What is Mum’s the Boss all about?
So here we are halfway through 2020, and this seems like a good time to take stock of Mum's the Boss. Once in a while in the life of many blogs, it is often a good idea to sit back and focus a bit on what the blog is all about. And so it's time for me to take a good...
10th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Couples
The 10th wedding anniversary is one of the biggest milestones in any marriage. Traditionally, tin or aluminium is used to celebrate ten years as a symbol of durability and longevity. However, modern day gifting utilises the diamond as a symbol of strength and...
What do I need to do if an employee brings an accident at work claim against me?
When you think of a small business, you typically imagine an organisation of, say, no more than half a dozen people or a dozen at a push. Possibly it is a family business or one where the founder started as a sole trader and took on new employees when needed. Whatever...
How to Look After Yourself When Working From Home
Working from home can mean long hours and struggling to draw a line between work and leisure time, with the two often merging. However, it’s important to look after yourself. Here are some things you could try. Saving money where you can Saving money means you don’t...
Cryptocurrencies Are Making Some People Rich. Should They Be Part Of Your Retirement Investments?
Please note: I am not a financial expert and this blog does not seek to offer financial advice. Please get professional advice and do your own research before making any investments. The world of money and finances is in a constant state of change. Your spending,...
Rainy Day Activities for you and your children to share
by Isabell Fisher, co-founder of Little Hands Learning There are times when we will all be tempted to use Disney+ or Netflix as a babysitter when rain stops play outdoors. But playing and doing activities with our children not only supports their emotional and...
Common causes of fatigue and how to overcome it
The term fatigue describes an overall lack of energy and feeling of tiredness. It isn’t the same as feeling sleepy. There are many causes of constant fatigue. It can be due to lifestyle factors, physical health conditions or mental health issues. Identifying the cause...
What are the benefits of hiring a gardener?
So summer is here and gardens are blooming. Maybe you are an avid garden and this season fills you with joy. If so you have probably been outside tending to your garden for months already. However, for many of us, the garden is a chore as well as a blessing, and if...
Planting up my Summer Garden
Disclosure - this post contains affiliate links for some items. if you purchase I may be paid a commission, but this does not affect my opinion of the suppliers. I will only recommend things that I have used personally, and I will be showing you images of how well...
The benefits of using in-season ingredients
By Toby Geneen, co-founder and co-head chef at Kindling Restaurant The Japanese call it shun, the precise moment in the year when any food is at its peak in terms of harvest and flavour. Imagine the snap of spring asparagus, the heady scent of summer raspberries or...
What Are The Most Common Threats To Your Retirement?
I'm in my mid-fifties now - that sounds very weird to me, but it's true. My youngest child is going into year 13 next year and, if all goes well he will be moving out next summer. So, although it still seems too soon, my husband and I have started thinking and talking...
