tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20922625121987912772024-03-18T20:44:24.186+00:00Tantrums To SmilesFamily and Lifestyle blog sharing our family adventures as well as lots of helpful information, advice and reviews. We cover a wide range of topics including home, lifestyle, travel, family and interiors. Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.comBlogger1299125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-67806872936314485722024-03-18T11:48:00.003+00:002024-03-18T18:22:11.560+00:00 AdWords: A Guide to Sustainable Online Growth: Let Out Your Inner Maestro!<p><i><span style="color: #444444;">**Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><p></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Are you ready to take your AdWords game to the next level and make a plan for long-term online growth? Many people I've seen have succeeded whilst a lot of others fail and succeeding at this can make a huge difference. So, I'm here to tell you my secrets so YOU can grow the way you've always wanted to.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigfQXi1YPqW7IHhQ7J5p9Fg6XrG3eoN7kAmGvjuPqPFt1yqpjXt42QBNDfMeBdTxgkaRbrUYKgdrTdLkCXzCG3IkMg3rqCWQKUPyvkm6jmhOwYKAYgSB2-clUDSourC_lZd6WpmqiYfLcCN5150a_r6s4VvGq4TkQNIWHdfhqCx-71F6wSFrb4IW4HYBGC/s4000/firmbee-com-eMemmpUojlw-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2667" data-original-width="4000" height="518" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigfQXi1YPqW7IHhQ7J5p9Fg6XrG3eoN7kAmGvjuPqPFt1yqpjXt42QBNDfMeBdTxgkaRbrUYKgdrTdLkCXzCG3IkMg3rqCWQKUPyvkm6jmhOwYKAYgSB2-clUDSourC_lZd6WpmqiYfLcCN5150a_r6s4VvGq4TkQNIWHdfhqCx-71F6wSFrb4IW4HYBGC/w778-h518/firmbee-com-eMemmpUojlw-unsplash.jpg" width="778" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Think of yourself as a conductor of your own advertising campaigns. You need to find the right balance between creativity, strategy, and data-driven insights, just like a skilled conductor. If you get the right combination, your AdWords will sound like a world-class orchestra.<span><a name='more'></a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How to Tell an Emotional Story</span></h4></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">One of the best ways to connect with your audience is to tell stories that make them feel something. Do you remember Joaquin, the passionate business owner who started a new line of kitchen products that were good for the environment? Before Joaquin started <a href="https://www.yaelconsulting.com/adwords-consultants/" target="_blank">using Google Adwords consulting</a>, it took a lot of work for him to get the attention of people who might buy his products. As his Google AdWords consultant, I told him to focus on telling the story of why his products are good for the environment.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Joaquin started talking about his own experiences, what drove him, and how his products helped the environment. His click-through rates went through the roof, and he built a loyal customer base that connected with his brand's values. You, too, can use the power of stories to connect with your audience more deeply and grow in a way that lasts.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Taking advantage of the Lumière effect</span></h4></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">We all remember the charming candelabra Lumiere from the classic story Beauty and the Beast. Even though he looked strange, his warm personality and enthusiasm won over the crowd. Like Lumiere, your AdWords campaigns should make people feel warm, human, and emotional, capturing their hearts.<br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">How can the Lumiere Effect be made? First, show what makes your brand special and what its values are. Make your audience feel something by pointing out the good things they'll get from your products or services. And don't forget to interact with your customers by responding to their messages and using personalized marketing.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Magic of Confusion and Excitement</span></h4><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">To make your writing sound as human as possible, use a lot of confusion and abruptness. Perplexity means using unexpected phrases and a wide range of words, while burstiness means changing how often and how strongly keywords are used.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">As an AdWords consultant, I've noticed that using perplexity and burstiness in your campaigns can make your ads stand out, connect with your audience, and ultimately increase your conversion rates. So, feel free to try out different ways of speaking and writing. The more real you sound, the more your audience will connect with your brand.</span></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Change is the mantra of a Google AdWords consultant.</span></h4><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">The world of digital marketing is always changing, and if you want to do well, you need to keep up with the latest trends and changes. As a Google AdWords consultant, I can't say enough about how important it is to keep learning and changing with the times. Keep up with changes to algorithms, new features, and best practices to stay ahead of the competition.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Remember that your ability to change and improve your strategies will determine how long your online growth will last. Keep testing and changing your campaigns, and feel free to ask an experienced AdWords consultant for help when you need to.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Getting You Ready for Success</span></h4></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">In conclusion, you can achieve sustainable online growth if you let out your inner maestro, use the power of emotional storytelling, and use the Lumiere Effect. By using perplexity and burstiness in your writing, you'll sound more human and make a deeper connection with your audience.<br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Stay informed, change with the times, and keep improving your plans. And if you ever need help, remember that an AdWords consultant is just a phone call away, ready to help you navigate the complicated and always-changing digital world.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtLV5nECfecipOXs2raWWsOU_pAekdVyIeiPhfjerguObmvZBG-yD5y0Z_NNTFUhLck2ycXnw04Oxe1I6FYlqATTsElpTBR-vi9xmzfGdkGNprV589ynj7djiBQzhvJVxB1O8Hxdo4Va5eJfPwTTm3HEc572i-Xzccvm1TFPOJ5Jeac7Mqi_wK40uRynOM/s4460/burst-kUqqaRjJuw0-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2973" data-original-width="4460" height="518" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtLV5nECfecipOXs2raWWsOU_pAekdVyIeiPhfjerguObmvZBG-yD5y0Z_NNTFUhLck2ycXnw04Oxe1I6FYlqATTsElpTBR-vi9xmzfGdkGNprV589ynj7djiBQzhvJVxB1O8Hxdo4Va5eJfPwTTm3HEc572i-Xzccvm1TFPOJ5Jeac7Mqi_wK40uRynOM/w778-h518/burst-kUqqaRjJuw0-unsplash.jpg" width="778" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>Now it's up to you to seize the chance and start your journey to long-term growth online. Like Joaquin and his eco-friendly kitchen products, you should stay true to your brand's values and put your audience at the centre of everything you do.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So, are you ready to take the stage and lead your own AdWords symphony to success? The audience is ready to watch, and the spotlight is on you.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></div><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-64665149681757583992024-03-14T20:43:00.002+00:002024-03-14T20:43:20.607+00:00When to Start Thinking About Live-In Home Care for Your Loved One<p><i><span style="color: #444444;"> **Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">As our loved ones age, their needs often change, requiring more assistance and support. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">For many families, this may prompt the consideration of </span><a href="https://www.ip-live-in-care.co.uk/live-in-care/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">live-in home care </span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">options. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Making this decision is significant and often comes with a range of emotions and concerns. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgArjgM8Kadfu9QAV95fZiefek7j4nzPwCqZ8JUcY21YDjRnZU0_bzmpauQAVJjcCg4UjifyRqlm7MwJgwOOaS9RkAm-QNzP08R_kYewM5NrhXn3epfF0JYvkeuNB09Gbx60UBvsBkgnJ5M8UYEOdK_SMLtlDL-HiojPX5RfmuzUUWCZwDkVZKw2FABDNGw/s1280/hands-2906458_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="1280" height="523" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgArjgM8Kadfu9QAV95fZiefek7j4nzPwCqZ8JUcY21YDjRnZU0_bzmpauQAVJjcCg4UjifyRqlm7MwJgwOOaS9RkAm-QNzP08R_kYewM5NrhXn3epfF0JYvkeuNB09Gbx60UBvsBkgnJ5M8UYEOdK_SMLtlDL-HiojPX5RfmuzUUWCZwDkVZKw2FABDNGw/w785-h523/hands-2906458_1280.jpg" width="785" /></a></div><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p>We'll explore when it might be time to start thinking about live-in home care for your loved one.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span></span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Changes in Physical Health</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">One of the most common indicators that it might be time to consider live-in home care is changes in your loved one's physical health. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This could include difficulty with mobility, frequent falls, chronic health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease, or recovery from surgery or illness. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you notice that your loved one is struggling with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or meal preparation, it may be time to explore live-in care options.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cognitive Decline</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cognitive decline, such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease, can also signal the need for live-in home care. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">As these conditions progress, individuals may experience memory loss, confusion, disorientation, and difficulty with decision-making and problem-solving. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">In such cases, having a trained caregiver available 24/7 can provide safety and support for your loved one while also offering peace of mind for family members.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Increased Dependence on Family Members</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you find yourself or other family members taking on more caregiving responsibilities than you can handle, it may be a sign that live-in-home care is necessary. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Balancing caregiving duties with work, family, and personal commitments can quickly become overwhelming, leading to caregiver burnout and strain on relationships. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Bringing in professional caregivers can alleviate some of this burden and ensure that your loved one's needs are adequately met.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Social Isolation</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Loneliness and social isolation can have serious consequences for older adults, impacting their mental and emotional well-being. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If your loved one is spending long periods alone at home, unable to engage in social activities or maintain relationships, live-in home care can offer companionship and social interaction.