Online dating Some feel uncomfortable with the very idea of online dating via a dating site like the Guernsey dating site. However, we are in abnormal times and there is no doubt being in different places swapping messages on a dating website is…
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Helping Friends or Family Through the Loss of a Loved One
Image Source Losing a loved one is never easy. Whether that’s a pet, a friend, a family member or anyone else a person has had some sort of connection with. So, if a family member, friend or loved one experiences loss, you will need to step up to the plate to help them through the process. There are so many different things you can do to help someone during this difficult time – from emotional support to practical support. But often, it can feel difficult to know what’s the best thing to do. Here are a few suggestions that could prove useful for everyone involved. Offer Your Sympathy First and…
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Father’s Day Gifts from Peach Perfect
I love how special memories pop up in my Facebook feed from time to time. Today I logged on to see an old photograph of my father and I sitting together on a garden swing giggling away. Some photos just capture a lovely relationship and this is one of those. Sadly my father passed away in 2012. He was easy to buy presents for as he loved mustard, honey and books most of all. My husband is a trickier dad to buy for but I feel better now I have seen the Father’s Day gifts from Peach Perfect. So often online stores claim to have something for everyone but I…
