Lifestyle

Playing is so important for children. Play is an essential way of learning, and different types of play have different benefits. From helping children to develop empathy, to keeping their bodies physically healthy, getting children away from screens and playing is sometimes easier said than done. Of course, there is a place for screens and there are many educational and…

Creating a crochet blanket can be a labour of love, but sometimes you can encounter an unexpected issue – a curved or wavy edge. Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us. Here are some ways to deal with it. Identify the cause Before you can fix the issue, you’ll need to know what’s causing the curve in your…

As with any big life change, retirement comes with its own set of questions to answer to ensure that you plan a retirement that suits you. Ensuring that you have a happy and fulfilling retirement is important, and there are lots of questions that you might be asking yourself to help you decide what steps to take next. If you…

The three most important Jewish Festivals and Celebrations are probably, Pesah or the Passover, Shavuot or Pentecost and Sukkot or Tabernacles.  Then there is Rosh Hashanah or New Year, and Yom Kippur or the Day of Atonement, all these Festivals are required by the Torah. The Pesah or Passover is celebrated every spring by Jewish Families to remember when the…

If you’re tired of spending a significant proportion of your income on rent every month, then the prospect of owning your own home will certainly be appealing. Yet it can be hard to take that leap onto the first rung of the property ladder, especially as the current cost of living crisis makes saving for a deposit more difficult than…

Retirement is a strange time – it often comes with mixed feelings – happiness and excitement at having so much free time and the freedom to do the things that you want, as well as the worries and nervousness about what it might be like to not have to work anymore and the lack of daily routine that you may…

When you’re newly retired, there are a number of ways to keep busy if you suddenly feel at a loose end. However, the key is to choose the right activity. Pick an absorbing activity that you can enjoy alone or with friends. You don’t want to do a lot of things, but you also don’t want to be stuck at…

Born on the third of February 1927 in Waterford Ireland, Michael Valentine Doonican, better known as Val Doonican, became a much loved “Crooner” and singer of traditional pop, novelty and easy listening songs, especially in the United Kingdom. In the 1960’s he not only had five consecutive Top ten albums but several hit singles in the UK charts. He moved…

A very important roof maintenance tip is to always check the roof for signs of wear and tear. As the weather changes, the quality of the roof can change. Some roofing materials such as shingles and asphalt are known for being prone to fading, staining and chipping. The best roof maintenance tip is to keep your roof well-maintained and avoid…

You are planning a holiday with your elderly, partially disabled parents, how do you make sure everything is suitable for them?  First of all, find out exactly what type of holiday they would like to go on.  Staying in England is top of their must have list, closely followed by, a good, quality hotel, with a lift or ground floor…

British Television has been bombarded with Australian soap operas but none stuck quite as well hard as Neighbours. Sons and Daughters, the Sullivans, Skippy the Bush Kangaroo all had come and gone. Now, all across the Sixth Form Common rooms of Britain the lives and loves of some Melbourne suburbanites was about to enrapt the nation. Back when it first…

As we age, we often rely on our social support networks for personal care, engagement, social support, and advice. The extent to which we receive this support depends on the nature of our relationships with these individuals. More distant connections are more symbolic, whereas closer ones are normative and provide emotional support. We may value our relationships differently as we…

Among the most effective ways to cope with stress is establishing healthy practices to improve physical wellbeing. For instance, you should avoid excessive alcohol or caffeine consumption. If you do, you may increase your risk of feeling additional stress. You should also take care of your mental health by getting plenty of sleep and eating a nutritious diet. It is…

Are you looking for some simple tips for dressing for the taller man? You’ve come to the right place. Having a well-sculpted body and being tall can make it awkward to find well-fitting clothes. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to help make your appearance more presentable, no matter what your height. Image credit For starters, if…

One of the largest counties in the UK is that of Gloucestershire. It may be significant, but most of it is undeveloped and not inhabited. There is only one city, the county of the capital of Gloucester, with medium-sized towns like Cheltenham and Stroud. to smaller ones such as Tewkesbury and Cirencester. In between, there are plenty of picturesque villages…

If you watch the news or read the newspaper, it can be easy to get overwhelmed about how unsafe the world is. However, it is important not to stress too much about it or you can take everything out of perspective, making it more of a problem than it actually is in your life. Avoid the news if this is…

Dates are hard to come by these days as the pandemic took away nightlife, and people are more anxious about asking people out face to face, so if you have a date, good on you! You don’t want to mess it up and want to do everything you can to be as attractive as possible. This means looking your best!…

Nowadays drains are something we take for granted and rarely think about – when something goes wrong, we call in an expert like Wilkinson Environmental who will use modern technology such as CCTV Drainage Surveys to resolve the problem for us. But it wasn’t always this way – here is a brief history of the humble drain…. Many ancient civilisations…

Dance is a great way to stay fit. When you get into the habit of going to a dance class, you’ll find that you have more energy. You’ll also discover that your body is toned and your muscles feel stronger. This is because you are constantly using your muscles during dance routines and this helps them to become strong and…

The importance of funerals is something that everyone needs to understand when dealing with death. This process should not be seen as a period of depression or grief but rather as a time of celebration for those we love. There is nothing like being able to say goodbye to a family member and know that their life has been touched…