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Caregivers can accompany your loved one on outings, facilitate visits with friends and family, and provide stimulating conversation and activities to promote a sense of connection and belonging.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Safety Concerns</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Safety should always be a top priority when considering care options for your loved one.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you have concerns about your loved one's ability to safely navigate their home environment or manage medications, live-in home care can provide round-the-clock supervision and assistance. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Caregivers can help prevent accidents and emergencies, monitor changes in health status, and respond quickly to any medical or safety concerns that arise.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Decline in Personal Hygiene and Household Maintenance</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Noticeable changes in personal hygiene or the cleanliness of your loved one's home may indicate that they are struggling to maintain their own self-care and household responsibilities. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This could include wearing the same clothes repeatedly, neglecting personal grooming, or allowing clutter and dirt to accumulate in their living space. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Live-in caregivers can assist with bathing, grooming, laundry, and light housekeeping tasks, ensuring that your loved one maintains a clean and comfortable living environment.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5deEIXrGZ9BBgxHF1FK3oSqxaZfMRr-goMBCE6TMHaNXFjTSxqTQttFxw4Qq0deR_8rk2n20hjs2yvS_vbIg6L3PsniFvY1HkmHzYKX-YY3kA_iDfKECfeO9MSxg06pP8p81kqhqDURFQtOCYBcmRJBw-jOXAym5y3WswjJApPRbHf-eHInE4xXoImVJq/s1280/ai-generated-8577374_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="1280" height="513" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5deEIXrGZ9BBgxHF1FK3oSqxaZfMRr-goMBCE6TMHaNXFjTSxqTQttFxw4Qq0deR_8rk2n20hjs2yvS_vbIg6L3PsniFvY1HkmHzYKX-YY3kA_iDfKECfeO9MSxg06pP8p81kqhqDURFQtOCYBcmRJBw-jOXAym5y3WswjJApPRbHf-eHInE4xXoImVJq/w771-h513/ai-generated-8577374_1280.jpg" width="771" /></a></div><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></span></p>Deciding to transition your loved one to live-in home care is a significant step, but it can ultimately improve their quality of life and provide you with much-needed support and peace of mind. </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Remember that every individual's needs are unique, so take the time to carefully consider what will best meet your loved one's needs and preferences.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">xXx</span></span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-10058478508239301632024-03-14T20:19:00.001+00:002024-03-14T20:19:06.721+00:00Enhancing Work-Life Balance: The Importance of Outsourcing Call Handling for Small Business Owners<p style="text-align: left;"><i><span style="color: #444444;"> **Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Small business owners often find themselves juggling numerous responsibilities and struggling to maintain a healthy work-life balance. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">A useful approach to reduce the workload is to </span><a href="https://www.alldaypa.co.uk/service/call-handling/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">outsource call handling</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">. This strategy can help to ease the burden.</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-KlwkGK4zxCFTQVvI0vza-FlS3qKnFW5A3qYgWhAgLFhhrXykCDMvdJqvEbmS6265vzBAgEG9TeI5_U2tScEWs8fDvHVFdmZr_xmmsZ7Wo-ws8hLufVCUODi-G6UXowTwfLcU4c_Wj-gsAYIhetW5qzvKozf0T3QslJJmfQgtnZFWwmVifpemd_zZ7dqY/s6000/campaign-creators-gMsnXqILjp4-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" height="503" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-KlwkGK4zxCFTQVvI0vza-FlS3qKnFW5A3qYgWhAgLFhhrXykCDMvdJqvEbmS6265vzBAgEG9TeI5_U2tScEWs8fDvHVFdmZr_xmmsZ7Wo-ws8hLufVCUODi-G6UXowTwfLcU4c_Wj-gsAYIhetW5qzvKozf0T3QslJJmfQgtnZFWwmVifpemd_zZ7dqY/w756-h503/campaign-creators-gMsnXqILjp4-unsplash.jpg" width="756" /></a></div></span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div>In this article, we'll explore the importance of outsourcing call handling for small business owners and how it can contribute to a better work-life balance.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><a name='more'></a></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Time Management</span></span></h4></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Time is precious for small business owners. Every minute spent on non-core tasks, such as answering phone calls, is time taken away from growing the business or personal time. </span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">By outsourcing call handling to a professional service, entrepreneurs can reclaim valuable time to focus on strategic priorities and spend quality time with family and friends.</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Professional Image</span></span></h4></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">First impressions matter, especially in business. When customers call your company, they expect prompt and professional service. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">However, small business owners may not always be available to answer calls, leading to missed opportunities and potential damage to their reputations.</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Outsourcing call handling ensures that every call is answered promptly and professionally, leaving a positive impression on customers and prospects alike. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This professionalism helps build trust and credibility, which are essential for long-term success in any industry.</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Scalability</span></span></h4></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">As small businesses grow, so do their call-handling needs. Managing a sudden influx of calls can be overwhelming for entrepreneurs, especially if they lack the resources to handle them efficiently. </span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Outsourcing call handling provides scalability, allowing businesses to easily scale up or down based on call volumes. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This flexibility ensures that businesses can adapt to changing market conditions and customer demands without compromising on service quality or efficiency.</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cost-Effectiveness</span></span></h4></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hiring full-time receptionists or customer service representatives can be costly for small businesses, especially those operating on tight budgets.</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Outsourcing call handling offers a cost-effective solution, as businesses only pay for the services they need. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This allows entrepreneurs to allocate their financial resources more efficiently and invest in other areas of their business, such as marketing, product development, or employee training. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Focus on Core Strengths</span></span></h4></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Small business owners are often experts in their field, whether it's providing a product or service. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">However, they may lack the expertise or resources to effectively handle tasks such as call answering and customer service. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Outsourcing call handling allows entrepreneurs to focus on their core competencies while leaving non-core tasks to experienced professionals who specialise in call handling. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This specialisation ensures that calls are handled with the highest level of professionalism and efficiency, allowing businesses to deliver exceptional service to their customers while maximising their own expertise and resources.</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Flexibility</span></span></h4></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The modern business landscape is constantly evolving, and flexibility is key to staying competitive. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Outsourcing call handling offers small business owners the flexibility to customise their service based on their unique needs and preferences. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Whether it's after-hours support, multilingual assistance, or specialised call routing, outsourcing providers can tailor their services to suit the specific requirements of each business. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Peace of Mind</span></span></h4></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Running a small business can be stressful, with entrepreneurs often worrying about everything from cash flow to customer satisfaction. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Outsourcing call handling provides peace of mind, knowing that every call will be handled efficiently and professionally, regardless of the time of day or the entrepreneur's availability. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This allows business owners to focus on what matters most without constantly worrying about missed calls or poor customer service. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">With the knowledge that their call-handling needs are being taken care of by experienced professionals, entrepreneurs can focus their time and energy on growing their businesses and achieving their long-term goals. </span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Outsourcing call handling is a valuable strategy for small business owners looking to enhance their work-life balance. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So why wait? Take the first step towards a more balanced and fulfilling entrepreneurial journey by outsourcing your call handling today.</span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></span></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-73300679061453823882024-03-11T13:19:00.003+00:002024-03-11T13:21:04.595+00:00The Ultimate Guide to Visiting London with Kids!<p><i><span style="color: #444444;"> **Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">London, with its rich history, diverse culture, and iconic landmarks, is a fantastic destination for families. However, just like most trips, planning a trip to London with kids requires some extra considerations, having travelled there several times with my own children in tow (primary school and secondary school age) I am hoping that with this post I can help out others who are <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2022/10/how-to-prepare-for-family-trip-to-london.html" target="_blank">planning to visit London</a> but may have some questions or worries.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaad-LEbdGjlIuLXTV2J1D_tTMZOlbbgsFOcfUu6IX7XNM4-wLHC_C82tLTgqtJUZrv8lx2CeM6JaJNb3LH2m1l_W2gVQCrTGnAmHltyZIJKJdBGp968IRk3ZftmQIW0maQF9kC5diiI8QwSpXD2U_8sVLcOIpf-lkTtxpQ47pA9NOX6fGHTr13xhgOBML/s8160/20221126_164238.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6120" data-original-width="8160" height="561" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaad-LEbdGjlIuLXTV2J1D_tTMZOlbbgsFOcfUu6IX7XNM4-wLHC_C82tLTgqtJUZrv8lx2CeM6JaJNb3LH2m1l_W2gVQCrTGnAmHltyZIJKJdBGp968IRk3ZftmQIW0maQF9kC5diiI8QwSpXD2U_8sVLcOIpf-lkTtxpQ47pA9NOX6fGHTr13xhgOBML/w747-h561/20221126_164238.jpg" width="747" /></a></div><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So fear not – this ultimate guide will help you make the most of your family vacation in the bustling capital of the United Kingdom.