Since going back to work, I feel like I’ve been permanently just a little bit behind with life. Not in a dramatic way where the house is falling apart around us or we’re surviving on takeaway every night 😂 but more in the way where all the little jobs that normally make life feel calmer have slowly started piling up in the background. Have you seen that meme that says, “I’m not an early bird or a night owl, I’m a permanently exhausted pigeon”? Well, that has very much been me lately. The human equivalent of a permanently exhausted pigeon. I had seven months off work and, if I’m … [Read more...]

I’ve been using Plum for a little while now and, honestly, it’s one of those apps that makes me feel like I’ve got my life together far more than I probably have. 😂 I know that sounds dramatic for a money app, but there’s something about having little pots, savings rules and even a tiny bit of investing going on in the background that makes me feel like a proper grown-up. Not the kind of grown-up who has matching Tupperware lids or remembers to cancel free trials on time, obviously, but a grown-up all the same. Plum is basically an app that can help you save, budget and invest in a … [Read more...]

One of the things I love most about our new house is the garden, which already feels like it has the potential to become such a lovely space for us. It’s probably my favourite part of the house, if I’m honest, and ever since we moved in I’ve been itching to get out there properly. I want to learn more about the plants that are already here, work out what needs a bit of love, and slowly start putting my own stamp on what is clearly an established garden, even if it has been a little bit neglected. The plan is to share a monthly “what’s growing in our garden” post so I can keep track of what … [Read more...]

One of the things I always think about before we go away now is how we’re going to stay connected once we land. It used to be something we just sorted when we got there, whether that meant paying whatever roaming charges came up or wandering around an airport trying to find somewhere to buy a SIM card. Neither option is ideal when you’re tired and just want to get to your hotel and start your trip. These days though, there’s a much easier way to deal with it, and it’s something I wish we’d started using sooner. Electronic SIMs, or eSIMs, basically let you sort your mobile data before you … [Read more...]

Taking the family on a cruise is one of those holidays that genuinely works for everyone. The adults get to relax, the kids stay entertained, and nobody has to compromise too much. That said, with so many options out there, knowing where to start can feel a bit daunting. Here's what's worth thinking about before you book. Choosing the Right Cruise Line Not all cruise lines are created equal when it comes to families, and this is probably the single most important decision you'll make. Some ships feel like they were designed with kids in mind from the ground up, proper clubs, youth … [Read more...]