ALL POSTS BY: Stacey

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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5 Tips for Lighting Up Your Garden

a string of bulb lights hanging in front of garden greenery; 5 Tips for Lighting Up Your Garden

One of the areas of gardening that is often neglected is lighting. Most of us enjoy spending lots of time in our gardens, and that often extends into those long, warm evenings that we are sometimes lucky enough to experience. That means we need good lighting to make us feel safe and comfortable. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the best tips for maintaining a light, bright garden even when the evenings come around:

a pink pig money box set to the right of the image, an a blank white background; 9 tips on reducing waste and saving money
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9 Tips on Reducing Waste and Saving Money

Photo by Fabian Blank Sometimes, saving money in your home isn’t just about making sure that you budget your expenses, or avoid paying extras for luxuries. While it’s important to think carefully about how you spend your money, it’s also to consider how you use the things you purchase too. Today, we’re going to be looking at just some of the ways that you can save the planet, and protect your bank account at the same time, by cutting down on waste. From making sure you reuse those old carrier bags, to ensuring that you’re smart about unwanted possessions, you’re sure …

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Why More Thought Should Go Into Your Choice Of Bed

When you’re trying to create a calming and relaxing bedroom, perfectly suited to help you get off to sleep, the one aspect that you can’t forget to consider is that of the bed, itself. When it comes to choosing your bed, how much thought do you really put into it? Do you simply choose the first one that looks like it fits your style, or should something else go into your decision? Here, we’re going to look at some of the factors that should be coming into mind when you’re selecting your bed and why it’s worth thinking about a …

Christmas Lifestyle Money

Four ways to save money through the year for Christmas

(Yes, I know, I’m about to use that word, but…) Christmas can be a really expensive time of year for many people – especially if you have multiple children to buy for. Add to that, buying gifts for other family members can all add up to a costly amount, so I like to save money where I can. I know some people only buy gifts for children, but I’m a self-confessed giver as I love to see the reactions when somebody opens a present I’ve spent the time researching and wrapping – possibly even making! During the last few years, …