<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><h3 style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-weight: 600;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Family-Friendly Accommodation:</span></span></h3><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">One of the first things to consider is where you are going to stay and whilst there is a plethora of options in London there are a few things to consider when choosing. One is that the accommodation is family is friendly and the second is the location of the accommodation. If you are planning on visiting a specific part of London then of course you will want to search for accommodation in that location. But if you plan on travelling around it can be useful to find accommodation that is within walking distance of transport such as an underground station as this will make travelling around so much easier (especially for little legs!). </span></p><div><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Personally, we have always found Premier Inn to be a great option when visiting London. The prices are reasonable, beds comfortable and you can often pay a small extra charge to have an all-you-can-eat breakfast each morning (the perfect way to set you up for a day of exploring London!). We have stayed in both the London Westminster and London Paddington Premier Inn hotels and both have been fantastic, within easy walking distance of a main underground station and super comfy beds too. </span></span></div><div><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn5LdqyQYyK2xSoKnNhLou3fGe-TrzvbI0xWSUbpYw3ceI8qcuC9FmVrzKOJdg8zA7f_Nu3E4NiCOrm3-_3iaCel6t8DpOhrL-UUkfTvkveBxKIly20M6oVnH2VYVfYXqsGMKl70vVqfuVfvQyg4t4vOBxORfOVBmrBXaUUiOueVhrh1yL_mx2s0ZZEp27/s2647/20231203_093813.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2647" data-original-width="2252" height="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn5LdqyQYyK2xSoKnNhLou3fGe-TrzvbI0xWSUbpYw3ceI8qcuC9FmVrzKOJdg8zA7f_Nu3E4NiCOrm3-_3iaCel6t8DpOhrL-UUkfTvkveBxKIly20M6oVnH2VYVfYXqsGMKl70vVqfuVfvQyg4t4vOBxORfOVBmrBXaUUiOueVhrh1yL_mx2s0ZZEp27/w629-h740/20231203_093813.jpg" width="629" /></a></div><br /><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Navigating Public Transportation:</span></span></h3><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">London's public transportation system can seem confusing and daunting but honestly after using it a few times, I have to say it's probably one of the best transport systems I have used (as a tourist anyway, I can't vouch for those who use it to commute). Tapping in and out on both the busses and trains using either a bank card or a preloaded oyster means getting on and off is easy and there are rarely queues. Plus feel free to ask for help, the underground can seem confusing but there are lots of staff dotted around who in my experience have been more than happy to help us, point us in the right direction, or tell us what line/train we needed. Try to plan your trips in advance to avoid making any mistakes this also means you can plan the most time-efficient route too. </span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7YbOH2GZi4YNwHha-xhFjUjnpHOAHqjVJdoHiRTSIjHBfIGQbiVrfZbRqwIbQ8Xt7RdRirhJE2CvlFfrv1e4KwYEuPXZrogjZwiO2QVQWwGUI-bhLfi2pgQg4-M7e86HzSw_d6_4H5nUsVNq7TOCh3SYFapFEov0RWL9OMVwRRTjFVa4c_LC6JqyKAq0i/s2669/20231202_222330.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2669" data-original-width="2252" height="715" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7YbOH2GZi4YNwHha-xhFjUjnpHOAHqjVJdoHiRTSIjHBfIGQbiVrfZbRqwIbQ8Xt7RdRirhJE2CvlFfrv1e4KwYEuPXZrogjZwiO2QVQWwGUI-bhLfi2pgQg4-M7e86HzSw_d6_4H5nUsVNq7TOCh3SYFapFEov0RWL9OMVwRRTjFVa4c_LC6JqyKAq0i/w603-h715/20231202_222330.jpg" width="603" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you are looking for a different way to travel I can 100% recommend hopping onto the Uber Boat by Thames Clipper. You can purchase a "river roamer" family ticket for just over £40 which gives you hop on hop off unlimited access to the boat on your chosen day. </span><span style="background-color: white;">Uber Boat by Thames Clippers stops at 24 piers along the Thames between Barking Riverside Pier in the East and Putney Pier in the West. Services run from early in the morning until late at night 7 days a week and is the perfect way to see London from the water away from all the hustle and bustle of the city. </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Must-Visit Family Attractions:</span></span></h3><div><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">- Natural History Museum:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Dinosaurs, animals, interactive displays, and more are inside the walls of this museum. There are some absolutely fascinating displays and you can get up close and personal with dinosaur fossils, extinct animals, and all manner of things interesting. This is one the whole family will enjoy. Whilst it is free to get in, it is worth booking your free tickets online to avoid queuing on the day, and also be mindful that it could easily take an entire day to look round properly! </span></span></div><div><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Science Museum:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Hands-on exhibits for curious young and old minds alike. My kids found lots of the displays fascinating whilst being educational at the same time but it is worth noting that quite a few areas you now need to pay to access. I would therefore advise looking online beforehand, deciding which bits you want to do, and pre-booking before so you don't end up with extra costs on the day.</span></span></div><div><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Hyde Park:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Definitely more one for those visiting during the summer months but if you are looking for somewhere to sit back and take London in whilst enjoying the sunshine then Hyde Park is perfect. Boating, playgrounds and the Princess Diana Memorial Playground can all be found here. </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Camden Market:</b> Whilst not strictly an "attraction" I would highly recommend a trip to Camden Market the food there is amazing and they have lots of other stalls too from sweets to clothing and souvenirs! We opted to visit at tea time (around 6pm) and enjoyed trying lots of new dishes for tea, they have little bubble pods you can sit in if you don't want to walk and eat and the kids found the whole process lots of fun. </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Open Top Bus Tour: </b>Again perhaps not an attraction but a fantastic way to sit back and see London from the top of a classic red double-decker bus! If you can find one with a tour guide on too these are fantastic for finding out lots of information and facts about the city making it both fun and educational too. <br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzLybG_Re8iF5syIbUpbRIEwMGX-HnJLhQEnDQ84fmL24A1G5AgaqoxBuVif79uO5NDLc-oVJXVGj-aE3v18kNrU63Ox2Gl-dbHMiyBXzJg5sINEAiEjZaKSe9R_bb4Uvh-P2czmsBETnMSdSa3ZgFby_TGAoQQpYNrYyPSQIFt-jhg5y0XfEumlpUu7Iu/s2252/20231202_160337.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2002" data-original-width="2252" height="656" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzLybG_Re8iF5syIbUpbRIEwMGX-HnJLhQEnDQ84fmL24A1G5AgaqoxBuVif79uO5NDLc-oVJXVGj-aE3v18kNrU63Ox2Gl-dbHMiyBXzJg5sINEAiEjZaKSe9R_bb4Uvh-P2czmsBETnMSdSa3ZgFby_TGAoQQpYNrYyPSQIFt-jhg5y0XfEumlpUu7Iu/w739-h656/20231202_160337.jpg" width="739" /></a></div><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;"><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div>Don't forget the </span><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;">Iconic Landmarks too. Perfect for All Ages:</span></span></div><div><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">- The Tower of London:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Discover the history of this iconic fortress.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">- </span><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Buckingham Palace:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">- </span><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">London Eye:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Enjoy breath-taking views of the city.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">- </span><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Tower Bridge:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Walk across the glass-floored walkways for a unique experience.</span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you are planning on visiting lots of attractions during your visit you could use the <a href="https://www.vacationpass.com/london-pass" target="_blank">London Pass</a> to access over 80 London attractions digitally making it easier and faster to plan your trip and visit more attractions at a lower cost. </span></span></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Kid-Friendly Dining Options:</span></span></h3><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">London boasts a diverse culinary scene and many restaurants cater specifically to families. However, it is worth noting that for many places you will need to book ahead, especially on a weekend, many places in central London have rules whereby children under a certain age must leave by a set time (around 8/9pm) so worth keeping in mind to check for too. Look for places with children's menus, high chairs, and a welcoming atmosphere, and be sure to book in advance to ensure you are not turned away. </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKNJZUupL4r3_R-Noa8ZldwXMBldZAADp74aBCaVmwA4umB5i2uGj964kWgaOCKvq8TJthMDhfWPU9GuMVOkTVpRPuD3tE9Nzhfx96Jw7fhvgC1zbNb5LyLuSQrRkTNTQ2RwhtRZ0VZB1WEzN0Aa-6VQHEY1EdLW-oI2y0GSPlFmdPeIjVyhs7zEA2w2jl/s3602/20231202_202428.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2252" data-original-width="3602" height="486" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKNJZUupL4r3_R-Noa8ZldwXMBldZAADp74aBCaVmwA4umB5i2uGj964kWgaOCKvq8TJthMDhfWPU9GuMVOkTVpRPuD3tE9Nzhfx96Jw7fhvgC1zbNb5LyLuSQrRkTNTQ2RwhtRZ0VZB1WEzN0Aa-6VQHEY1EdLW-oI2y0GSPlFmdPeIjVyhs7zEA2w2jl/w778-h486/20231202_202428.jpg" width="778" /></a></div><br />It is also worth noting that London has a vast offering of "street food" and markets that offer a delicious array of food and these are worth a visit too. Don't be put off by thinking they won't be suitable for kids, my super fussy 9-year-old daughter found loads to eat and the stalls were more than happy to cater to her wants such as no veg in her noodles! </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">We also found it helpful to carry a few "emergency snacks" around with us to avoid having to spend unnecessarily in the shops and to have something on hand all the time for when little legs got tired of their energy dipped a little. </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Safety and Health Considerations:</span></span></h3><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There is no escaping that London is busy, especially on weekends and near holidays such as Christmas. Navigating this with children is daunting but is perfectly safe as long as you are prepared. Have a plan in case of emergency, each adult took charge of one child on the underground, that way if any of us got separated or didn't make it on the underground (there can be a lot of pushing and shoving at busy times), every child would always be with an adult.
