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6 Tips For How To Transform Your Outdoor Space
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I check out tips from an expert at Land Of Rugs for how to transform your outdoor space to get the most out of it this summer. I’m on the lookout for a new home, somewhere I can start over with my daughters and create a new life. I’ve got lots of things I need to consider, front and centre being cost of course, but also things such as proximity to school, being on a bus route, and a kitchen I feel comfortable cooking in. However, a big consideration for any home I move to is an outdoor space, because my girls love being in…
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How Seasonal Foods Can Boost Your Health And Save Your Wallet
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I check out advice from the food experts at Bulk about why seasonal foods are healthier and more cost effective. I love everything about food. I love buying it, cooking it, and definitely eating it. Because I love to cook from scratch, and I’m a vegetarian, I love to use lots of fresh vegetables in the meals I make. I also believe that eating seasonal foods is the best way to enjoy the freshest, most flavorful produce. plus it’s a great way to support local farmers and the environment. However, I’m no expert and I would love to know more, so to help me out…
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Are You Getting Too Hot At Night? I Discovered The Best Temperature To Sleep In!
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I check out research from sleep expert Andrea Strand from Eachnight Mattresses about the best temperature to sleep in to make sure you don’t get too hot over night. The Best Temperature To Sleep In I have a hard time sleeping well, and a lot of factors will contribute, especially if I’m super stressed or feeling too hot and stuffy in the room I’m in. Even when I do get to sleep, if the temperature is too hot, because sweating while you sleep can be a major source of discomfort, my sleep cycle gets interrupted and I end up lying awake for hours. Not getting…
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Wedding Gifts For Couples Who Have Everything
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I take a look at ideas for wedding gifts for couples who have everything, whether you’re buying a gift for your spouse to be, or a gift for friends getting married who you care about! Wedding Gifts For Couples Who Have Everything Wedding season is firmly upon us, and when so many couples have been living together for years before they get married, gone are the days when couples needed a toaster and a set of cutlery. It can be tough to know what to get for couples who have everything; you don’t want to give them something they’ll never use, but you also don’t want…
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These Are The Breeds Of Dog With The Most Expensive Pet Insurance
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I check out which breeds of dog have the most expensive pet insurance. During this cost of living crisis, we are naturally all looking for ways to cut back on expenses. Now I’m finding my way as a single mum, this is particularly true for me. While I considered cutting back on pet insurance, I quickly decided against it. We rescued our Springer Spaniel Mollydog seven years ago. She’s a big lump of fluff and love, the most loyal and loving souled creature you could imagine, and definitely part of the family. The idea of her getting sick and then not being able to afford…
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This Rosemary Oil Hair Hack Is Taking Over The Internet
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I check out the TikTok rosemary oil hair hack that caused a skyrocket in searches by 331% worldwide! I love my hair. It’s long and thick, it grows really quickly, and it hangs in a really nice way. My hair is one of the few things about me that I truly think is beautiful. Because of this, I’m an easy target for haircare adverts and content creators. My time on TikTok is primarily spent goofing around, however, when I’m scrolling I’ve often found things I’m interested in buying, reading, or trying out, and recently the rosemary oil hair hack has caught my eye. I love…
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Tips For How To Enjoy A Multigenerational Holiday
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I check out tips from experts at Visit Dubai for how to enjoy a multigenerational holiday by catering to the different needs of the different age groups! Multigenerational Holidays I don’t travel as much as I would like, and now I’m planning all future travels through the lense of a single mother, it makes things more complicated. I know it’s possible, and I know loads of single mums are brilliant at traveling with their children, but I’m not at that point yet. I’m used to having help and navigating travel and children alone feels daunting. For this reason, a multigenerational holiday seems like the most…
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The Cheapest Spanish Cities For Digital Nomads To Live In
On the JJ Barnes Blog, as a digital nomad, I could live and work anywhere, so I check out tips for which are the cheapest Spanish cities for digital nomads to live in from Why This Place. I am a digital nomad. My work is entirely done online, from my laptop, and I when I work with others it’s entirely remote communication. This means I could live and work anywhere in the world. Recently my life has had a lot of upheavel. My relationship ended, and my daughters and I are now camping out at my mother’s while we look for a new home to figure out starting our lives…
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Tips For How To Leave Your House And Car Before Your Holidays
On the JJ Barnes blog, I check out advice from A-Plan Insurance for how to get ready to leave your house and car before your holidays so you can have a safe and enjoyable trip. As lots of us, or at least the lucky ones, prepare for our Summer holidays, it can be hard to get everything ready before you go to the airport. When you are far away, worrying about the safety of your home and car is a surefire way to ruin your trip. Making sure your home and car are ready to be left safely, ready for your return, is the best way to reduce stress and…
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Tips For How To Exercise Safely During The Heatwave
On the JJ Barnes Blog, I check out advice from experts at Live Football Tickets for how to exercise safely during the heatwave, and why it matters! Exercise Safely During The Heatwave It’s super warm this weekend, and I’m forever chasing my children around with suncream and reminding them to wear a hat and drink lots of water. But I also know I have to look after myself, and while I mostly skulk in the shade, the heat is still high and I’ve got to make sure I keep myself healthy too. With forcasts predicting heatwaves across the UK this summer, and The Met Office launching a new heatwave alert…