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Benefit Street Channel 4 9pm Mondays (for 5 weeks): So we are meant to believe that Channel 4 wanted to show that all those living in James Turner Street, who are poor and mostly on Benefits, have a community spirit. Let’s be honest the fact that it is set in Birmingham, with the occupants are … Read more
So we are almost half way through January and a lot of people have already given up their resolutions. For me little steps have worked wonders. I have to admit that this week I have worked harder on improving myself – which really has gone against my jar being a relaxed affair. I do, however, tell … Read more
Wales is a great part of the World and so what better place to go for a weekend break. We loved our time at the LC Leisure Centre in Swansea (which we used our Tesco Clubcard points for) but in all honesty it was a bit of a drive. What better way to go for … Read more
Driving is a really emotive topic for me, especially as my brother was hit by a car and died at only aged 6 years old. So it does really make me angry to see people driving around like idiots – especially when they have children in the car! What with my oldest son now having … Read more
Excuses are possibly the biggest reason people fail to achieve what they set out to do. Already I am seeing the excuses I could come up with when using my Motivational Jar. I guess I could put them in my reflection jar but currently I am able to fight off the excuses so have not … Read more
Devon is a lovely part of the World but can bit a bit of a drive for some. Why not take advantage of the Sun’s £9.50 holidays and bag a weekend break (so not to clash with school/work time) in either North or South Devon. The Sun £9.50 holidays have a guarantee that some parks … Read more
If you want a holiday but worried about not being able to afford one in the school holidays then why not consider booking a weekend away and coming back early (leave Friday after school and come back Sunday night). It is also worth considering if you have any Friday or Monday inset days in those … Read more
Sometimes in life you get those life bulbs moments when something that has been staring you in the face really becomes obvious. I know that New Year shouldn’t be the only time to stop and reflect but it really is as good as any. It was indeed this New Year that made me really think … Read more
Why you should collect Sun Holiday Codes in January I think January is the best time to sort out your holiday. Firstly, the slum of after Christmas can make people feel a bit miserable, and having something to look forward to always gives a bit of a boost. It’s a much better way to spend … Read more
Let’s face it even with the best intentions we are lucky if our New Years Resolutions make it out of January. I think the key is to make your goals realistic, small and as achievable as possible. If there is a goal that you have been trying to do for a few years, then you … Read more