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I’m Stacey, a bookworm (or should that be dragon?!) from a quaint hamlet on the outskirts of Lincolnshire. In my late 30s, I’m a devoted mum to two wonderful boys who are both autistic—a unique aspect that makes them different, not less. I also share my home with my husband and Barney, my lovable Frenchie x Beagle.

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Food Recipe

Passionfruit and mascarpone roulade | Recipe

Passionfruit and mascarpone roulade

Other than week one, I have joined in every single week of the Bake Off so far – it’s a miracle! Even though both kids are now at school full time, I still don’t manage to get around to doing my bake until a weekend. I must remedy that though, as it’s so hard to photograph with them around. “Please Mummy, can I have some now?”. NO! I haven’t finished yet… Anyway, for dessert week, I thought I would have a go at a roulade.

40 signs autumn is here
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40 signs that autumn is here!

Being an October baby, autumn (or fall) has always been my favourite season. Just some of the things I love about the season; the snuggly jumpers, scarves and ankle boots come out, it’s dark enough in the evenings to put on the twinkly lights and candles, and it’s the weather for drinking loaded mugs of hot chocolate by the fire. Also, I probably shouldn’t mention this word yet, but… it’s the countdown to Christmas!

Garden

How to Make the Most Out of Your Autumn Garden

Just because we can’t soak in the sun any more all day, our garden should still be enjoyable. Even in the winter there is something to do outside, if nothing else, building a snowman. If you have a greenhouse, you will need to start moving your sensitive plants inside, so they will survive the severe weather. To make the most out of your autumn garden, get started with the transformation early.

Blooming countryside
Garden

Must-Have Elements To Any Garden

The garden is generally one of the most important parts of the home. As long as you are happy with the garden, you can generally say that you are happy with the experience of living in that home, so it is clearly something that needs a lot of time and respect put into it. Of course, not all gardens are made equal, and sometimes you move into a place which has a garden, but one which is barely serviceable as such.   In those circumstances, it will be important to make sure that you know what to do to improve …