With the weather getting colder, I’ve taken to putting away my summer shoes and switching them out for something less open to the world, which will keep my tootsies warmer. Of course, that means I get to look at new pairs as well, as while I might not need anything new, it doesn’t mean I…
We hear a lot about “rock bottom,” but the truth is it looks different for everyone dealing with an alcohol problem. For some people, it means waking up in a strange bed with no memories of the previous night. For others, it could mean getting fired from your job and walked out of the building…
With the weather getting cooler I am definitely getting my winter skin and with it comes the itch. I am unsure what makes the difference but as soon as the weather gets colder, my skin starts itching all over and I have long been looking for something that might soothe it. Thankfully Hope’s Relief seems…
Not so long ago, Ash and I were wandering around a store. Ash is someone who loves a good notebook he and came across some Star Wars sets, it was obvious that he wanted to add them to his collection. However, with his birthday and Christmas not being too far away I suggested leaving them…
I love a monthly subscription box. There is something exciting about getting a surprise through the post every month. One thing I have been doing a lot of lately is trying different subscription boxes to try and find a box that offers something I love each month. A couple of weeks ago I was contacted and…
This autumn/winter sees the return of a truly vintage fashion style; corduroy. There are ideas that corduroy evolved from an ancient cotton weaving technique of fustian, which can be traced back to 200 AD in Egypt and the city of Fustat near Cairo. Fustian came to Europe in the 12th and 14th century and due to its tufted velvety…
Making space to celebrate holiday traditions goes beyond just checking off a list for a Christmas tree or menorah, and gathering with friends. An insightful article from Psychology Today, “Why Holiday Traditions May Matter More than Ever,” explores the idea that traditions are crucial to our well-being. Traditions offer an important organising and centering experience….
In Australia, today’s family businesses operate on a wide spectrum. These range from the small scale right up to global traders and brands. Whether you start out with a newsagency for sale or own a chain of international hotels, there are some unique considerations that characterise family owned or managed commercial enterprises. For some, the…
