When you buy your first home it’s an expensive time. If you’re anything like me you’ll try to do all those DIY jobs around the home yourself. This can so often end in disaster because you don’t have the right tools or quite honestly the ability or experience to complete a particular DIY job. This…
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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2019
Read moreYes its that time of the year when we celebrate dad! So on June 16th why not spoil your dad and treat him to something extra special? I have put a few ideas together to help make Father’s Day extra special for your dad. It’s a mixed bag of ideas so hopefully there will be…
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It’s Such A Struggle At Times: Life
Read moreAs a father you should be strong. As a husband you should be strong. As a son you should be strong. As a man you should not show vulnerability, weakness or that you may be struggling from day to day. So that’s what society portrays even today in 2019. Yes it’s better but we still…
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Blogging Has Given Me The Opportunity To Be On The Radio
Read moreI have been blogging for nearly five years and there is no doubt that it has taken me on some truly awesome adventures and given me opportunities I never in my wildest dreams thought possible. When I started writing that first post I never had any plan, or in truth even knew what I was…
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Are You Really Getting The Best Deal On The Family Car?
Read moreThe family needs a car and, as the dad of the bunch, you’re probably going to be the one responsible for making the choice. It’s a choice that comes with a lot of responsibility, too. A bad deal can take a much bigger bite of your budget than you might anticipate, so here’s how to…
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Parts And Equipment For Volvo Vehicles
Read moreVolvo vehicles are extremely popular. The Swedish carmaker has blessed the UK with a range of exciting and diverse vehicles. From the Volvo C30 to the Volvo XC70 – there is a car for everyone; all tastes, all needs, and all budgets. Nevertheless, once you have bought your car the fun does not stop there.…
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Well It’s About Time Jeremy Kyle Was Taken Off The Air
Read moreYesterday I heard the news that the Jeremy Kyle Show has been taken off the air. To be brutally honest this is not before time. I have watched episodes of the show and on most occasions somewhere in the show I feel uncomfortable with the way guests are treated by the host, Jeremy Kyle. His…
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How to Sleep Better: The Ultimate Guide for Parents Who Desperately Need Sleep
Read moreWe all know that sleep can be difficult to come by when you have children. It’s so cruel, it really is the time when we need it most to be at our best for our kids but also a time when enjoying it can be the most difficult thing to do. We’ve put together a…
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Fatherhood: It’s Tough At Times
Read moreBeing a dad is without a doubt one of the most challenging but rewarding parts of my life. When you are a dad to five children in a society like today you have to deal with so many more issues that simply didn’t exist when I was growing up. The more I look at the…
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Being Honest With Yourself Leads To Loving Yourself
Read moreDuring my life I have suffered from depression many times. Sometimes it’s lasted for years. My depression and mental health issues are something that I have learnt to deal with, sometimes successfully, other times not so successfully. Looking back at my life I have come to the conclusion that a lot of mental health problems…
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Do You Need A Father As A Role Model When You Become A Dad?
Read moreThe answer in a word is no. You don’t. However, my concern is that it is projected by society that we all need a father whilst growing up so that we have a role model to help us develop our skills as a father when that moment in life comes that a little one calls…
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When A Family May Need Counselling
Read moreWe so often only think about individuals when we think about counselling, but if truth be known what could be going wrong in one family members life ultimately could be affecting all of the family. This is when family counselling is vital as it can ensure that everybody’s well being is being looked after. There…
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Our London Marathon Weekend Marathon Day Has Arrived
Read moreThe morning of the marathon had arrived. You can check out my IGTV video with my wife below. View this post on Instagram Pre-interview with the awesome Emily my Wife just hours before the London Marathon Go Girl! We all love you and are so proud of you. #londonmarathon2019 #running #runners #marathon A…
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Daddy-Daughter Dates, That Don’t Cost A Fortune
Read moreDads need to spend quality time with their daughters. I’m not just talking about being around while they are watching TV or doing their homework, but actually doing activities and visiting places together, and giving them your undivided attention so they feel special, valued, and loved. Happily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to…
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Our London Marathon Weekend Part 2
Read moreSo it was our second day in London for the Virgin London Marathon and to say it started just a bit early would be an understatement. The girls were awake and raring to go at 5am, and as big as our family room in the premier hotel was, it was very spacious I might add,…
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Our London Marathon Weekend Part 1
Read moreThe weekend just gone, if you hadn’t noticed, was the weekend of the London Marathon and this year my wife, Emily took part in running the 26.2 mile course. Oh my goodness! I would struggle to run 26 metres without collapsing in a heap so huge respect from me that’s for sure. I’m in total…
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Yay! The Bike Stabilisers Are Gone A Life Lesson Learnt
Read moreA few months ago our twin girls asked for the stabilisers to be taken off their bikes. So, as you do, we did exactly that. Less than an hour later they were back on the bikes. The girls balance was just not there and steering the bike was, well a disaster! There was lots of…
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The Easter Weekend Has Reminded Me Of The Importance Of Family
Read moreThe four day Easter break has reminded me how obsessed you can become with your smart phone and social media in general. Yes I was on it over the weekend, but considerably less than what I am normally. I wanted to enjoy the weekend more as a family without a constant glance or look at…
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Making The Switch From Windows To Other Platforms
Read moreThe platform you run your computer on affects pretty much everything about how you use it and what you can get out of it. For that reason, it is always a good idea to make sure that you have the kind of platform you want, so that you can be sure you are going to…
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Dino Ranger Treasure Hunt Review Easter Holiday Activities #AD
Read moreWe have just started our Easter break and when you have seven year old twin girls my thoughts always turn to activities that I think the girls would enjoy. This is because when you are seven years old you just have to occupy them for every waking moment of the day. So I am always…
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5 Conversations to have with your child about social media
Read moreSocial media can be daunting for many parents. With new apps and sites emerging daily, parents can often struggle to keep ahead of our ‘digital native’ children. Regardless of the social media site or app your child is using, Laya Healthcare encourages parents to talk with their children and ensure they have these important conversations…
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