Only a matter of days ago, it seemed like the month of June started. However, as it draws to a close, I have fired up the time machine to head on an exciting journey with the incredible children’s author, Jane Huddleston! Prepare to be reminded of some of the best things that ever happened to us, whilst falling in love with some dragons!
Shoes! Many of us have a favourite pair! A pair that holds memories that if we throw them away will be lost! Looking through my shoe cupboard recently, I found mine and it got me wondering what do I do with the very battered pair? Keep them of course! Find out why here!
Since they became massive, avocados have taken over many dishes and delights. From cakes to salads, they give a look and taste that accepts flavours extremely well! However, they can be a real nightmare, as they are one of the most dangerous things to cut open! Yet, it doesn’t have to be that way now, thanks to Microplane’s new simplifying specialist cutting tool!
Based in Hertfordshire or Broxbourne and looking for a cracking fish and chips? Maybe a cheeky kebab? How about a beautiful burger? Herts Plaice in Hoddesdon is the place to go for an affordable but fabulous takeaway any day of the week! Plus, you can order directly from them, which is always a big win! Check out my mum’s tasty review right here!
It’s officially BBQ season and that calls for hot, sizzling, burgers, fresh off of the grill! However, sometimes it isn’t all about the meat, but the added elements that go with it! Especially the sauce, which Tracklements has absolutely nailed this year! Turn up the heat, get those juicy burgers cooked and pour this all over to take your BBQ to exciting heights!
Full of six fantastic fragrances, this new set of smells from INITIO Parfums highlights their brilliance at being able to make products that work for all. Converting me into their biggest fan, there is a smell for every occasion or important moment. When using them, you will make memories for life! Find out why here and have your summer event changed for life!
With skin care an essential in our house, I am always on the look out for new brands that can help with mine and my family’s conditions. Seeking softer, blemish reducing products has become an essential for us when buying new ones. Thankfully, Bathing Beauty has made some that are wonderful, as they left our skin feeling so much better! Discover more here!
Whether you are on the go or just a fan of a different kind of breakfast topper, Munchy Seeds could be just the thing for you! With so many flavours available, there is a packet for everyone to enjoy. We asked our neighbours to help us taste test them on the blog! Find out what everyone thought of these wholesome goodies right here!
Fancy a trip to Scotland? Well, now is your chance to without spending a lot! Plus, you will get a love affair, heartfelt moments of pure joy and wonder, as well as some of the best summer sun you could ever imagine! Okay, so I can’t promise all of that, however, I can promise it in the new fantastic book from Julie Shackman!
Happy Birthday Mum! Today, I am celebrating all things to do with the woman, who is the biggest influence in my life. I’m so proud to call her my mum and her birthday will always be a big event! It’s truly time to celebrate her and her wonderful ways on the blog! So, grab a slice of cake and get ready to party!
With my mum’s birthday just around the corner, it feels like the best time to whip out the mixing bowls and create her favourite! A classic coffee and walnut cake. With only five ingredients needed, you can make this recipe in less than an hour, making it easy to create at any time. Just pop on the kettle and enjoy a slice ASAP!
Birthdays seem to all come in one big rush in our house! Starting from May and ending in September, it feels like there isn’t a week that doesn’t go by where we don’t have one! This means that we always have to be prepared with presents to give. Here are some fun different and interesting gifts to give to the people you love!
Whether you are an experienced or new gardener, there are always tools on hand to help you get the most out of the experience to make your garden look lush. Whilst some gardening tools can look terrifying, the new STIGA battery powered pruning sears are super light and easy to use. You will have your garden looking amazing in no time at all!
Books and reading are an essential part of every child’s life. However, sadly, not enough children are reading anymore. In the hopes to change this, a brand new book set from author Jane Huddleston focuses on mixing historical fun with educational fiction. Discover all about how your child or children can fall in love and enjoy the Sunburst Dragons series this summer here!
Around the world, Father’s Day is being celebrated! To all the amazing fathers, father figures, grandfathers and mum’s who act like fathers, I wish you all the most incredible day! However, there is one man, who will always beat you to me! Even though he isn’t with us any more, my dad simply was the best man there was and ever will be!
