This is a collaborative post If you, like many people, find yourself stumped when it comes to giving gifts, don’t worry; you are not alone. It can be quite difficult to try and find something that you know someone will love, and often it is easier to go for an unobjectionable generic option. However, if …
Is the thank you note dead? Is this something that you still do? Or your children still do? Or has modern technology replaced them? We always have a stash of note cards in our house. I mean, of course we do, it’s my house! I have plenty of notelets, cards, letter sets and the like …
Welcome to this month’s blog progress report. Here we are, at the end of another month. This month has been a bit of an odd one as the kids have broken up from school now, giving me a little less time to work, and we’ve also had a very busy Bring Back Paper activity that …
It’s a bookish day today, as I introduce next month’s book readalong, always one of my absolute favourite #BringBackPaper activities! If you’ve yet to join in with one of these readalongs, let me tell you a little more about it and tempt you to join us. The book readalong is an easy activity to get …
The time has come. My daughter leaves primary school this week. The end of an era is upon us. I vividly remember when she started school. How can that be so many years ago now? At 4 years old, there was no doubt in my mind that she was ready for school. I wasn’t, I …
We have a pen pal sign up running at the moment, and it has prompted a fair few questions. I thought it would be useful today to share the easy way to pen pal, a few simple tips and reassurances so that as many of you as possible can enjoy this lovely hobby. How To …
Today it seems that there’s only one thing the country is talking about. It’s on our mind, whether it weighs heavily or makes us proud, the night it nearly came home. Now, this is not a clever commentary on the tournament, how we played, what we might have done differently. What would I know?! All …
This is a collaborative post Minimalism is a beautiful concept, bringing tranquillity into home and mind alike by avoiding clutter and making spaces open and clean. However, it can be hard to pull off without making your space look clinical, impersonal and boring. The following is a helpful guide on how to navigate minimalist design …
Welcome to the Pen Pal Sign Up of July 2021. It’s been a while, and I know some of you have been waiting for this one, so here it is, here’s your opportunity! This is a chance to get yourself a pen pal or two. The pen pal sign up is by far the most …
As we roll into July, my thoughts are turning to the summer holidays. They are nearly upon us, and I really want to make the most of them with the kids. I’ve had a little think and put together our summer activities list. The children have contributed their ideas, of course, so we’ll now take …
This is a collaborative post Getting the designer bathroom of your dreams is a wonderful moment. And yet, all too soon, your beautiful spare lines are cluttered as the family buy more hair-care and skincare products, squeeze in an extra towel or two, or demand more storage than there is space to provide. How …
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This is a collaborative post Keeping your body and mind healthy is essential to living a long life. A significant part of that is ensuring your eyes remain healthy as you mature. Many people take sight for granted, but age-related issues could take hold and make vision more challenging as you get older. To avoid …
Disclosure: This is a collaborative post Moving to any city can be nerve-wracking as it can be hard to try and get a feel for any area that you don’t know. If you are looking to move to Dusseldorf, you may not know where to start apartment hunting. Read on for the lowdown on what …
This is a collaborative post, contributed by CarFinanceGenie Buying a car is one of the biggest investments you are likely to make in your lifetime – ranking alongside paying for a wedding or purchasing a house. That makes the question of how best to fund the purchase of a car an extremely common and important …
This is a collaborative post Your garden should be your safe haven after a long day, somewhere to relax and entertain guests while soaking up the sun. There are plenty of ways to give your garden a new look without having to spend hundreds, if not thousands, on a landscaper or gardener. If your garden …
Today I want to share with you what’s been flying into my mailbox recently so you can take a look at my happy mail. I share over on my Bring Back Paper page my PO Box address, so that anyone can send over some happy mail whenever the mood takes them. And rather wonderfully, some …
