Technology is a funny old thing. On the one hand it has empowered many, many people to work flexibly and fit economic activity around family life. As the recent 2020 Modern Families Index shows, however, technology has also blurred the lines between work and family life. Many working parents are ‘always on’ and this is having a detrimental impact on the family. A familiar sight: An 'always on' parent using a wireless device, half-focused on their family, half-focused on their work. Pic ... continue reading...
Modern Families Index: Are parents ‘always on’?
The importance of a good beard trimmer #AD
Every now and again I shave my face completely and lose the stubble that I usually keep in check with my trusty beard trimmer. This generally happens if I am going to a formal event such as a wedding and I need to look my best. Look at that stubble! All courtesy of my bear trimmer. ... continue reading...
A phrase I’d ban: “It gets easier”
It’s time for me to express an opinion that may not prove all that popular. You know when you have very young children and people tell you; “It gets easier”? Yeah, well, I’m not convinced. No, I’ll go further still. I think it's a very misleading phrase. ... continue reading...
Highlights from the What Car Car of the Year Awards 2020 #AD
It’s an interesting time in the car industry. While Brexit is worrying many manufacturers, others are seizing the opportunity presented by increased interest from motorists for hybrid and electric cars. In this environment, the What Car Car of the Year Awards 2020 have just taken place. Left to right: BBC journalist and Car of the Year co-presenter Louise Minchin, Roelant de Waard, vice president Ford of Europe Marketing and Steve Huntingford, What Car editor. ... continue reading...
Glitter: What is the point?
I dislike glitter. No, like, I really dislike glitter. With two young children, glitter quite often enters this house in various forms and whenever it does, my heart sinks a little. Spilled glitter does nothing for my sanity. or the environment. Pic credit: Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash. ... continue reading...