One of my favourite days of the year is Father’s Day. The reason is of course quite simple. Being a father of five children I get spoilt rotten! This year Father’s Day in the UK is Sunday 17th June, so not long for my kids to think of lovely things to buy for me, but…
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My 6 Year Old Twin Girls First Visit To The Circus
Read moreYesterday we took our six year old twin girls to the circus. Somewhere they haven’t been before, and if I’m honest, it’s many a year since I have been to the circus. The last time I went to the circus, there was quite a selection of animals, but it appears those days have gone. Nowadays…
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My Sunday Photo: West Midlands Safari Park
Read moreI caught this photo last week on our visit to West Midlands Safari Park. I love going there to be so close to wild powerful awesome animals, from the comfort and safety of your car. It’s a perfect day out and easily our favourite family day trip. I can’t wait to go back soon! I…
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Making The Most Out Of Your Garden This Summer
Read moreYour garden, I believe should be enjoyed during the warm summer months, especially if you live in the UK, where the sun can disappear as quickly as it appears. I have always try to minimise the amount of work that is required in the garden. After all I’d rather spend my time playing with the…
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That Friday Linky
Read moreIt’s Friday again, which means it’s That Friday Linky time again! Please have a quick read of the info below and join in! As always we ask that you link up your favourite post of the week. Please don’t link up your entire blog, just one specific post that you’d like to share with us all.…
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I Miss Being An Expectant Dad
Read moreThe other day I was speaking to a friend on social media and they said they had sent a link to my blog to someone who had just become a father for the first time. I’m not sure why because I’m not sure I would have any useful advice or information about being a dad.…
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My Wife Is Seriously Awesome And I Love Her: The London Marathon 2019
Read moreApproximately 18 months ago my wife, Emily, decided to take up running. She felt she was not as fit as she would like to be, and as a teenager she enjoyed running so it seemed a natural thing to do to take up running again. I clearly remember her going on those first few runs…
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A Fun Day At West Midlands Safari Park: Ice Age
Read moreOne of the biggest highlights of our year is our annual visit to West Midlands Safari Park. It is slowly becoming a family tradition! This is actually our fifth visit in four years. It really is a special day out. Our six year twin girls always get very excited to know that we are going…
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Why Seeking Financial Help is Often the Last Resort
Read moreWe all have to deal with the immense pressure that modern society creates, what with the many outgoings a typical family has, and in the event a person finds themselves having to struggle to meet their monthly outgoings, there is a temptation to leave things as they are. Whether out of embarrassment or fear, some…
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An Interview With Dave Hornby Who Writes The DADventurer
Read moreThis is my sixth interview with pro-bloggers and this week I’m super proud and honoured to be able to interview Dave, the man behind The DADventurer. Dave writes about his adventures of being a stay-at-home dad to his three and a half year old daughter (L) and 2 month old son (‘Beetle’). With appearances from…
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How Talking To Someone Helped Me Conquer Depression Finding The Right Therapist
Read moreLast week I wrote a post about the mental health issues I have had in my life for the unofficial There For Him campaign and the campaign for raising mental health issues during mental health awareness week. All this got me to thinking about the time when I was most likely at my lowest point…
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Karcher SC3 Steam Cleaner Easyfix Review
Read moreClean, clean and even more cleaning yes I have to admit I do like cleaning , so when I was offered a Karcher SC3 Steam Cleaner to put it through its paces it was a no-brainer. I couldn’t wait to try it. The Karcher SC3 uses the power of steam it’s a awesome dirt shifting…
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Oh No! A Bear Is Eating Me: My Sunday Photo
Read moreYesterday we went on a day trip to West Midlands Safari Park where they have a new feature called Ice Age. Whilst walking through the exhibit, we came across this very angry bear, so I did what any loving parent and husband would do. I fought the bear to allow my children and wife enough…
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Your Children’s Health
Read moreOne the biggest worries and fears that I have as a parent is my children’s health. If I am really honest with myself, one of the most testing times as a parent is when one of my children is unwell. After being a dad for 22 years you would think that I’d have got used…
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Triumphant Travel: What You Should Know Before Departure
Read moreA little preparation can go a long way when it comes to traveling. Although many people think they do their best work (even if that “work” is packing) under pressure, the reality is you increase the odds of missing something when you don’t plan ahead. Before leaving for your next trip, think about your last…
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That Friday Linky
Read moreIt’s Friday again, which means it’s That Friday Linky time again! Please have a quick read of the info below and join in! As always we ask that you link up your favourite post of the week. Please don’t link up your entire blog, just one specific post that you’d like to share with us all.…
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A Guide to Making a Successful TPD Insurance Claim
Read moreIf a person is unable to work for any reason, their superannuation fund can be accessed to financially provide for the future. In order to claim for Total & Permanent Disability (TPD), a person must be unable to work, and unlike other compensations, it is not necessary to prove that the injury or illness was…
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The Worry Of Going On Holiday In Our Very Troubled World
Read moreIn about four weeks time we will be going to Disneyland Paris, and if I’m honest it’s a worry to me when you travel abroad on holidays. The world is such a troubled place nowadays with conflicts that seem to be happening in every corner of the globe. A few weeks ago when America decided…
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Unlocking The Compartments in my Mind: Me Depression And Being A Dad And A Man
Read moreI would like to start out by saying that I was inspired by a poem/post written by my friend, Giles, from You The Daddy, to write this post and raise awareness around men and depression. With the brilliant hashtag #thereforhim, which is an unofficial campaign for a paternal mental health week to raise awareness of…
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An Interview With Harriet Shearsmith Who Writes Toby & Roo
Read moreThis week it’s the fifth interview in my series of interviews with some of the top parenting bloggers and influencers in the UK today. Today’s interview is with Harriet Shearsmith, the founder and writer of Toby & Roo. I am truly honoured and privileged for Harriet to agree to be interviewed by me for my…
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These Guys Saved My Life: Paramedics and The Welsh Ambulance Service
Read moreWhen you have suffered serious ill health, or have been involved in an accident, the paramedics of the ambulance service are always there for you as quickly as they possibly can be. One month ago three paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service came to my rescue. The paramedics are unfailing in the treatment they give…
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