Once upon a time, if the blog was discussing chainsaws, it would have been focusing on those famous films. Now, it’s discussing them due a very special trial I got to have using the new STIGA CS 100e Kit! Scary but super effective, this fantastic tool made keeping our garden well-kept and super trim! Perfect for those upcoming summer garden cleaning spent days!
Books, books, books, I bloody love them! No matter what themes, topics or stories they are telling, I can’t wait to lose myself in them! So, when Bonnier Books kindly offered me the chance to read three of their latest releases of course I said yes! Find out what books you should cosy up with this weekend to ease into next week well!
After a few very sick filled weeks, I am finally feeling a lot better. Thankfully, I have been able to help soothe the aches and pains without having to take much medicine. They are things I wanted to share with you, however, please do remember a doctor’s advice is always best. However, if you want some quick tips, I hope these can help!
What did you used to watch when you were younger? I don’t know if it is because my birthday is coming up or something else, however, I’ve been longing for a time gone by, when I would come running in from school to watch the shows featured in this post! I may just have to have a little rewatch of one of them!
Summer is the perfect time to bring out the accessories! From jewellery to sunglasses, the little elements that make up a whole outfit can really turn it into something else that make it pop. Especially when it comes to belts, which can transform how a piece looks. Something that I can certainly say the brand Pampeano are doing with their absolute stunning creations!
Whilst many people suffer from SAD in winter, I struggle with it badly during the summer months. With the world seeming overjoyed at the return of the sun, I long for the days of autumn and winter. However, over the last few years, I have found a few things that have helped me get through the days. Find out what they are here!
After a fantastic taster session, the blog was kindly asked back to review the full menu at the freshly opened Quattro Lounge in Hertford! Gifted endless amounts of food and drink, it was another fantastic experience at what used to be fast becoming the best dining spot in Hertford for us! Find out we thought about their incredibly tasty full menu selection here!
Ever felt like you are at a stage in your life where you can’t change anything? Well, that’s not the case, as you are never too old, young or experienced to make a better difference to your life. Last month, my mum proved to me just that and I wanted to share her story, which I think is really inspiration to us all!
June marks the halfway mark until the greatest day of the year! Since January, I have been planning my big 2024 celebrations and last month this meant breaking out a huge helping hand. The budget planner! The one essential that I pull out every December has been brought out early to help me break down where I need to spread my festive spending!
It’s time to discover the newest foods that I have introduced into my diet in the last month, in hopes to beat a little bit more of my ED! Of course, it had to feature a lovely jam, however, there were a whole host of beautifully tasting finds to go alongside it. Find out all about them and where to find them here!
Love an ice cream when the sun is out? Well, now you can make endless amounts with this easy two ingredient recipe featuring fruity mangoes and beautiful coconut milk. You won’t be able to stop creating it once you start, as it transports you away on to a beautiful tropical island in just a simple taste! Get those sun loungers ready for this!
Free magazines, a binge worthy new TV show and many special moments had with my mum. These are just a few of my favourite things from the month of May! Plus, a whole lot more that madeMay 2024 a month that I will never forget. Find out what made the list here!
Fish & Chips, salads, even a good old rice dish, all of these can be elevated with the addition of a fantastic vinegar! However, have you ever had a malt vinegar that was aged in bourbon smoked barrels? Well, you might just be about to thanks to this fantastic new product from Flower City Flavor Company. Get ready to really get stuck in!
Enjoy the most of the sunshine with a fantastic book this June, as I have chosen ten great reads for the beach, garden or that hiding space when all you want to do is kick back and relax. On display right now in Hertford Library, I hope that you enjoy these pieces, whilst lounging with an ice cream in that warm summer sun!
Get ready for the games to begin this summer with these perfect Father’s Day presents! From angry themed items to weirdness all round, Weird Games have made a selection that the whole family will want to play! Coming in big and small sizes, you will lose hours playing them together. Discover more about them here to prepare you for endless amounts of fun!