Ensure you all have mobile phones and that everyone has everybody else number saved. I took a power bank with me because you will likely be using your phone to navigate, check times, and of course take pictures, etc all of which can drain the battery. The power bank meant I knew my phone could be live at all times. </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Carry a small first aid kit with you for bumps and scraps and don't forget water bottles, even in the cold weather all that walking can leave you feeling thirsty (especially using the underground!). </span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Essentials: </span></span></h3><div><br /></div><div>Like any trip with kids there are always some essentials to bring to make life easier for everyone and a trip to London is no different. Here are our list of essentials to bring - </div><div><br /></div><div><b>- Backpack:</b> don't bother with handbags or holdalls these are just annoying to carry around and you risk leaving them when you put them down on transport etc whereas a backpack can stay on your back and you are still hands-free. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>- Water Bottles:</b> There are quite a few refil stations dotted around London including in many of the attractions and with lots of walking around you will find you do get thirsty and buying drinks can soon add up! </div><div><br /></div><div><b>- Blister Plasters/ First Aid kit:</b> London is busy, its lots of walking and blisters happen so have these on hand to void sore feet after the first day. I would also suggest carrying a small first aid kit with things like plasters, Calpol, paracetamol and ibuprofen, etc in just to have on hand in case you need it. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>- Waterproof jacket:</b> Unless you are visiting in the height of summer the weather can get chilly pretty quickly so having a small waterproof jacket that you can throw into your backpack so you are always covered in case the weather changes. The last thing you want to be doing is walking around London wet. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>- Mobile Phone & Power Bank: </b>With most things being digital now everything we needed we could find with our phones. Google Maps helped us find the nearest underground or bus stop. Any tickets we had booked were digitally sent via the phone and of course, if anyone gets lost it is the best way to contact each other. You can pick up power banks for under £10 now and it was a real lifesaver to ensure I didn't have to choose between taking all the photos of the kids and having it for practical reasons too. </div><h4 style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Conclusion:</span></b></h4><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">London is a treasure trove of experiences for families, combining history, entertainment, and cultural enrichment. It really is a magical place to visit (especially at Christmas time) and you will be sure to come back full of memories you will treasure. With careful planning and this ultimate guide, your trip to London with kids is sure to be a memorable and enjoyable adventure. Safe travels!</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkvU6tVTgdpTtPXn-emWe9eEDVkSWMD5wG4P7ZU2IW3_Hp0vNJcfvYBEYuhp69pp9rbiPk_XiA3xOK6tM5YdFpYFeY2AyB6KtFxXLKPvdC4o7QBRh4d_ltX3eIRH6ABrmFg_Tsxpt0N_-Lr-ONIq2stI5w6P7TVybcDVxv-vGjYqXkl3POAJjvBdUavB_O/s4000/20221125_174157.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="575" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkvU6tVTgdpTtPXn-emWe9eEDVkSWMD5wG4P7ZU2IW3_Hp0vNJcfvYBEYuhp69pp9rbiPk_XiA3xOK6tM5YdFpYFeY2AyB6KtFxXLKPvdC4o7QBRh4d_ltX3eIRH6ABrmFg_Tsxpt0N_-Lr-ONIq2stI5w6P7TVybcDVxv-vGjYqXkl3POAJjvBdUavB_O/w767-h575/20221125_174157.jpg" width="767" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-44701893328425816322024-03-05T21:23:00.002+00:002024-03-05T21:23:21.745+00:00Mothers Day Gift Inspiration with Very<p><i><span style="color: #444444;"> **Collaborative Post - Samples Received**</span></i></p><p><span>Are you still searching for the perfect Mother's Day gift? Then you are in luck because Very has a huge range of gift ideas to suit all budgets, styles, and tastes from t</span><span>asty chocolate gifts to perfume, jewellery and even some quirky gifts for those who want to make mum smile this Mother's Day. In this gift guide, I will show you some of my favourite "<a href="https://www.very.co.uk/gifts-jewellery/for-her/e/b/21028,4934.end" target="_blank">gifts for her</a>" that would be perfect for any woman this Mother's Day. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJeCkTlnjNjL58lSmPeXGxQBbWhudr058Vu0eHpl6dL0UQdH7GU85-vMXCG2rpheNzKCyo59PPwUj4eOdyr4WP8Di1FA3T0NVHGdhEScQMQ08nx0NepL8-YqEqJFzlifZbGlY7ukSkqGA5x5vw9GZEWbdfxGVY9KxLqFdRdEamYd32OBqg9cp8JUtMAv6l/s4980/Untitled%20design.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3320" data-original-width="4980" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJeCkTlnjNjL58lSmPeXGxQBbWhudr058Vu0eHpl6dL0UQdH7GU85-vMXCG2rpheNzKCyo59PPwUj4eOdyr4WP8Di1FA3T0NVHGdhEScQMQ08nx0NepL8-YqEqJFzlifZbGlY7ukSkqGA5x5vw9GZEWbdfxGVY9KxLqFdRdEamYd32OBqg9cp8JUtMAv6l/w772-h514/Untitled%20design.png" width="772" /></a></div><p>So if you are looking for some gift inspiration keep reading and explore our suggestions below where you will find lots of inspiration, but you can also head over and visit Very for even more gift ideas.<span></span></p><a name='more'></a> <p></p><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span>Glengoyne Whisky Gift Set</span></h4><span>Perfect for any Whisky lover this beautifully presented gift set contains two miniature bottles of Glengoyne Whisky (one aged 10 years, one aged 18 years), a whisky-nosing glass,recipient's and three granite whisky stones. The set contains everything you need to enjoy the perfect taste of whisky and the great thing about the set is that the glass and stones can keep being reused with the recipients favourite whisky after too.</span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWlBzvlNU67BL49Gd4-IzMGZY9Z67GWBUsdnYclUvPKuyu65P8XQc1tdStvRdpT0vREyMaoVT8DlFch50lapCwxznzQwUy2aCkFBXRA7OpJjtZq-w_newYLsNZ5B07PtlI1CRsIRvA9tU1qCF-MhxSFmLSVJx3AlRuQOYTw3mvu1JSsBKlseggnAYSk5-L/s7272/20240302_162603.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4881" data-original-width="7272" height="498" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWlBzvlNU67BL49Gd4-IzMGZY9Z67GWBUsdnYclUvPKuyu65P8XQc1tdStvRdpT0vREyMaoVT8DlFch50lapCwxznzQwUy2aCkFBXRA7OpJjtZq-w_newYLsNZ5B07PtlI1CRsIRvA9tU1qCF-MhxSFmLSVJx3AlRuQOYTw3mvu1JSsBKlseggnAYSk5-L/w742-h498/20240302_162603.jpg" width="742" /></a></div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Maybelline New York - Lift & Line set</h4><div>It doesn't matter whether the recipi<span style="font-family: inherit;">ent of this beautiful set loves a full face of make up or just a lick of mascara and gloss each day as this set will be useful for both! Inside you will find a Maybelline's iconic Falsies Lash Lift mascara that provides an instant lash lift effect as well as the Maybelline Hyper Easy Precise All-Day Liner in shade black. Priced at around £10 this is a really affordable gift too. </span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCrICWQIGbhJIPGEyE6FH9xeu_XreAaQiTnn2sJ6YXl49DIZLxE-oKvN4g_9ajvekafVNjBjz9XMqYCKmNZre2hlbDuebV0njYzZMa-5VWlYmi5nxhmY15Bc9igGYbKgHIJDAZAnfK6InaZUoS2S_F6liihuowmCpYEt_A-DeoLf6pkaybe1_qXKNLjHVQ/s5536/20240302_162730.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5536" data-original-width="5494" height="709" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCrICWQIGbhJIPGEyE6FH9xeu_XreAaQiTnn2sJ6YXl49DIZLxE-oKvN4g_9ajvekafVNjBjz9XMqYCKmNZre2hlbDuebV0njYzZMa-5VWlYmi5nxhmY15Bc9igGYbKgHIJDAZAnfK6InaZUoS2S_F6liihuowmCpYEt_A-DeoLf6pkaybe1_qXKNLjHVQ/w705-h709/20240302_162730.jpg" width="705" /></a></div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Prai Beauty Ageless Eye Discovery Duo </h4><div>All of us as adults should be factoring in some kind of skin care, but as you get older it definitely feels like it becomes more of a priority so I often find you can't go wrong with a nice skincare set or skincare product as gift for most women. This anti-ageing eye kit contains both the Ageless Eye Discover D-Crease cream and the Ageless Eye Tight Uplift Serum. Both are designed to help create younger-looking eyes in around 7 days whilst also helping to fade dark circles and remove stubborn lines too! Heres how it works - </div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Matrixyl®: dramatically improves the appearance of wrinkles and crow’s feet</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Biopeptide EL: to fight sagging</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Nulastic™ Silk: has an amazing 'scaffolding' effect to enhance younger-looking skin</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Idealift™: prevents sagging and boosts elastin</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Vitamin A: increases cell turnover and skin renewal</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Avocado and Marula oils: rich in essential fatty acids for deep-down hydration</span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis7JbeEf2UVNAN5X2rn4Yec7oiMj0qgbcd_a_-D4OL0U-1Hz8NWuaVsLTH_SeOwRoxVEB9_p9Jcgw3OZ1d7O6FCDHEi-akiKBWjLR1WTXBgwCG500CfwyoUeJjmlZhOfFW3oYjtdd2vOaVL9t2gWNBGjBTtHapGBHcY1mgQ8LAZpuRr0cItPbnF-N3H1g9/s5620/20240302_162818.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5620" data-original-width="5495" height="716" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis7JbeEf2UVNAN5X2rn4Yec7oiMj0qgbcd_a_-D4OL0U-1Hz8NWuaVsLTH_SeOwRoxVEB9_p9Jcgw3OZ1d7O6FCDHEi-akiKBWjLR1WTXBgwCG500CfwyoUeJjmlZhOfFW3oYjtdd2vOaVL9t2gWNBGjBTtHapGBHcY1mgQ8LAZpuRr0cItPbnF-N3H1g9/w700-h716/20240302_162818.jpg" width="700" /></a></div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">ARI by Ariana Grande Eau de Parfum</h4><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">A fragrance is always such a lovely gift to give, not only because its lovely to receive (and useful too!) but because that person is then reminded of you each time they wear it which is why I think a perfume is a perfect Mother's Day gift. The ARI perfume comes in either 30ml, 50ml, or 100ml sizes (the one pictured below is 100ml) and is a luscious scent featuring sparkling fruits and ultra-feminine</span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;">floral notes, passionately spun with musks, woods, and an additive hint of marshmallow.</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ3zSy0uH2SMgV_fD2EykWsTc1lGyNCgMFlHRB1kQAeAIhUD20QwRk-DceGe0KQhckUqP57imoOWcrRhBFwkds0MiIK4RCkoXCxdBMqzwlbUiawPon9M0Imn1umZK_NJnwuPwgeQdHJ2dnBwLH5Yxxksh_87kVaD6HVT80MNKJt5TdUfGlC8wBv1vjT1U6/s7270/20240302_162911.