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Confessions of a Single Mum

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

A Little Bingo Confession

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I have a confession to make. My confession is that I love to play bingo online. So much so that as I sit and plod away on my laptop I am sitting on a sofa that I bought with my bingo winnings. Next to me is the matching 2 seater sofa that I also bought with my winnings. That hasn't been my only winnings but it has been my most notable one.  I had ordered the sofas and was following my savings plan and saving a bit each week till they were going to be delivered. I played my usual weekly few games ... VIEW POST

Single Mothers: Three Reasons Why Wills Are So Important

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Recently, a report sent chills down the spine of every probate solicitor in the UK. It revealed that 70% of people in The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland do not currently have a will prepared. Just think about that for a moment: 7 out of 10 people have no legal representation for their estate after they pass away – a move that will cause an unbelievable amount of stress and frustration for the family left to deal with the mess after you're gone. Now we know, it is always ... VIEW POST

And Breath…….

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I think I say this every year but I am always so glad when it’s the end of the summer holidays. Don’t get me wrong I do actually enjoy the summer holidays with the children and I know I am very lucky to be able to spend the time with them. But 6 whole weeks or more like 8 if they are in college is an awfully long time. There is only so many film afternoons you can do trips to here ans there. Money doesn't grow on trees nor does it suddenly sprout from nowhere in the holidays. Routines go out ... VIEW POST

Out and about with the family in the UK

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I know that many people want to get out of the house during the summer holidays – mainly because the kids have developed cabin fever and are starting to drive everybody mad! The good news is that even if you are on a budget, there are a few things that you can do as a family that will entertain the kids and give you the break that you desperately need, without breaking the bank. Stay local Okay, maybe staying local is not exactly what you are looking for, but I always remind myself that ... VIEW POST

This Really Can’t Be Right? Can it?

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How sad is it that you have resign yourself to the fact nothing will be done by your council. I have a friend who lives in what we use to call council housing. Council housing down here was renowned for the quality homes. Quality renting and godsend if you were on it. Now ? It’s not so much. I have a friend who is having an ongoing battle with her local housing association and nothing is getting done. She and her family live in what we fondly call a Cornish Unit home. If you’re from down this ... VIEW POST

6 Things I Have Learnt To Cope As A Single Parent

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Some days it’s just not easy coping as a single parent. When there is just one you have to learn very quickly to multi-task, manage your time and be great at everything all at once whilst standing on one leg. But just by trying a few of these things it may turn it around enough for you to catch your breath.   I have learned by trial and error that…. Routines are good – everyone knows what they are supposed to be doing and when. Bedtime and morning routines are especially useful ... VIEW POST