I have to admit to feeling rather smug during the first lockdown. I was one of the lucky ones. And not just because I’ve been lucky enough not to be furloughed. Why then? Because I have my own espresso machine. And I know how to use it. No stomaching instant coffee for moi. God forbid!…
How do you find time for yourself in the midst of all the busy-busy? It’s all too easy to push time to replenish yourself to the bottom of the pile when you’ve got little humans depending on you. Especially when there’s only you. There’s so much pressure on us to constantly be there for our…
(I first wrote this post in 2017 – but it’s full of such good advice I thought I’d update it!) Once upon a time in a lifetime far, far away I was a certified expert at chilling out. Pre-child I can vaguely recall a time when I could luxuriate in unlimited downtime. Well, unlimited outside…
A few months ago I shared a quotes post and it’s one of my most popular posts on Pinterest, so I’m guessing lots of you like quotes too! I’m a big believer in the power of well-placed to lift the spirits and soothe the soul. Quotes are also a great way of sharing everyday wisdom….
If you’re trying to live frugally, money-saving experts are quick to suggest cutting out your expensive daily latte. And yes, you’ll stop a great chunk of your hard-earned cash from lining the pockets of the shareholders of your local coffee chain. But here’s the thing… Life’s too short to live without coffee! I know there…
What are your life goals? If you’re considering becoming self-employed, what life goals do you think self-employment will help you achieve? Or if you’re already your own boss, what made you take the leap? I’m willing to bet it just about making money. If you’re anything like me, you’re considering taking the path less travelled because your…
Right, today we’re talking Mother’s Day. A touchy subject for single mums everywhere. Because being a single mum on Mother’s Day can feel anything but special. In fact, it can be downright depressing. So this Sunday, I’ll be drinking a toast to all you fabulous single mums and giving us all a virtual pat on…
One day last summer, I cracked. I’d been soldiering on alone, trying to do it all as a single parent and a solo breadwinner. I was exhausted, miserable and struggling to make financial ends meet. One sunny July day with the prospect of school summer holidays further depleting my already meagre income, I sat at…
What do you do to turn things around when everything sucks? Do you have any go-to mood boosters? I think every mum, and ESPECIALLY single mums, needs a few fail-safe self-care tools to fall back on in a slump. Because they happen. A lot. There’s no shame in it. Coping alone is flippin’ tough. I’ve always…