A butterfly takes a rest (part two)
I’ve fulfilled an ambition of mine and managed to take a picture of a butterfly resting with its wings open.
July 23, 2017
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Education
Hints and tips for making the school summer holidays run smoothly
For some time now, I have been making preparations for the school summer holidays. This break is particularly significant as our youngest daughter, Izzy, will be starting school in September.
July 20, 2017
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Family Life & parenting
Chasing gender stereotypes out of advertising once and for all
Would you look at that, The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has announced it is going to crack down on advertisements that reinforce unhelpful gender stereotypes.
July 19, 2017
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Designing a world to meet emerging family trends
I am today out of my comfort zone a little. I am writing about a subject that I have many opinions on, but rarely write about: design. To be precise, I’m looking at the trends in family life designers need to be aware of so they can create a world that meets the needs of
July 18, 2017
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Planning childcare over the summer break
With every day that passes, we’re getting better prepared for the moment Izzy starts school. Last week we bought the uniform and shoes, she’s had a settling in day and we’ve had a few conversations about what to expect. Despite these preparations, one or two unforeseen circumstances have arisen. One of these unforeseen circumstances: Planning
July 12, 2017
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