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5339" data-original-width="7270" height="470" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ3zSy0uH2SMgV_fD2EykWsTc1lGyNCgMFlHRB1kQAeAIhUD20QwRk-DceGe0KQhckUqP57imoOWcrRhBFwkds0MiIK4RCkoXCxdBMqzwlbUiawPon9M0Imn1umZK_NJnwuPwgeQdHJ2dnBwLH5Yxxksh_87kVaD6HVT80MNKJt5TdUfGlC8wBv1vjT1U6/w640-h470/20240302_162911.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /><h4 style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Earrings from Love Gold/Love Silver Collection</span> </h4><div>If your recipient has their ears pierced a pair of simple but pretty studs make a great gift. There are so many different styles available as well as material that can be worn day to day. The two featured below are - </div><div><br /></div><div>- (top<span style="font-family: inherit;">) <span style="background-color: white;">Love GOLD - </span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: 700;">9 Carat Rose Gold Domed Heart Earrings: </span><span style="background-color: white;">Hand finished in the UK these 9ct rose gold heart-shaped stud earrings are approx. 6mm in size and perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any day-to-day outfit. </span></span></div><div><br /></div><div>- (bottom) <span style="font-family: inherit;">The Love Silver Collection - <span style="font-weight: 700;">Sterling Silver CZ Triple Star Earrings:</span> This delicate trio of sterling silver stars features 3 stars in a swooping upward motion with each star being carefully embelished with cubic zurconia for an added touch of sparkle. </span></div><div data-cnstrc-item-id="1600637138" data-cnstrc-item-name="The Love Silver Collection Sterling Silver CZ Triple Star Earrings" data-cnstrc-item-price="16.0" data-cnstrc-item-variation-id="sku23988798" data-cnstrc-product-detail="" id="product-detail"></div><div class="productSubHeading" style="clear: both; color: #666666; float: left; overflow: visible; width: 304px;"><div class="productReviews" style="float: left; line-height: 18px; margin: 16px 0px 0px; position: relative;"><div class="bvRollup" style="float: left; height: auto; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 15px 0px 0px; overflow: hidden;"><div class="bvReviewStars" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; float: left; height: 22px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; overflow: hidden; position: relative; width: 119px;"><a class="productRating" href="https://www.very.co.uk/the-love-silver-collection-sterling-silver-cznbsptriple-star-earrings/1600637138.prd?amendCommerceItemId=ci373062002143#BVRRContainer" style="color: #006699; outline: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" title="3.8 Stars"><span face=""Very Sans", "Poppins TVG", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; font-size: 12px;"></span></a></div></div></div></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0V-8HIgZoUBxI4txgXxjFCPSwBq3rtJPhDjBDinwIIv3EGSjGDxxyc6bwnrybj9QV97cYmXknuggxWsFzbCPCtjB-k1a3ER3WlTIA6OLAzc_Np6L5yCFRyoRIVfmVNFq4XOW9LDQaHg8V4Qhr1Y0I-KS3JOmZgCVz1_GMn1IvhRK0g2dYkD8aDNBnKGZ/s7190/20240302_163049.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6008" data-original-width="7190" height="609" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0V-8HIgZoUBxI4txgXxjFCPSwBq3rtJPhDjBDinwIIv3EGSjGDxxyc6bwnrybj9QV97cYmXknuggxWsFzbCPCtjB-k1a3ER3WlTIA6OLAzc_Np6L5yCFRyoRIVfmVNFq4XOW9LDQaHg8V4Qhr1Y0I-KS3JOmZgCVz1_GMn1IvhRK0g2dYkD8aDNBnKGZ/w730-h609/20240302_163049.jpg" width="730" /></a></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><br />Yankee Candle Jar - Pink Sands </h4><div>Does it get much more relaxing on a chilly spring evening than wrapping up under a blanket with a good book and a beautifully scented candle flickering away in the dusk of the evening? Yankee are well known for their fantastically scented candles and the scent really does linger in the air, long after the candle has been blown out. If Pink Sands doesn't sound like the right fragrance there are absolutely loads to choose from including floral and fruity scents. </div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIiUTynnYNwP5EowZ_j4HwLNZTWIm7DHTd6MBSxYQAeOqyR2PDdYC-Ap3vfkX70VnR3nnTsDJMbBvDcy9hIfk68nORmD13B7aNSLH_SPxlm16wN5HlTGU-FOX5yGPScyF3sg2fWEXKU-4Lk3ny4V7rhsFc-WUDkLTJMr-d-NCoWWbaewAISvB6SRjbgqFb/s5969/20240302_163153.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5329" data-original-width="5969" height="644" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIiUTynnYNwP5EowZ_j4HwLNZTWIm7DHTd6MBSxYQAeOqyR2PDdYC-Ap3vfkX70VnR3nnTsDJMbBvDcy9hIfk68nORmD13B7aNSLH_SPxlm16wN5HlTGU-FOX5yGPScyF3sg2fWEXKU-4Lk3ny4V7rhsFc-WUDkLTJMr-d-NCoWWbaewAISvB6SRjbgqFb/w720-h644/20240302_163153.jpg" width="720" /></a></div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Olivia Burton - Rainbow Silver Choker and Interlink Necklace Gift set</h4><div>Looking for something a little more special to treat your mum this Mothers Day? Then this stunning choker and necklace set featuring beautifully subtle pastel rainbow crystals could tick all the boxes. The subtle rainbow hue gives it that fun extra touch and a pop of colour whilst still be subtle enough to wear daily. The great thing about this set is that it can be worn many different ways even mixing and matching it with other pieces for a layered look that stays fresh from day to night. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikCamDUefL3Ul7vsQHzrVLpfo1ppxjuBowg_YYhB2Nt0nOrOWLXzdMBQVeJbubaCZHmptf1Cza5N7mFdK9-nLOTqaWIal4s22upNkoDAV8YLPQUwX0BC9RQCqkSNqFvWFOc-L8W15Bo3HpOu4Lt3l1g8ZCfviwDM0ToUGDEYLfPl-ITQmyYTZEMqdK-AGt/s6464/20240302_163502.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5897" data-original-width="6464" height="649" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikCamDUefL3Ul7vsQHzrVLpfo1ppxjuBowg_YYhB2Nt0nOrOWLXzdMBQVeJbubaCZHmptf1Cza5N7mFdK9-nLOTqaWIal4s22upNkoDAV8YLPQUwX0BC9RQCqkSNqFvWFOc-L8W15Bo3HpOu4Lt3l1g8ZCfviwDM0ToUGDEYLfPl-ITQmyYTZEMqdK-AGt/w711-h649/20240302_163502.jpg" width="711" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ6jAsh8eICrTC3rmmo-WFk3fs32XPw0vU_4tyvWFDN3tl-e9Tnjn8C3TXCIEzWARYSJZqN2MaSJYAW12Xwpomo9f94CqoxcqdMRn8EiBYf4MY1QVDGsSdUwrNNQVzv4QKoQaXo675uO9wS7uNZw77v-McW1K_Vun7l6msWASzp2XcXLuL5VoVtJeYjoXU/s4921/20240302_163516.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3471" data-original-width="4921" height="501" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ6jAsh8eICrTC3rmmo-WFk3fs32XPw0vU_4tyvWFDN3tl-e9Tnjn8C3TXCIEzWARYSJZqN2MaSJYAW12Xwpomo9f94CqoxcqdMRn8EiBYf4MY1QVDGsSdUwrNNQVzv4QKoQaXo675uO9wS7uNZw77v-McW1K_Vun7l6msWASzp2XcXLuL5VoVtJeYjoXU/w709-h501/20240302_163516.jpg" width="709" /></a></div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Very Wang - Princess Eau De Toilette </h4><div>As I mentioned above, perfume makes a great gift as not only is it a useful gift but it will remind the recipient of you each time they wear it. Very Wang Princess fragrance is described as a fearless f<span style="font-family: inherit;">ragrance, perfect for all those brave, fearless mums out there. Radiant and whimsical, Vera Wang Princess is a sheer, fruity floral perfume - rich with vanilla and brimming with exotic flowers and succulent fruits. </span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIaV2ftIy40c4mz49qhDTOeAb7e6_vFHhSkAhDnQVbUM9PoytiiWnXf27ssVSnqkhJI_S5uxTnGz_o5u1JCraoYHnPtktocjPWBk_DOoIAnBp8yBttx1Dj7dHUI9YRK7X3vq21PgBnOxD3yR5Llgbd6dXGz3IiktuBqX8-Tl7YMZcUWyJxdiogmHmX10DX/s7276/20240302_163636.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5436" data-original-width="7276" height="551" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIaV2ftIy40c4mz49qhDTOeAb7e6_vFHhSkAhDnQVbUM9PoytiiWnXf27ssVSnqkhJI_S5uxTnGz_o5u1JCraoYHnPtktocjPWBk_DOoIAnBp8yBttx1Dj7dHUI9YRK7X3vq21PgBnOxD3yR5Llgbd6dXGz3IiktuBqX8-Tl7YMZcUWyJxdiogmHmX10DX/w738-h551/20240302_163636.jpg" width="738" /></a></div><div><span color="var(--color-font-heading)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);"><br /></span></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--color-font-heading)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);">Glenfarclas </span><span color="var(--color-font-heading)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);">Single Malt Scotch Whisky Flavoured Fudge Tin</span></h4><div><span color="var(--color-font-heading)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);">Combining both traditional fudge and single malt scotch whisky this tin of scrumptious fudge makes a delicious gift. Inside you get 250g of fudge all presented inside the tin that can be kept afterwards and at under £15 we think this is a great low cost gift option. </span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzSFrKvJ_dVfoWqE66MnNrwxDz7oPyYGlAU_ph28x6EdeNnE_608a-TdkUAWqDVKVRQsbRejHvZYzgOzBz0TSK7T1ZzLzkRAmUAl8T7rh7417pCI1zpETf8q-yElJGBZXkDCwHPESkNA7h5Mi7VguLTEtoE0HLPJDWCethlf6JYq8UdyzPwoQ-nXsHtmKm/s6185/20240302_163728.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5628" data-original-width="6185" height="582" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzSFrKvJ_dVfoWqE66MnNrwxDz7oPyYGlAU_ph28x6EdeNnE_608a-TdkUAWqDVKVRQsbRejHvZYzgOzBz0TSK7T1ZzLzkRAmUAl8T7rh7417pCI1zpETf8q-yElJGBZXkDCwHPESkNA7h5Mi7VguLTEtoE0HLPJDWCethlf6JYq8UdyzPwoQ-nXsHtmKm/w640-h582/20240302_163728.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><span color="var(--color-font-heading)" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small; font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);"><br /></span></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--color-font-heading)" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small; font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);">Zymurgorium <span color="var(--color-font-heading)" style="font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);">Gin Experience Pack</span></span><span color="var(--color-font-heading)" face=""Very Sans", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="font-size: var(--font-size-4); font-weight: var(--font-weight-heading);"> </span></h4><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">If Gin is more her thing then this 200ml tower of flavoured Gin is sure to be a winning gift for Mothers Day. Produced in Manchester's very first purpose-built distillery, these gins are filled with unique and delicious flavours. gins in total each a 3cl miniature and the flavours are - </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><ul style="box-sizing: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: var(--spacing-space16); padding: 0 0 0 var(--spacing-space32);"><li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Manchester Marmalade Craft Gin (40%)</span></li><li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Zym Gin Premium Pink Gin (38%)</span></li><li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sweet Violet Premium Gin Liqueur (18.7%)</span></li><li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cherry on top Bakewell, Premium Gin Liqueur (20%)</span></li><li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Turkish Delight Premium Gin Liqueur (18.7%) </span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">These are all perfect for serving on your favourite tonic and ice or even for using to experiment making fun and delicious cocktails with!