We have just spent a week at the Bluestone Wales resort in West Wales. The weather could of been a bit better, but as usual it was a normal British summer rain and more rain. On the one sunny day though we went to a local farm/zoo called Folly Farm. It was only about a…
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Getting Your Van Ready For Business
Read moreNowadays many people are self-employed and lots of people are either trades people or offer delivery services. This means it’s important to have your van properly equipped to do whatever your job is and also to ensure it’s done in a very efficient way so you don’t lose any time through lack of organisation. I…
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I love And Admire My Wife So Very Much 5 Reasons Why
Read moreI love my wife so very much, and I am more in love with her today than when we first met. My wife has so many wonderful qualities that I can only try to emulate, but know I will always fall short. 1. The girls are so lucky to have a mum that nothing is…
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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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Brilliant Dad Feature Week 120
Read moreThis week the Brilliant dad feature is Luis who blogs at Single Daddy Daycare. He is a 33 year old single co-parent with two children who are six and four years old. Outside of blogging, he works in healthcare as an account manager for a private medical insurance firm. In his spare time, he enjoys…
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That’s It: My Five Year Old Twins 1st Year Of School Is Finished
Read moreA school year goes by very quickly, and the changes in my five year old twin girls has been incredible. Sadly they have grown up so much. Of course nobody can stop time. It flows by in a constant way. Just as they are getting older of course I am as well. The year started…
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You Vs. Mother Nature: Outdoor Fun Indoors
Read moreWolfBlur There’s no doubt that the summer is a wonderful time. The kids are off school so you have more time to bond with them and it feels like the days are open with endless possibilities. Well, right up to the point the unforgiving British weather decides to wade in on the argument and make life…
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Running Your Own Business Advantages/Disadvantages
Read moreI have been running my own painting and decorating business for about 20 years now. I have never regretted starting out on my own, but that is not to say that it's been plain sailing all the way. Image source It was very tough in the beginning and of course the internet was not what it is…
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Garden Party Barbecue with Iceland: Video Special #Ad
Read moreSummer has arrived and for us that means it’s time to get the barbecue out, gather round family and friends and let the good times roll! I think there’s no better way to bring the whole family together than a good, traditional barbecue. Did you know that the UK is Europe’s leading BBQ nation, hosting…
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My Sunday Photo (Aladdin)
Read moreYesterday we went on our annual visit to the open air Everyman theatre in Cardiff. This was our third year in a row. This year it was Aladdin and the standard as previous years was top class. The girls sat and applauded all the way though and loved every minute. In fact my wife and…
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My Five Year Old Twins And Their Desire To Learn
Read moreMy five year old twin girls have just finished their first year of school, and I have been amazed at how much they have developed and how inquisitive their minds have become. Their curiosity on how things work keeps me on my toes with a constant stream of questions. Their minds are being stimulated everyday…
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Bosch IXO Screwdriver Video Review
Read moreThe Bosch IXO screwdriver is a lightweight cordless screwdriver ideal for small jobs around the home and garden. It’s available to purchase on it’s own or with a range of accessories. In this video I’ve used it to make a child’s garden bench. This post includes amazon affiliate links
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Making A Special Gift with Nuts For Gifts: Video Special
Read moreI have teamed up with Nuts For Gifts to show everybody how easy it is to make something which is a bit different for a present and adding that personal touch to your gift. We all so often go to our local shop to buy a present or a card because we either forgot or…
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Your Most Hated DIY Problems Solved
Read moreOn this blog, we love DIY. But there are some jobs that just suck. No matter how well you prepare, it always seems as if something goes wrong and ruins your plans. Here are some of the commonest DIY problems out there and what you can do to make your life a bit easier.Sealing Around…
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I Was Once Part Of A Happy Family Of Five
Read moreIn the near future I will be doing a blog post about a company that basically revitalises all your old black & white photos. So at this point I decided to raid my mum’s house for as many old black and white photos that I could find, and wow! What a shock I was in…
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Brilliant Dad Feature Week 119
Read moreThis week our brilliant dad feature is Alan. He is co-owner of a sign making business in Newcastle upon Tyne. He is married to his wife Catherine and they have been married for 12 years now. They have added two beautiful girls to their family, Imogen and Abigail. They are 9 and 6 years old…
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Safety 101: Is Your House Really That Secure?
Read morehttps://www.pexels.com/photo/close-up-of-padlocks-on-railing-against-sky-256738/ Being a homeowner comes with a lot of responsibility. Not only do you have to make sure that your home is warm and comfortable for your family, but most of the time, you want it to look good too. And that can be quite a challenge in itself. Add to the fact that you…
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How Safe Is Your Office?
Read moreWorking an office can be pretty hazardous. Everyday harmless looking objects can actually cause some pretty nasty accidents. I know it’s not something that we think of on a regular basis, but like any job, they all come with their own risks. For example, did you know that 7,495 people were injured due to flying/falling objects?…
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Tech Gadgets The Whole Family Will Love
Read moreAs your kids get older, they become a little more demanding in terms of technology. They are part of a generation that was brought up on tech and it is usual for parents to turn to teen kids to help them work out how to use a new gadget. The plus side is that they…
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The 3 Factors Of A Successful DIY Project
Read moreThere are all sorts of developments which you might want to carry out in your home. No matter what it is that you are going for, however, it is likely that you are keen to make sure it is as quick and painless as possible. But achieving that can be surprisingly hard, especially in the…
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Fathers/Mothers: Who bonds Easiest With New Baby?
Read moreI have often wondered if mothers have a huge advantage when it comes to bonding with a new baby. In my own experience I believe they have a massive advantage because a mothers bonding with a baby starts when they see that positive pregnancy test. Whereas for a dad, yes, I was excited at seeing…
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