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Confessions of a Single Mum

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

Maths and I Are Definitely Not Friends

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I remember sitting in a Maths class as a teenager wondering why on earth I needed to know half the stuff I failing to learn. I had no grand plans to be a mathematician or to do anything clever with numbers. It wasn’t till many many years later I found myself sat at the dining table trying to explain maths to a very bored 15 year old son that I realised that was the I had to learn maths all those years ago……to teach my children. To say maths and I didn’t get on is a bit of an understatement. I ... VIEW POST

6 Heroes Hiding in Your Cupboards

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Vaseline - if you colour your hair at home you might already be using Vaseline along your hairline, neckline and on your ears to help prevent staining as you dye your locks. But did you know its also brilliant at greasing squeaky hinges as well as preventing rust? You can also add a dab around the neck of nail polish bottles to stop them sticking. Tea Tree Oil - Want an eco-friendly air fresher? Grab one of those plant sprayers and fill with water. Add a drop of vinegar, half a teaspoon of ... VIEW POST

Which Foods are Safe to Eat and Which You Need to Bin On Use By Dates

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As with most people money isn't exactly flowing so watching pennies is a must. One place I know I waste the most money in the kitchen.  According to recent reports, the average family throws out £50 worth of food a month. I don;t know about you but I can't afford to chuck £50 a away each month. I would rather it was in my purse than in the bin.  Most of what we throw away is fruit and veg but 32% of bread that has been bought ends up in the bin too. Before we all start beating ourselves at ... VIEW POST

How to save £100 a month

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Would £100 a month help your bank balance go into the black? Here are 4 swaps that could add up to £100 a month saving. As you read through these saving s you might say you don't have these things to swap, so maybe it gives you enough to think on to see where you can swap things and maybe your swaps will come to more than £100 a month saving. Its already been long said that it's cheaper to take your own lunch than buy lunch every day. But it wasn't till I saw the maths on it in black and ... VIEW POST

Easter Weekend

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With glorious weather, garden in some sort of order and no work for the day, I found myself with my daughter at the horses. If you are an old reader of my blog you might know my daughter is just slightly horse mad. Many many years ago she asked if she could have horse riding lessons. Keen for her to have a hobby we agreed. Years later she has advanced through her lessons and also helps to look after a friends horses. She very kindly lets my daughter ride when ever she wants. The love of Hector ... VIEW POST