Most accidents on the roads today are caused by drivers being distracted for just a split second. You take your eye off the road for just a moment and then it happens. You have a collision. So when I was recently approached by Lease Car and their campaign #UKDrivingDistractions I was instantly curious as to…
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Replacing The Windows In Our Home
Read moreOne of the most expensive jobs in your home is replacing the windows and consequently getting it right is so important because they are going to be there a long time. However, you’ll want the best price you can get for double glazing windows. It doesn’t always pay to go for the cheapest option so…
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The Importance Of Getting The Right Central Heating For Your Home
Read moreI have grown up in a world where I have never lived in any house that has not had central heating. In fact I often wonder how I would cope if I had to live in a home that doesn’t have central heating. I don’t like the winter months, especially in the UK where it…
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Is Blogging On A Cliff Edge?
Read moreIn 2018 blogging saw some changes occur. There is no doubt about that, but were these changes for the better? If I am totally honest I’m not sure at the moment. Blogging has changed so much over the last few years, and some of those changes have been brilliant. For example, we are now starting…
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Rollercoasters High Blood Pressure and Vomit
Read moreA few days ago a I read a fantastic blog post written by John Adams from Dad Blog UK called “Daddy Will You Come On The Rollercoaster”. The post was fabulously entertaining and although I shouldn’t have laughed I couldn’t help it at times, because like John, I too have an innate fear of rollercoasters.…
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Special Moments With My Children
Read moreSome special moments in life when it involves your children are very special. These moments are ones that you’ll remember forever and hopefully when you are no longer around your children will remember those special moments too. One such occasion for me was boxing day. It was special because for only the second time this…
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Book Review “What Could Go Wrong” By Brett Grayson
Read moreOver the years I have read many books about parenting which have been written by parents. Most of them I will say have usually been written by mums. So when the book, What Could Go Wrong?, written by Brett Grayson dropped through my letterbox, I was a quite excited to start reading. The main reason…
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My Top Five Favourite Bloggers Of 2018
Read moreThroughout the year I read so many blog posts written by parents and their experiences of being a parent in the 21st century. It never ceases to amaze me how insightful they are about parenthood and life, and there is no question that I seem to go back to the same parent bloggers to read…
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2018 OMG! Certain Parts I Really Wouldn’t Want To Repeat Ever Again
Read moreMy goodness what a year it has been for me. I have been tested to the limits both physically and mentally. It has been a rollercoaster ride of emotional turmoil that at times has left me wondering what the hell is life all about. I have learnt so much about myself. For starters, I am…
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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year From DIY Daddy
Read moreI just wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to anybody that has read my blog posts this year. I always feel honoured and humbled that you find the time to read my ramblings. I truly appreciate you taking the time. I would also like to thank the many friends that I have…
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Having Fun Playing Games Online
Read moreI grew up in an era where the internet was actually not even in its infancy. In fact it actually didn’t even exist! That means when it came to having fun and playing games, it would always be something along the lines of board games, which of course you either played with your family or…
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Is It Time For You To Finally Get That Home Office You Need?
Read moreWhen you’re someone that works from home, you probably know that you should have an office. But because most of the time, when you first get started it’s on the side, you may not always get around to this. Because when you do get the time to work as a busy parent, the last thing…
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5 Things That Make Christmas Special For Me
Read moreI have said this recently, actually more than once, yes, I love Christmas! It really is my favourite time of the year! The excitement and build-up to Christmas day, there really is nothing like it! It’s the little things like when my six year old twin girls wake up in the morning and ask which…
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Blogging Hacks: Enhance the Security of Your Blog Right Now
Read moreOne thing that a lot of bloggers may not focus too closely on is the security of their blogs. It is pretty clear that blogging is one of the most important and essential ways of interacting with more people in the modern world. These days more and more people are starting blogs to discuss their…
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The Secret To Being The Perfect Parent Is…
Read moreThe secret to being the perfect parent is… (drum roll please) … cue hushed whispers and much anticipation… To know there is no such thing as a perfect parent! Image Okay, before you write in with fury and ire, angry at us for leading you down a false path, please try and understand the point…
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Preventing DIY Disasters: A Guide To Getting It Right
Read moreDIY is a very popular hobby. If you’re handy around the home, you can save yourself a fortune at the same time as taking great satisfaction from the fact that you’ve fixed that leaking tap or put a shelf up in a matter of minutes. While DIYing can be hugely enjoyable, there are risks involved.…
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Nativity Play And Graduation Day! What A Busy Day!
Read moreLast Wednesday was a very busy, hectic and quite honestly exhausting day for me, and that’s because I was in two different places in the UK. This made me realise that being a dad is the best job in the world, and one that I have cherished since my eldest was born just over 23…
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Protecting The Exterior Of Your Home This Winter
Read moreWe are well and truly in the middle of winter and temperatures most mornings are in the minus. It’s definitely becoming very cold, and if you are anything like me you will be considering hibernation until spring comes around! It would be very nice to just sit indoors with the heating on under a blanket. If…
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Instagram Event At Facebook HQ London Protecting Our Teens In Association With Mumsnet
Read moreOn Monday I travelled up to London for an Instagram event at Facebook HQ. To a lot of people that might not be a big deal, but for me it was a very big deal! I have been blogging for a long time now and I have lost count of the amount of times I…
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Buy The Best Family Car For Your Clan With These Tips
Read moreDo you think that it’s time you replaced your car and got a new set of four wheels in your garage? Generally speaking, most people decide to replace their vehicle every ten years or so, but you may need to do so earlier if your current one has been playing up and regularly needs maintenance…
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Doctors, Medications How Life Has Changed This Year
Read moreMy life seems to be a circle of doctors appointments, having blood taken at regular intervals and the constant thought of have I taken my medications today, which I find incredibly irritating. Life this year has changed for me beyond what I thought it would. It’s a strange feeling because I no longer feel like…
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