This article is sponsored by WordPress.com About ten years ago, I started to see a very interesting change in the online world: more and more people were abandoning their blogs and websites and turning entirely to social media platforms. And I can see why it was a popular choice! Sponsorship funds moved quickly to social […]
Preparing for our trip: work, lists and flight anxiety
Hello friends! It’s been a long minute since I posted, but I’m very happy to be back today with Holly and Sarah for Hello Monday. A quick update Wow, life has been very busy the last two weeks of March at work with writing learning outcome summaries and parent-teacher interviews. Once all of that was […]
7 Must-Have Landlord Insurance Tips for Accidental Landlords
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Book deals for the weekend of April 18
I can’t believe we’ve been home for over a week (and I still wake up at 6am every morning). In case you missed it, here’s my post about our France itinerary. I’ve been reading up a storm this past week since we got home in preparation for the Summer Reading Guide and I’m hoping to […]
10 positive news stories from 2026 so far
If you’re struggling with the weight of what 2026 has brought you so far, you’re in good company. With tragic news stories making headlines around the world, it can seem difficult to see the light. However, amidst the darkness, there are always glimmers of hope; good news that reminds us of the positive power of […]
How to Change Font Size on Kindle
I’m a huge Kindle fan (I got my first in 2010!) and love learning all the tips and tricks to get the most out of it! One of my favorite Kindle features is the ability to change the font size on your Kindle. This is great if your eyes struggle with small text and it’s […]
Benefits for those over 60: understanding your rights
It is commonly accepted that your State Pension represents the full support you are entitled to in the UK once you retire. However, there is actually a wide range of over-60s and pension benefits you could be eligible for. It always helps to be as prepared and informed PakarPBN A Private Blog Network (PBN) is […]
All about the Yoto card exchange that I hosted
Last year I couldn’t stop thinking about hosting a Yoto card exchange. Finally, in the fall, I decided I was ready to make it happen. A local toy store, Blickenstaffs, agreed to let us use their store to host the swap and off we went! I set up tickets on Eventbrite and made them available […]
What is the annual silver purchase allowance?
If you’re considering tapping into your retirement savings to make ends meet, keep in mind that this could limit the amount you can contribute to your pension in the future. This is because once you do this, payments into your pension are subject to the defined contribution annual allowance rules, which limit the amount you […]
The Best Audiobooks in the Audible Sale
This post is sponsored by Audible This week Audible has a big sale going on with tons of books on sale for $5 or $6 and many at $3! If you’re looking to bulk up your audiobook collection, there isn’t a better time to buy than now. Here’s what you need to know about the […]