February 2013

Babies are a wonderful addition to the family but they are expensive. In the current financial times parents need to arm themselves with more than just a wallet and a doting smile. Parents need targeted knowledge about how to save on baby and fast. Two years ago I had my second baby. A beautiful baby…

If you are a busy stay-at-home mum juggling nappies, feeding and bath times and the day-to-day grind you might need some precious sanity. Wondering what to do with baby today? Then read on to discover some simple tips for brightening your day. Aren’t babies one of life’s true great delights. I love those little giggles…

There are many reasons why a busy mum or dad might want to save money and find cheap things to do with kids these school holidays. The number one reason I can think of is sanity! Perhaps you have already found some ways to save money in terms of cheap things to do with kids in…

There are many reasons why a busy mum or dad might want to save money and find cheap things to do with kids these school holidays. The number one reason I can think of is sanity! Perhaps you have already found some ways to save money in terms of cheap things to do with kids in…

Time is a trick. It can run away from you as fast as a wayward supermarket trolley. I admit that as a writer I am easily distracted. For example, the simple task of paying my bills online can land me on weird and wonderful websites and at interesting blogspots like this one http:// soulofabreadmachine.blogspot. A…

Housework is cleansing. It can be therapeutic. But frankly I can think of better things to do than sort socks and stack undies. Check out my secrets on how to clean less and spend more time enjoying life. Lessen your housework load, find out where to get house cleaning tips and reduce the weekly housekeeping…

Recently, I took a good look at my home and ways I could save more time and sanity. What exactly was driving me to the pantry for Tim Tams at 1.30pm in the middle of my workday?  Quick answer: The laundry! Then, I pondered Why does the smell of clean laundry make a woman like me…

I mentioned last week some nice ways to feel rich instantly including throwing a lavish party on the cheap. Here are a few of my own party tricks for a fun and inexpensive party. Room centrepiece Take a free-standing plant or tree. String up white fairy lights on the tree and add some fake flowers…

I love a party and especially a cheap party ideas. Parties are best thrown with creative flair! The following are some inexpensive party ideas from my 40th birthday, which were a hit! These party tricks make for a fun and inexpensive party and made my guests feel fantastic. My theme as ‘Phat on Funk’ and I…

You wouldn’t go into battle without ammunition,  so you would want to enter the war zone that is a boys bedroom with the speed cleaning tools to deal with the mess. Yes. You will need to prepare yourself, understand how to get it done with minimal effort and then stay with it, yes, for an…