</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmw-rsgre2sd8hHgJLtLWNyWR7cNAM5ZpbhCi9QqA5LbyA0VUFUmKfya4x6qSfrayNEj14BIfNvXQFOTlBGSyKc1eALHWfmPQuPcbNQ7dwh5w8ihPpMUVKn20eCb_cV0aXUqAMIQH6aNR4wObnGUhQk6nEBG8IPsmKklrAA0eFXQqUuIzkmA1pRGL3QOyo/s6304/20240302_163958.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5851" data-original-width="6304" height="657" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmw-rsgre2sd8hHgJLtLWNyWR7cNAM5ZpbhCi9QqA5LbyA0VUFUmKfya4x6qSfrayNEj14BIfNvXQFOTlBGSyKc1eALHWfmPQuPcbNQ7dwh5w8ihPpMUVKn20eCb_cV0aXUqAMIQH6aNR4wObnGUhQk6nEBG8IPsmKklrAA0eFXQqUuIzkmA1pRGL3QOyo/w708-h657/20240302_163958.jpg" width="708" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h4 style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hotel Chocolat Extra Thick Easter Eggs</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Who said Easter eggs were only for Easter? Now I don't know what kind of magic is at play but there is something about chocolate in Easter egg form that just makes it taste different, tell me I am wrong? And with Mothers Day so close to Easter the shelves are always brimming with delicious eggs so why not treat your mum a little early? I love how indulgent and decedent the Hotel Chocolat eggs feel with their extra thick shells and interestingly flavoured chocolates. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyibMuPyNtlJXYapSgah5oqm7ZNyIZmmXNypOW9_Egdwa8Fp_QwTUPSPAb2MNCb44oJJWonZicyX_p_aFmkGfYyo7ZflYxwvKrGAQ7bmL16Yu51mg-Bbn8eL0vpVqjgyGrNDEiOqw69uGx-9L8nj0AJm5Vf-b556ypXUHJovs2qNjU7fXmKoqSnPELdgaa/s6734/20240302_164424.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5671" data-original-width="6734" height="609" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyibMuPyNtlJXYapSgah5oqm7ZNyIZmmXNypOW9_Egdwa8Fp_QwTUPSPAb2MNCb44oJJWonZicyX_p_aFmkGfYyo7ZflYxwvKrGAQ7bmL16Yu51mg-Bbn8eL0vpVqjgyGrNDEiOqw69uGx-9L8nj0AJm5Vf-b556ypXUHJovs2qNjU7fXmKoqSnPELdgaa/w724-h609/20240302_164424.jpg" width="724" /></a></div><br /><p>We have tried to include a range of gift ideas above so hopefully you have spotted something that takes your fancy (or something you know your mum will love!) don't forget to let me know what caught your eye in the comments below. If you are still looking for more inspiration, you can browse 100's of gifts right here "<a href="https://www.very.co.uk/gifts-jewellery/for-her/e/b/21028,4934.end" target="_blank">gifts for her by Very</a>". </p><p>xXx</p></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-11273900201742773832024-03-05T16:14:00.004+00:002024-03-15T12:26:36.729+00:00A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Moissanite Engagement or Wedding Ring: Factors to Consider<p><i><span style="color: #444444;">**Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Choosing the perfect Moissanite engagement and wedding ring is a
significant decision that symbolises your commitment and love, and a choice
that you will hopefully get to cherish for the rest of your life. Picking your
engagement and wedding rings will likely be two of the most important jewellery
decisions you make - so it’s crucial to take your time with the decision, and
work out what style of Moissanite or other gemstone you’re going to select for
the big occasion.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmj35shTUD_v3IVBe5CbSK_iqS0Fi2Bw2tTH3HbLHtkdzWUTJvuOL_KOkcYz6m6xD2ktMWrLcbRBf4StrLJf-KncKVwN6XVn-GYAK04RjIK8P__UDCoiVummJIxpH7UD3-YLs_ZRiU7gcT7GjuVYwlMgARlKFoqo3MZzK2f2wpJ9kL9ZbCobSUJHWmqYHm/s1242/b818c2b7a882565aef3fb7a04063e72f_1800x.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1242" data-original-width="1242" height="727" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmj35shTUD_v3IVBe5CbSK_iqS0Fi2Bw2tTH3HbLHtkdzWUTJvuOL_KOkcYz6m6xD2ktMWrLcbRBf4StrLJf-KncKVwN6XVn-GYAK04RjIK8P__UDCoiVummJIxpH7UD3-YLs_ZRiU7gcT7GjuVYwlMgARlKFoqo3MZzK2f2wpJ9kL9ZbCobSUJHWmqYHm/w727-h727/b818c2b7a882565aef3fb7a04063e72f_1800x.webp" width="727" /></a></div><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: inherit;"><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: inherit;">With a plethora of options available from </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit;">diamond
jewellery<span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"> to precious
gemstones, it's crucial to consider various factors to ensure the rings you
select align with your style, preferences, and budget to name a few. In this
guide, we'll explore key considerations to help you make informed decisions
when choosing these timeless symbols of love and hopefully find a ring you will
cherish forever.<span></span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p></span><p></p>
<h4 style="line-height: normal; margin: 14pt 0cm; text-align: left;"><b><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Budget</span></span></b></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It can be easy to get carried away looking at beautiful rings and before
you know it you have fallen in love with something out of budget and then it's
hard to find anything to compare. That’s why agreeing and deciding on a budget
is really important before you even start looking. Establishing a realistic
budget not only means you’re both happy with what is being spent but it means
when you look at rings you can only look at those within your budget. Determine
how much you are willing to invest in both the engagement and wedding rings
first, and save yourselves a lot of headache.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">And when it comes to Moissanite, you’re in the money (so to speak) -
because while it offers a really meaningful, stunning material for a ring, it
certainly won’t break the bank.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<h4 style="line-height: normal; margin: 14pt 0cm; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Metal Type</span></b></span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Selecting the right metal for your rings is crucial. Common choices
include platinum, gold (white, yellow, or rose), and palladium. Each metal has
its unique characteristics, such as durability, colour, and maintenance
requirements. It is important to do a little research first to see which metal
might suit you and your lifestyle the best before committing. Consider your
lifestyle and personal preferences when deciding on the metal type - as the
last thing you want is a metal that’s going to tarnish easily (if, for example,
you work with your hands a lot).</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h4 style="line-height: normal; margin: 14pt 0cm; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Ring Style</span></b></span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">When it comes to choosing a ring there are lots of options to explore
including shape, cut, style and metal to name a few. Ensure you take your time
to view and try on different ring styles to find the one that resonates with
your taste and personality. Classic solitaires, vintage-inspired designs,
modern and minimalist bands – the options are vast. Discuss preferences with
your partner to ensure both engagement and wedding rings complement each other.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Don't forget that if you choose a </span><a href="https://www.infinitydiamondjewellery.com/collections/moissanite-engagement-rings"><span style="background: white; color: #1155cc;">moissanite engagement ring</span></a><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;"> with a large stone or that is an unusual
shape, you will either have to find a wedding ring that fits around it, have
one custom made or remove your engagement ring to wear your wedding ring
(better to learn this beforehand!).</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h4 style="line-height: normal; margin: 14pt 0cm; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Choice of Gemstone</span></b></span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0d0d0d;">While many opt for a very
standard, traditional ring, I personally love seeing different Moissanite and
gemstones in engagement and wedding rings and think they are a really unique
touch - especially Moissanite, which has really taken off both in the UK and
abroad. But </span><a href="https://www.infinitydiamondjewellery.com/pages/what-is-moissanite-and-how-does-it-compare-to-diamonds"><span style="color: #1155cc;">what
is moissanite?</span></a><span style="color: #0d0d0d;"> Well, it’s one of the rarest
naturally occurring minerals found in nature—it was discovered over a century
ago at the site of a meteorite strike over in the US, and has a very similar
look to traditional diamonds - but without the hefty price tag.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Not only does it serve as a great
alternative to diamonds because it’s cheaper, but it’s also much more ethically
sourced. The diamond industry is infamous for shady ethical practices - but
Moissanite, on the other hand, comes with no human right violations or a huge
carbon footprint that will be left behind.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="color: #0d0d0d;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEpoJGo1vE_zaxbJipYKr5Y3RDmyGOftdD5hNhc7a46cUxoN6xBrwExvsphZFSLP-2D619hPspDTwy4N3u9KVnTwr5wrzpHwG4gOyX14c03_7VxpgLjUXKS8FaovYLtZ41palxqEYH-1eXxFuU3Ko_UnISX_qI1xS3dJ9LhyCXlqarLGLtJ2p6Dg6Fo9H6/s400/vintageemeraldring71_400x.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="400" height="716" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEpoJGo1vE_zaxbJipYKr5Y3RDmyGOftdD5hNhc7a46cUxoN6xBrwExvsphZFSLP-2D619hPspDTwy4N3u9KVnTwr5wrzpHwG4gOyX14c03_7VxpgLjUXKS8FaovYLtZ41palxqEYH-1eXxFuU3Ko_UnISX_qI1xS3dJ9LhyCXlqarLGLtJ2p6Dg6Fo9H6/w716-h716/vintageemeraldring71_400x.webp" width="716" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
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<h4 style="line-height: normal; margin: 14pt 0cm; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Ring Size and Comfort</span></b></span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Choosing a ring isn't just about the look, but about how it feels, too.
