Curiosity is a natural trait shared with most children. However, it can be perilous when it comes to electricity. Electricity is an essential part of our modern-day lives and basically powers our world. Although very important, electricity can also be as harmful as is useful. Hence, there is both a clear and urgent need for…
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CAD And 3D Printing
Read moreCAD for 3D printing is one of the fastest and most efficient ways to get your designs made into useful prototypes, scale models, or finished products. CAD software simplifies the process of creating a digital design which you can then input into the 3D printer. Anyone unfamiliar with the digital design industry might be wondering…
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6 Ideas for Creating Your Dream Backyard
Read moreThe backyard is one of the best spaces for a dad and their family to hang out in. If your backyard is looking a little plain this summer, why not get creative? There are a ton of great things you can consider to create your dream backyard. Here are a few of them. 1) Build…
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Our First Family Camping Trip To River Dart Country Park
Read moreLast week heralded a new beginning in our family, and if I’m entirely honest it’s not something that I ever in a million years thought would happen. A camping holiday is what happened. You may ask why? Well, I have never been camping in my life, not even as a child and yes, I do…
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Our Visit To The National Marine Aquarium In Plymouth: AD/Gifted
Read moreDuring our first camping trip to River Dart Country Park in Devon we knew that on one day the weather was not going to be good as there was rain forecast. So our plan was to have a day trip that would involve being inside somewhere. We were invited to National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth…
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Keeping Up With The Maintenance Of Your Car
Read moreIt’s so important that you keep your car well maintained to ensure it is safe for yourself, but also for your passengers. This is the responsibility of the owner and driver of any vehicle. Here are a few tips and the importance of some items on your car that should be regularly checked by an…
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Review: Annie The Musical At Wales Millennium Centre
Read moreI have to first admit that I have never seen a live musical show so this was going to be a whole new experience for me. We were very kindly invited to the Wales Millennium Centre to see the musical, Annie. It’s currently touring the UK and yes, there was no doubt about it, I…
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We Live In A Diverse Society Where Is The Problem?
Read moreSo here we are in 2019 and sadly to my dismay we are living with bigoted, narrow minded people that for reasons beyond my belief won’t accept that people can live their lives exactly as they want. Unfortunately we are not talking about a minority of the population. It’s inherited teaching from a generation that…
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3 Simple Ways To Set A Good Driving Example To Your Kids
Read moreAs your kids grow older, it’s only natural that they want to spread their wings and taste a little more freedom. The easiest way for them to do this is by passing their driving test and getting their own set of wheels. While you might be more than happy for them to head off on…
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At What Age Should We Be Leaving Our Children Home Alone?
Read moreAccording to the NSPCC there has been a rise in children being left home alone during the school holidays. This is compared to last summer where the NSPCC has seen an increase of 21% in children being left home alone. That is quite a staggering increase. See the report here. It also has some very…
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Choose One Of These Cars For Your Growing Family
Read moreWhen you have a large family, choosing the right car can be a challenge. When you are a young adult you have the world of automobiles at your disposal and there are many different vehicles you can choose to suit your lifestyle and needs. Once you have kids though, the size and comfort of a…
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How to Switch Off From Daddy Mode With 4 Fun Activities Your Blog
Read moreYour days are always filled with happiness, laughter and love when your children are around. Being a dad is something you will always cherish, even if they are being a handful! As much as you adore your daddy duties, you sometimes need a bit of time out to gather your thoughts. Being able to find…
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I Am Finally Going Camping This Year Oh! What Possessed Me
Read moreMy wife and our seven year old twin girls have been trying to persuade me to go camping for years and I have always resisted with a fierce determination. I believe that we were not designed to stay outdoors all night or at least I wasn’t! I was without question made to have my holidays…
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Sphero Bolt Review Ad
Read moreThis is a very cool robotic toy that will have endless possibilities with your child’s education. Of course it’s not your typical robot, but it give will your child endless fun and they will learn so much about coding in the process. The Sphero Bolt is designed simply to spark your child’s curiosity, creativity and…
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Summer Holidays
Read moreThis year’s summer holidays are a little different for us as a family. My wife and I are having to share child care because we both work. This means that for us both to earn money, my wife will work in the mornings until about midday and then as soon as she gets home I…
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Shimmer Stars Review AD
Read moreAnybody that has twins will know that even though they are usually born within minutes of one another, that is quite often where the similarities end. My seven year old twin girls are no different. They were at one point quite simply my superhero and princess with polar opposite tastes, but as the years have…
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PlayMobil: The Movie Play Sets AD
Read morePlaymobil: The movie is coming to cinemas in the UK on August 9th and to celebrate the movie, PlayMobil have created play sets so that children can either take their favourite characters to the cinema with them and then re-create the iconic scenes at home or just simply make up their own stories. Either way…
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Are Children Getting Younger When They Get Their First Smart Phone?
Read moreWhen I shared my story of how I felt my smart phone was becoming far too dominating in my life because of what my seven year old twin daughter said to my wife about my phone usage, it obviously woke me up to the fact that I was addicted to my phone. As such I…
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AD| Modern home trends for 2019
Read morePhrases such as ‘home is where the heart is’ and ‘happy home, happy mind’ might be looked upon as a bit cheesy or they can also make you cringe, but they certainly do have some truth to them. You can typically tell a lot about a person’s interests, personalities, or habits from their living space,…
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Are You Prepared For Bad Luck?
Read moreThere are times in life when bad luck could happen. It’s usually out of your control, and there’s very little you can do to prevent it. However, with the right planning and preparation, you could potentially avoid most of the ill effects that come with bad luck. In life, it’s essential to understand that many…
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Make The Change Today With Nü Bamboo Nappies and Biodegradable Nappy Sacks AD
Read moreIn such a short time planet earth has been sent into a spiral of destruction that is unparalleled to any other time in the history of the planet. What we are leaving our children is a planet so messed up by plastic and it’s quite honestly ridiculous and wrong at every level. The UK was of…
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