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Confessions of a Single Mum

The ups, the downs and sideways views of life as a single parent

How to Protect Your Home Against Weather Damage

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Storm season is already upon us. We have had two here in the UK in the last few weeks and, as the winter months close in, the winds are sure to pick up the pace again. It is well worth protecting your home against the damage that extreme weather conditions can do to your home now. It’s also worthwhile checking your insurance, to make sure it covers storm-related damage. By planning for all eventualities, you can be saving money and heartache in the long run. Here is a checklist to help you ... VIEW POST

When You Have To Learn How To Holiday

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...you realize its been way too long since your last holiday. And it has been an awfully long time. I've had a couple of 2-day camping trips and the odd night away but the last proper holiday was my honeymoon in Mexico that lasted 4 days and ended up with us all being put on emergency flights home to escape a hurricane. We've been divorced about 18 years so can safely say it been a long time. So when then the other half says we need a holiday and then books it I was very excited. Then reality ... VIEW POST

Fabulous Christmas Bedding

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Christmas bedding is a relatively new thing for me. I use to think it was a waste of money but then I gave in one year and it's on me 'must have' list for Christmas each year. Luckily all the shops are catching on to the idea so prices are coming down and the choice is now just fabulous. No matter what your taste is, modern, traditional or cute, there is a Christmas bedding set for you. The Snowman And The Snowdog Bed Set From Next, The Snowman and Snowdog Bed set is just an iconic ... VIEW POST

A Guide To Toy Decluttering

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“No, don’t give it away! That toy is my favourite!” your child screams to the fourth toy in a row.   Mountains of toys pile up around you. Everywhere you look there’s a tribe of Playmobil characters ganging up on you or a cascade of cheap pound-shop bouncy balls gearing up to trip you over.   Something needs to be done!   This toy decluttering guide streamlines the toy purging process, pacifying angry outbursts from your children. Preventative Measures The ... VIEW POST

3 Home Repairs You Can Easily Handle

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When most household items get broken, it is good to know how you can repair them yourself since most of the repair work requires less or no experience. You will therefore no longer need to call an expert to help you fix the broken item. Occasional repairs are one of the most common bargains that come with owning a home. Learning how to fix things yourself can save you the cash you would be giving the experts you hire to do the job for you. Things break by accident and it is important that you ... VIEW POST

Five quintessentially British interiors you should invest in

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British interior design has stood the test of time with classic furnishings oozing in charm and opulence. Whilst modern interior design favours a minimalistic look, incorporating some traditional design elements into your home can add a sense of character to an otherwise simplistic setting. Here, I’m counting down five key interior design elements that are quintessentially British and definitely worth splashing out on! The Ottoman Often shunned as a mere footstool, the ottoman can ... VIEW POST