Our kids’ birthdays are always a very exciting time. Every parent knows what it’s like. Months of planning and requests for certain gifts, and a huge build-up to the big day. One thing is for certain; no one wants to disappoint their kids. But sometimes, if money is an issue, it’s not always possible to buy them their every wish. ... Read More »

The average adult uses about 150 gallons of water per day!  Considering that less than 2% of the Earth’s water supply is fresh, it makes sense to put forth an effort to reduce our usage.  Doing so will conserve energy used to recycle water and reduce our environmental impact. Read More »

There are many reasons why more people are opting to shop online. You can find some great deals on the internet, especially during holiday sales events. Another benefit of opting to shop online is the fact that you can save money on gas and wear and tear on your vehicle. Read More »

It’s fun to take the family on vacation, but you need to make sure that it is well planned. Teenagers, and little ones alike, can get pretty bored if you don’t have enough things planned to keep them busy and that fit into their actual interests. While you may think touring art museums sounds like a wonderful family vacation, your ... Read More »

If you’re a parent, nobody needs to tell you that it’s a 24-hour, thankless task that somehow manages to deplete that last reserve-energy stockpile you didn’t even know you had. This is particularly true in the case of raising an infant or a couple or more toddlers, but growing kids can be just as unforgiving on your patience. They find ... Read More »

A loft conversion is no small task, but the end rewards could be well worth the trouble. According to Move with Us, a loft conversion typically adds around 10% to the value of your home, more than a new kitchen, bathroom, or even a swimming pool. Read More »

If you’re trying to get your little ones more excited about food and gardening, growing their own herbs is the perfect activity for both! Herbs are extremely easy to grow indoors, without worrying about too much (or not enough) rain, or damage from frost. The versatility of herbs also means you can use them while cooking, so little ones can ... Read More »

In today’s media hungry, status-updating, social media sharing society, there is a constant growing pressure to keep doing everything bigger and better than the last event., to constantly out-do or out-perform your peers and friends. Unfortunately, many of us have a certain budget that we need to live by, and this grand scheme of partying and celebrating doesn’t always come ... Read More »

There are some fantastic places across the UK for a very British day out for the whole family. There are many places that will entertain your family and offer them ways to experience British culture and history at the same time. Below are just a few very British days out for the family. Read More »

Every stay at home mum would love the opportunity to do something on the side that would make them that extra buck. Lucky for them, there are numerous options that allow mums to work from home while still looking after their families. Here are just a few of these options for mums who would love to make money while working ... Read More »