A little while ago I received a slightly cryptic email. Would I be interested in interviewing the Wales Rugby captain Alun Wyn Jones? Only thing is, there was a small catch. Alun Wyn wanted to talk about fatherhood and balancing this with being a professional sportsman, not rugby. At home withe Joneses. Alun Wyn Jones and youngest daughter Efa. ... continue reading...
Talking fatherhood with Wales rugby captain Alun Wyn Jones
Reviewed: Soundcore Icon Mini portable Bluetooth speaker
If you are about to enjoy a late August break or go camping with the kids as I will be later this week, you may be looking to take something with you to keep yourself or your children entertained. The Soundcore Icon Mini portable Bluetooth speaker from Anker has been designed with travel in mind. I was given one of these products and asked to try it out specifically to see if I thought it was good product for the family market. Designed with travel in mind, the Soundcore Icon Mini Portable ... continue reading...
Atlantic sunset
Here’s a very simple, if strangely colourful, photograph. I describe it as an Atlantic sunset and I took it on our recent family holiday in Portugal. We were staying in a place that had a terrace with a view looking directly west. When the sun set it offered some amazing views and shortly after the sun dipped behind the horizon, this is what the sky looked like. We were all totally mesmerised by the contrasting orange and blue hues. I guess calling it an 'Atlantic sunset' is a bit of ... continue reading...
Tips for preparing your child for school
There are a few weeks to go until the start of the school term. If your first child is about to start school, you’re probably wondering how to handle the situation. Well, actually, if you are anything like I was when my kids Helen and Izzy started, you’re possibly a quivering wreck in the corner wondering what the future holds and where the past few years have gone. I thought I'd put together some tips for preparing your child for school in case it proved useful. Do you have a child starting ... continue reading...
Q&A with singer, podcaster and UNICEF Ambassador Jessie Ware
As a former journalist, I'm always fascinated to see what other hacks get up to when they move on and change career direction. Singer and songwriter Jessie Ware is a shining example of someone who left the trade behind and found success elsewhere. Reformed journalist, singer, podcaster and kids' clothes label owner Jessie Ware. ... continue reading...