Looking after yourself is not selfish. You can only take care of those you love when you are match fit to do so. Top tips on looking after yourself emotionally and physically.
Help for those on a low income is available and there is always hope if you are having financial difficulties. However, systems can be challenging to navigate especially when you are already feeling stressed about your financial plight. I thought I would list things that are well worth investigating when the wolf is at the…
Your sexual health is important, so it’s vital that you’re in the know when it comes to the morning after pill. This type of emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy if you have unprotected sex. Regardless of whether you think you’ve got it all figured out or not, here are five things you should know about…
Moving home tips are on my mind after our recent house move. Moving home can be a huge source of stress and a little thinking of things in advance along with some home comforts when you arrive can make all the difference. Moving home tips 1. Ensure you have changed your address with all the…
It is a common dilemma for women to struggle with their confidence and sense of self. Whether it’s wider social issues like equality in the workplace and gender stereotypes, or more personal struggles with the way you look and feel — instilling a sense of sense of confidence can be difficult. In fact, according to…
What is online screening and how can employers use it to find the right candidate? Recruitment in the past In the olden days which were not that long ago, employers checked who they were recruiting largely by references from former employers and sometimes personal ones from people like priests or people with a strong professional…
Flight delays have the potential to wreck holidays and disrupt business plans. They can be under an hour or more than one day or anything in between. One delayed flight can mess up all the follow-up travel plans from getting a connecting flight to missing out on the public transport you had planned to get…
You may be wondering how your social calendar will alter if you decide to stop smoking but deem yourself as a socialite — with Nicotinell’s smoker profile quiz perfect for discovering if you are indeed a social smoker. Coping at parties when quitting smoking is hard. Fortunately, help is at hand. The following guide will…
Using electronic screens is now part of everyday life for both work and leisure purposes. Smartphones and tablets are now seen as essential rather than luxury items. They help us gather information quickly and learn new things. However, it is vital to know the very real health risks of electronic screens. It is pretty common…
Smoked salmon canapés are quick, simple and perfect for a wedding or a dinner party. My smoked salmon canapés recipe serves 6 and is ready in as little as 15 minutes. Ingredients for smoked salmon canapes 400g Norwegian smoked salmon Scandinavian KnekkebrØd (or Rye) crisp breads 1 tub of cream cheese 2 tbsp crème fraîche…
I thought I would share the highlights of Lanzarote as holiday destination. When my Mum passed away, the first thing my Dad did was book a holiday. He asked if it was OK with me and I thought it was such a great idea after a year of caring for my Mum. He chose Lanzarote…
We moved into a lovely new home about 5 weeks ago. It is so wonderful that we have spent the last few weeks just thanking our lucky stars for finding the perfect home for us. Of course, now I have got to the point where I want to make the most of what we have got…
School-Home Support (SHS) is the charity I have selected to partner with for the next 12 months. Did you know? Over 4 million children in the UK are growing up in poverty – 30% of the total number of children – and don’t always have food in the house 1.6 million children in the UK…
Once you are finally out of school and earning real money, on your own, there is so much to celebrate! And your newfound freedom and financial independence should be celebrated. However, it should also be guarded. So many young people are so excited about the here and now that they forget to plan for the…
You’re headed to Phoenix and you’ll be ready for activities once you get there. Arizona’s landscape and temperatures make the entire state an outdoor playground. Here are things to do for outdoor adventure in Phoenix. Outdoor adventure in Phoenix Tonto Natural Bridge Falls presents a break from the dry climate of Arizona. Observation decks allow…
Today I am sharing an easy Pork Burger recipe which I think will tempt just about every member of the family. Pork burger recipe Serves: 10 Cooking time: 20 minutes Preparation time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 1.5kg (3lb 5oz) lean minced Red Tractor pork 75g (3oz) wholemeal Red Tractor bread crumbs s113g (4oz) Red Tractor onion,…