Your new </span><a href="https://www.infinitydiamondjewellery.com/collections/moissanite-wedding-bands"><span style="background: white; color: #1155cc;">moissanite wedding ring</span></a><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">, for example, will be worn every day for
the rest of your life - so ensure that the rings fit comfortably on your
fingers, and move your hands around when trying any ring on. It's crucial to
get the correct ring size to avoid discomfort or the risk of losing the rings.
Factor in seasonal changes that affect finger size and choose a design that
allows for adjustments if needed if you think this is an issue for you such as
if your weight fluctuates etc. </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h4 style="line-height: normal; margin: 14pt 0cm; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Long-Term Durability</span></b></span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Wedding rings are meant to last a lifetime, so consider the durability
of the materials. Platinum is known for its longevity and resistance to wear,
making it an excellent choice for those seeking a durable option. If you opt
for something like white gold be prepared to have to pay to have it redipped
every few years to keep it looking its best so it is a cost to factor in when
choosing your ring. </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h4 style="line-height: normal; margin: 14pt 0cm; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">Personalisation</span></b></span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;">A wedding band is a symbol of love between you and your partner and some
people like to have these engraved with a personal touch to make the band even
more special. You could add a personal touch to your rings through engraving on
the inside of the band so that whilst it might not be able to be seen when
worn, you know it is there. Whether it's a special date, initials, or a
meaningful phrase, engraving adds sentimental value and makes the rings
uniquely yours.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 14.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 14.0pt; margin: 14pt 0cm;"><span style="background: white; color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></span><span face="Arial, sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-31631251623571805682024-03-03T15:57:00.006+00:002024-03-03T15:57:59.096+00:00Symbolic Jewellery: The History and How to Wear it<div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span> Accessories such as jewellery are a great way to change or complement a look, in fact, that can totally change the look and feel of an outfit taking it from office to party or the other way round! But picking the right accessories is crucial and when choosing it can often feel a little daunting knowing what to pick or</span> how to style pieces. Many options work for lots of possible styles, but some accessories don’t get the recognition they deserve. Symbolic jewellery is what gave birth to accessorizing but somehow lost favour along the way. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL52hgJl1RWCeb1Y0p5hcGrZJ-Yuff96_A00u0v5bSq5GAj7eRvJUYhg6nbYETNLWEhGffDeKHfSlb3LmmzSfJVUp5TLLTd2tzu4EpIdZsstu-6KW0cQeIZCVtN42-gQnmnIG2Hsl7EZqDucKKLJDN13rdCxTbdkvqVDHDARGY7Oc2Nyk9FWn4r45nG-ex/s2961/ots3wwk8.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1974" data-original-width="2961" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL52hgJl1RWCeb1Y0p5hcGrZJ-Yuff96_A00u0v5bSq5GAj7eRvJUYhg6nbYETNLWEhGffDeKHfSlb3LmmzSfJVUp5TLLTd2tzu4EpIdZsstu-6KW0cQeIZCVtN42-gQnmnIG2Hsl7EZqDucKKLJDN13rdCxTbdkvqVDHDARGY7Oc2Nyk9FWn4r45nG-ex/w772-h514/ots3wwk8.png" width="772" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">In this article, we’re going to talk about symbolic jewellery and give you some tips on how to style it in your daily life. Read along and get ready to rock some meaningful pieces.<span><a name='more'></a></span></span></div></span></div><div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The beginning of jewellery</span></h4></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">The beginning of jewellery traces back to ancient civilizations where it served not only as an accessory but also held rich symbolic significance. From amulets and talismans believed to offer protection to intricate religious symbols showing faith and spirituality, jewellery has always been a way of expressing identity and conveying messages. However, in modern times, the focus on symbolism in jewellery is not as much of a priority as trendy and fashionable accessories are flooding the market. Despite this, symbolic jewellery remains a powerful form of self-expression, allowing anyone to communicate their beliefs, values, and stories through wearable art.</span></div><div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Day-to-day styling</span></h4></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">When it comes to day-to-day styling, incorporating symbolic jewellery into your wardrobe can add depth and meaning to your looks. Whether it's a pendant featuring a meaningful symbol, like the Irish pendants here: "<a href="https://www.gaelsong.com/prod_detail_list/jewelry-celtic-pendants" target="_blank">Celtic Pendants & Necklaces</a>" or a bracelet engraved with an inspirational quote, these pieces can be daily reminders of what matters most to you. Symbolic jewellery doesn't have to be extravagant or flashy, as it usually is the subtle touches that make the most impact. Layering delicate necklaces with symbolic charms or stacking dainty rings with engraved messages can easily elevate your look while adding that symbolic meaning to your accessory game.</span></div><div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Occasion-based symbolic jewellery</span></h4></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">For special occasions or milestone moments in life, choosing some special symbolic jewellery can add an extra layer of sentimentality to your outfit. Whether it's a graduation, wedding, or anniversary, choosing pieces that represent growth, love, or achievement can add to the importance of the event. For example, a necklace featuring a Tree of Life pendant can symbolize growth and strength, making it a fitting choice for a graduation gift. At the same time, a pair of earrings that feature infinity symbols can represent eternal love and commitment, making them a perfect accessory for a wedding day.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFevf3N9D7_4qXgI8eABJdDqkDEMDx41cavZ_Nyghd76m_Qh_PVHvafqCwHUwMNFa11WToFhxciiQuqaX9OZnYuIj79IDYRWLzAM0KPeqIa0WobD-JGUaao0HEFJBcQVddchs9UIXA2bQmK8amDEuuYZfZIxCrmBoXz0cCr-I9b2ysozYp94_OP9xp1UkT/s505/WJ10656_Scottish-Heathergems-Tree_of-Life-Pendant-and-Earrings-Gaelsong_popup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="505" data-original-width="505" height="729" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFevf3N9D7_4qXgI8eABJdDqkDEMDx41cavZ_Nyghd76m_Qh_PVHvafqCwHUwMNFa11WToFhxciiQuqaX9OZnYuIj79IDYRWLzAM0KPeqIa0WobD-JGUaao0HEFJBcQVddchs9UIXA2bQmK8amDEuuYZfZIxCrmBoXz0cCr-I9b2ysozYp94_OP9xp1UkT/w729-h729/WJ10656_Scottish-Heathergems-Tree_of-Life-Pendant-and-Earrings-Gaelsong_popup.jpg" width="729" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>By picking symbolic jewellery that works with the occasion, you can adapt your fashion style to the big events in your life and make them even more personal and unique.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-89715012653720142812024-03-01T10:41:00.005+00:002024-03-01T10:43:38.154+00:0010 Delicious Irish Recipes to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%; text-align: left;">St.
