When it comes to reading, I always seem to gravitate towards the same authors.There’s a comfort in knowing what to expect and I’m not sure if it’s because I like to play it safe or because I genuinely fear getting halfway through a book and absolutely hating it. Either way, it’s made me hesitant to branch out. But lately, I’ve been trying to push myself out of my reading comfort zone, and in the process, I came across Samantha Hayes — and wow, I’m glad I did.
Your brain is a lot like your social media feed, your “For You” page. Whatever you engage with the most is what starts to show up more often. You watch one video about dogs? Suddenly, your feed is full of puppies. Why? because the algorithm is always listening, always watching what you focus on.
If I had a pound for every time I heard the phrase “You have to niche down to stand out”, I’d probably be typing this from a hammock in Bali.
Turning 40 doesn’t scare me, but it does feel like a bit of a milestone. A little nudge from the universe saying, “Hey, this is your one precious life—are you living it the way you really want to?”. I’ve got three amazing daughters who remind me daily that life moves fast. I’ve built a business from scratch, working with clients I love, all while squeezing in gym sessions, coffee-fuelled deadlines and the school run. I’ve also blogged my way through the chaos, writing about everything from fashion and baking to days out and those magical, mundane moments in between.
As someone who treats glasses as part of my everyday style, I love having multiple pairs of glasses to suit different moods and outfits. Whether I am dressing up for a day out or keeping it casual, my glasses are always part of the look. That is exactly why I have fallen in love with Firmoo. They offer an incredible selection of affordable, stylish, and high-quality glasses for every occasion.
When it comes to D.I.Y or anything that involves an instruction manual thicker than a magazine, we are out. Some people are just built for flat-pack wizardry. Sadly, Mezz and I are not those people. The thought of assembling anything sends us into instant panic mode!. Give us a Netflix series or a gym session any day over fiddling with screws and Allen keys.
There’s something so blissful about a lazy afternoon when you are on holiday, isn’t there? No alarms, no rush, just time to soak it all in and really decompress from home. We are currently enjoying a little break away in Hemsby, and yesterday we headed into town for a wander and a bit of a shop. While we were there, the girls each picked out a slime set—because what’s a holiday without a bit of mess and creativity?.
Sleep and I just don’t get along. Or at least, we didn’t. For years, I have struggled with falling asleep, staying asleep, and waking up feeling like I’ve done a full workout in my dreams. No matter how many magnesium sprays I tried, herbal teas I drank or phone scrolling TikTok bans in bed I set—nothing worked. I was exhausted and totally over it.
It isn’t old news when I say I have had ongoing stomach issues for the longest time. From bloating to discomfort after meals, I always chalked it up to stress or just having a sensitive gut. But recently, someone asked me a question that completely shifted my thinking: Have you ever been tested for lactose or dairy intolerance?.
After reading Elsie Silver's current series, I could not wait to get my hands on this one, after seeing the paperback copy in the Works. Being a kindle girl, as you know, I was straight onto ordering this one and knew it would not disappoint.
Easter half-term has officially begun, and we’ve kicked things off with a whole bundle of creative fun thanks to Baker Ross! If you’re looking for Easter crafts for kids to keep them busy during the holidays, these kits have been an absolute hit in our house. Here’s a little look at what we’ve been getting up to so far this Easter break.
Not long before the children break up for the Easter holidays and we all know how expensive two weeks can be—trust me, I have three children and finding fun and free things to do can be a challenge.
Let’s be real — when you're parenting without regular childcare, finding time for each other can feel impossible. Traditional date nights might be impossible, but that doesn’t mean your relationship has to be on pause. Enter the magic of day dates — little pockets of time while the kids are at school or glued to Netflix for an hour — where you can just be you two again.
