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WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT GAUDI’S BARCELONA NOW
The Catalan capital city is full of whimsical treasures from this visionary architect
HOW TO TAKE THE BEST CARE OF YOUR SENTIMENTAL JEWELLERY
Your most precious possessions deserve extra-special care.
THE 5 PODCASTS YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO RIGHT NOW!
The most shocking, fascinating and informative podcasts I’ve recently enjoyed
BRINGING LIGHT TO THE DARKNESS // visiting a German concentration camp
It’s important to remember the past, so we don’t repeat our mistakes
5 WAYS TO INSTANTLY SAVE MONEY (new year, new you)
Simple, common-sense tips to help you quickly cut costs
SPECTACULAR SPAIN – 5 FUN & QUIRKY THINGS TO DO
We all know the famous Spanish landmarks, but have you heard of these quirkier pastimes?
THE MOST DELICIOUS MEAT I NEVER TASTED // my swaledale review
Don’t restrict yourself to bangers & burgers on the BBQ, grill up some native breed meat
TINKLING THE IVORIES // why piano teachers are important
Why learning an instrument is good for children, and finding the right teacher is vital
8 WAYS TO INSPIRE CREATIVITY // easy things to do in lockdown
What I’ve done to stave off boredom, inspire creativity and pass the time productively
MOISSANITES ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND // the stunning diamond alternative
These man-made diamond alternatives are almost as hard, twice as sparkly and one-tenth the price
FINDING THE BEST MORTGAGE FOR YOUR FAMILY
The mortgage process can be time consuming and confusing, so why not leave it to the experts?
HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY WORK WITH A BLOGGER
Insider tips and tricks from someone who’s seen the good, the bad and the ugly
AN UNEXPECTED PROBLEM // why you need to check your tyres post-lockdown
Before getting back behind the wheel, make sure you check your tyres
CREATING CONFIDENCE // preparing the girl bosses of tomorrow
The Mindscreen programme helps children to realise their unique talents, and set goals for the future.
ALLOWING YOUR SELF ESTEEM TO SOAR // helping adolescents to believe in themselves
Mindscreen ad-post; all thoughts my own I happen to think my kids are amazing. To me, their talents shine out of them like flood lights…
GORGEOUS GIFTS // incredible 35% black friday discount from nordgreen
One third off the price of a stunning designer watch for one third off – discount code in post
THE WARM FUZZIES // how to find the perfect rug to warm up your home
You don’t have to spend hundreds of pounds to get the rug you love
HOW TO BOOST SELF ESTEEM IN CHILDREN // techniques to increase confidence
We teach our children maths and English, so why aren’t we teaching them to value themselves too?
IS A RENTAL PROPERTY A GOOD WAY TO SAVE FOR RETIREMENT? (yes, but you need to be careful)
What is the best choice for your pension?
MOVING IN REVERSE // how to release equity without having to sell your home
Worrying about retirement? One option is to take a ‘reverse mortgage’.
About me
I’m Jacqui – a 40+ freelance journalist & lifestyle blogger.
I’ve been a magazine features writer for over 20 years, and in 2009 became one of the UK’s original ‘Mummy Bloggers’.
I’m proud mum to two funny & spirited girls; born summer 2008 and autumn 2010, and we all live just outside London with OH and our youngest baby – a miniature dachshund, named Frankie.
