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A New Year Walk

A New Year Walk

Posted on January 12, 2023January 12, 2023 by Rachel

We walked. Not far, not long. Just enough to blow away some of the cobwebs that had started forming. Christmas had gone and…

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Could You Foster in 2023?

Could You Foster in 2023?

Posted on January 6, 2023January 6, 2023 by Rachel

*Sponsored post According to the country’s Children’s Commissioner, in 2022, there were 404,310 children in need of care. This year, experts predict that…

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Why personalised confetti packets are a big deal when it comes to weddings

Why personalised confetti packets are a big deal when it comes to weddings

Posted on January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 by Rachel

It’s the wedding of your dreams, with the perfect dress, the perfect venue and all your friends and family there to celebrate. But…

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The End Of The Summer and New Beginnings

The End Of The Summer and New Beginnings

Posted on September 1, 2022September 1, 2022 by Rachel

September. My favouite time of year. I love the earlier sunsets, which are often spectacular at this time of year. I love the…

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Well Done For Screwing Over Women, America.

Well Done For Screwing Over Women, America.

Posted on July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 by Rachel

Like millions of people all over the world, I watched and read in horror about the overturning of the Roe v. Wade ruling…

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What Feminism Means To Me

What Feminism Means To Me

Posted on March 8, 2022March 8, 2022 by Rachel

Today is International Women’s Day, and I thought it would be a good opportunity for me to reflect on what feminism means to…

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When Apathy Begins To Kick In

When Apathy Begins To Kick In

Posted on March 6, 2022March 6, 2022 by Rachel

The past couple of years has been hard, for all of us. It feels like it is one thing after another: the Australian…

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We Can't Pretend Nothing Is Happening

We Can’t Pretend Nothing Is Happening

Posted on March 6, 2022 by Rachel

We went for a walk around the mountains. Spent time skimming stones across a beautiful lake, glistening in the cool Spring sunshine. Laughing,…

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Windy Walks {The Ordinary Moments}

Windy Walks {The Ordinary Moments}

Posted on January 9, 2022January 9, 2022 by Rachel

Uitwaaien (v. ) to take a break to clear one’s head; lit. “to walk in the wind” Sometimes, after a busy Christmas and…

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Just Add Water

Just Add Water

Posted on January 2, 2022January 2, 2022 by Rachel

Just add water. I really wish I could remember who said those three magic words to me, back when I was a new…

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Hello, It's Been A While

Hello, It’s Been A While

Posted on September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 by Rachel

When I first started this blog, I blogged pretty much every day without fail. I would always have something to write about, something…

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Why Does Society Have Such A Fucked Up View Of Breastfeeding?

Why Does Society Have Such A Fucked Up View Of Breastfeeding?

Posted on August 17, 2021August 7, 2021 by Rachel

“Breastfeeding a two year old is weird”. Yep, that’s a comment I received quite recently, along with some other rather rude comments. While…

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6 Things You Don't Want To Say To A Breastfeeding Mum

6 Things You Don’t Want To Say To A Breastfeeding Mum

Posted on August 10, 2021August 7, 2021 by Rachel

I’ve now been breastfeeding Elizabeth for almost two years, and we have been so lucky that we have had a smooth time with…

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Look After Yourself With These Health and Wellness Hacks

Look After Yourself With These Health and Wellness Hacks

Posted on July 28, 2021April 11, 2022 by Rachel

Taking care of yourself is something that you need to keep on top of when it comes to improving your life. Try to…

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Love Letters To My (Not So) Little Boy

Love Letters To My (Not So) Little Boy

Posted on July 18, 2021July 18, 2021 by Rachel

Every night, before I go to sleep, I do what most parents do and sneak into the boy’s rooms to check they’re ok,…

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Why I Will Stay By Her Side While She Sleeps

Why I Will Stay By Her Side While She Sleeps

Posted on July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 by Rachel

There are some days when I can’t wait for bedtime just to have some time where I don’t have a child demanding my…

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Desperation Tactics: Why MLM's Recruitment Strategies Are Gross

Desperation Tactics: Why MLM’s Recruitment Strategies Are Gross

Posted on July 4, 2021July 4, 2021 by Rachel

Go to your local Facebook selling site and glance through the listings. If you are really lucky, it will be run by a…

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Why MLM's Are Bad News For Women

Why MLM’s Are Bad News For Women

Posted on April 17, 2021April 17, 2021 by Rachel

I hate MLM’s. I’m pretty vocal about it. I wrote a post about it a while back and it is consistently one of…

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One Year

One Year

Posted on March 22, 2021March 22, 2021 by Rachel

Stay at home. Protect the NHS. Save Lives. One year since that mantra became a part of life. One year since we could…

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Siblings Snapshot January 2021

Siblings Snapshot January 2021

Posted on January 24, 2021January 24, 2021 by Rachel

At the end of last year – which was actually less than a month ago but it seems like forever ago now –…

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2020: A Year We Won't Forget In A Hurry

2020: A Year We Won’t Forget In A Hurry

Posted on December 31, 2020March 15, 2022 by Rachel

We have less than 48 hours (at the time of writing) left of 2020 – and all I can say is ‘thank fuck…

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Who Books A Wedding In The Middle Of A Pandemic? US!

Who Books A Wedding In The Middle Of A Pandemic? US!

Posted on December 28, 2020December 28, 2020 by Rachel

Yep. After almost 18 years together, a 12 year-long engagement, four kids and a move from England to Wales, Graham and I have…

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Top Tips For Choosing Art For Your Home

Top Tips For Choosing Art For Your Home

Posted on December 27, 2020February 26, 2022 by Rachel

Unless you are an art curator, gallery owner, or an artist, buying art can be a little daunting.  Galleries can feel intimidating and confusing to beginners. You might be worried about choosing the right colours or the right size for your…

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Fat Mum or Fit Mum? F**k off!

Fat Mum or Fit Mum? F**k off!

Posted on December 6, 2020December 10, 2020 by Rachel

I’m a fat mum. I’ve always been a fat mum. I’m also a bloody brilliant mum. Most of the time, anyway. So, when…

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Slow Cooker Orange Hot Chocolate

Slow Cooker Orange Hot Chocolate

Posted on November 21, 2020November 21, 2020 by Rachel

This indulgent and rich slow cooker orange hot chocolate is perfect for a cold winter’s day. Pop it on before you go out…

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