Patrick's Day is an occasion to commemorate Irish culture, heritage, and, of
course, delicious food! Whether you are of Irish descent or simply want to get
into the spirit of the holiday, there is no better way than to indulge in
traditional Irish cuisine. From hearty stews and warm soups to rich desserts
and savoury pies, Irish cuisine is known for its comforting flavours and
nutritious ingredients. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhD73yzOkzfRGkb39Udfbw1rAypFELyzJ9-D-X40sIzObUvI1Mnjzm2xMMjitBNL695ieAnLPfR3bGAmS9d9gNM7tQM64aoYJ3kctSttenRfoXtuabz_oGQLYIO9_AfKRNmkH9e_TN_c8ioo-_RoInTTIHxMnRLslKCoQfNpvxeF9wYKQZ2N3msh2XYoBy/s6016/elena-mozhvilo-3FwNsRc7pek-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6016" height="509" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhD73yzOkzfRGkb39Udfbw1rAypFELyzJ9-D-X40sIzObUvI1Mnjzm2xMMjitBNL695ieAnLPfR3bGAmS9d9gNM7tQM64aoYJ3kctSttenRfoXtuabz_oGQLYIO9_AfKRNmkH9e_TN_c8ioo-_RoInTTIHxMnRLslKCoQfNpvxeF9wYKQZ2N3msh2XYoBy/w765-h509/elena-mozhvilo-3FwNsRc7pek-unsplash.jpg" width="765" /></span></a></div><span lang="EN" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%; text-align: left;"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: left;">Pairing these delicious dishes with a beautifully
decorated table, complete with linen napkins and festive green accents, will
take your St. Patrick's Day celebration to the next level of sophistication and
style. For some green accents that you can put on your table, </span><span lang="EN" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.shamrockgift.com/st-patricks-day-gifts"><span style="color: #1155cc; line-height: 115%;">check this online
store</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: left;">
and find what items match your décor and for lots of traditional Irish food ideas keep reading. <span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">1. Irish stew</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Irish
stew, a traditional Irish dish, is a nutritious and comforting meal that's
ideal for St. Patrick's Day. This stew is made with tender chunks of lamb or
beef, potatoes, carrots, and onions, and it is cooked to perfection in a rich
broth </span>flavoured<span> with herbs and spices. Serve it piping hot with a slice of
crusty bread for a filling and warm meal.</span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">2. Colcannon</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Colcannon
is a traditional Irish dish with mashed potatoes, cabbage, and butter. It's
simple but delicious, with the sweetness of the cabbage complementing the
creamy potatoes perfectly. Serve colcannon with your </span>favourite<span> protein or as a
comforting and filling side dish.</span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">3. Irish soda bread</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>No
St. Patrick's Day celebration is complete without a loaf of Irish soda bread.
This classic quick bread is made with only a few basic ingredients: flour,
baking soda, buttermilk, and salt. The end result is a dense but tender loaf
with a slightly tangy </span>flavour<span> that goes great with a smear of butter or a
spoonful of jam.</span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">4. Shepherd’s pie</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Shepherd's
pie is a rich and comforting dish, ideal for St. Patrick's Day. This </span>savoury<span> pie, made with ground lamb or beef, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes, is
a great way to celebrate Irish cuisine. To round out the meal, serve it with
steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad.</span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">5. Corned beef and cabbage</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Corned
beef and cabbage, a traditional St. Patrick's Day dish, is a hearty and </span>flavourful<span> meal that will not disappoint. The beef is brined in a combination of
salt, sugar, and spices before slow-cooking with cabbage, potatoes, and
carrots. The end result is tender, </span>flavourful<span> meat and vegetables, ideal for a
festive St. Patrick's Day feast.</span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">6. Boxty</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Boxty
is a traditional Irish potato pancake made from mashed potatoes, grated raw
potatoes, flour, and baking soda. These </span>savoury<span> pancakes are crispy on the
outside but soft on the inside, making them ideal for toppings such as butter,
sour cream, or smoked salmon. Boxty can be served as a side dish or as the main
course alongside your </span>favourite<span> toppings.</span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">7. Guinness beef stew</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Guinness
beef stew is a rich, </span>flavourful<span> dish ideal for St. Patrick's Day. This hearty
stew, made with tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and onions, simmers
in a rich broth </span>flavoured<span> with Guinness stout, giving it a deep and complex </span>flavour<span>. Serve it with a slice of crusty bread for a filling and hearty meal.</span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">8. Irish coffee</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: justify;">Irish
coffee is a classic cocktail that is </span><span lang="EN" style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://www.thespruceeats.com/original-irish-coffee-recipe-759311"><span style="color: #1155cc; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">ideal for celebrating
St. Patrick's Day</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: justify;">. This decadent drink, made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey,
sugar, and a layer of whipped cream, is the ideal way to warm up on a cold
March evening. Serve it as a dessert cocktail or as a post-dinner treat.</span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">9. Baileys Irish cream cheesecake</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Baileys
Irish Cream cheesecake is a rich and indulgent dessert ideal for St. Patrick's
Day. This dessert, made with a creamy cheesecake filling </span>flavoured<span> with Baileys
Irish Cream liqueur and topped with a rich chocolate ganache, will not
disappoint. Serve it as the ideal sweet finish to your St. Patrick's Day feast. </span></span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">10. Irish apple cake</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>Irish
apple cake is a simple but delicious dessert ideal for St. Patrick's Day. This
moist and </span>flavourful<span> cake is made with fresh apples, sugar, flour, butter, and
spices and is the ideal way to celebrate Irish </span>flavours<span>. Serve warm with a scoop
of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a delectable and
comforting dessert.</span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-23029644658953042642024-02-29T20:50:00.001+00:002024-02-29T20:50:28.630+00:00Essentials for Every Parent's Backpack: A Family Day Out Checklist<div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="color: #444444;">**Collaborative Post**</span></i></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Embarking on a family day out is always an exciting adventure, but ensuring you have everything you need can be a challenge. When you become a parent you quickly realise that those handbags you used to cherish are no longer up to the job and the changing bag quickly becomes your best friend. But as your children get older and you suddenly find yourself needing your hands free to chase energetic toddlers around, a <a href="https://www.dayowl.com/collections/the-backpack" target="_blank">parent backpack</a> quickly becomes your best friend. Not only is a backpack more practical and spacious but it is easy to carry and leaves you hands free to enjoy your day and chase little ones around.
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsmq9E4erqQfZCkTFkn2dLIFRxIUj2Abv4ZN08NidOxOZO2h3YDn2hQc1ynFXZ7PnM36q_Ph8kG0FY2DOgxPr8GOnVOru5VYxMh0MzB8ho_UW3rt8w-sG7HWeYnwzXYDyBImzeFrkwOavtVT1kXB2eSDs4Bt6awwO3cxKmSL-sjCmz8jNGKJ2OLq0V328A/s7606/josiah-weiss-8sjBzL1IyMo-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5073" data-original-width="7606" height="501" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsmq9E4erqQfZCkTFkn2dLIFRxIUj2Abv4ZN08NidOxOZO2h3YDn2hQc1ynFXZ7PnM36q_Ph8kG0FY2DOgxPr8GOnVOru5VYxMh0MzB8ho_UW3rt8w-sG7HWeYnwzXYDyBImzeFrkwOavtVT1kXB2eSDs4Bt6awwO3cxKmSL-sjCmz8jNGKJ2OLq0V328A/w753-h501/josiah-weiss-8sjBzL1IyMo-unsplash.jpg" width="753" /></a></div><br />A well-packed backpack can make all the difference, turning a potentially chaotic day into a smooth and enjoyable one. In this blog post, we'll explore the must-haves that every parent should consider packing for a family day out. <span><a name='more'></a></span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="background-color: white; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Snacks and Hydration:</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left;"><span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Once you have kids you quickly realise that snacks are the secret answer to most issues. Not only that but taking your own snacks often works out much more cost effective too as buying food and drink for the whole family on a day out can get expensive. Keep everyone </span></span><span style="color: #0d0d0d;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">fuelled</span></span><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"> and hydrated with a variety of snacks and water bottles, most places have refill stations now too. </span></span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Pack a mix of healthy snacks like fruits, nuts, and granola bars to keep energy levels up and a few little treats too, just avoid chocolate if it's warm as this will get very messy. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Don't forget to carry a reusable water bottle for each family member to stay hydrated throughout the day.</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="background-color: white; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First Aid Kit:</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">We all want to have <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2023/01/7-family-travel-safety-tips-to-always.html" target="_blank">safe travels</a> but sometimes incidents occur and being prepared is crucial when it comes to kids. Whilst I am not suggesting carrying around a a full-blown first aid kit, the essentials are always great to have on hand, especially when it comes to kids! Accidents can happen, so it's crucial to have the basics on hand that could get you by until you can seek professional help or on-site first aid if needed. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Include band-aids, antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, and any necessary prescription medications.</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="background-color: white; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sun Protection:</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Sun protection is a must, even if you have applied before you left home, if you plan on being out in the sun for more than an hour or two you will need to reapply so bring it with you. You can also help shield your family from harmful UV rays with sunglasses, and hats. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Opt for a high-SPF sunscreen and reapply regularly, especially if you'll be spending extended periods outdoors.</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Entertainment for Kids:</span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you are going to be traveling somewhere in the car or on public transport or you know you are going to be waiting around for any time during your day, some <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2023/12/5-screen-free-activities-to-explore.html" target="_blank">screen free entertainment </a>is always a great idea for young kids. Pack age-appropriate activities to keep the little ones entertained. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Consider bringing colouring books, small toys, or electronic devices with headphones for a peaceful journey. My two always loved a notebook and pen to scribble, draw, and play games in. If you have older children you could even take along a card game like UNO or just a pack of playing cards. </span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="background-color: white; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Navigational Aids and Mobile Phone:</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">GPS device, or smartphone with a reliable navigation app to help you find your way and whilst these might not be necessary if you are heading to somewhere like a theme park for example, they may come in handy if you are going for a walk or heading somewhere out of the way. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Having a backup power bank can be a lifesaver to keep your devices charged throughout the day as well all know phones like to give up on us just when we need them! </span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="background-color: white; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wet Wipes, Hand Sanitiser and Tissues:</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cleanliness is key, especially when dealing with kids. Pack wet wipes and tissues for quick clean-ups. These can often come in handy in public toilets too as there isn't always toilet roll available or a space to safely clean your hands. Having these things on you means you don't have to worry and always come prepared. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">These come in handy for messy hands, spills, or unexpected situations.</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Change of Clothes & a Carrier Bag</b></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The adults should be fine here (although I always pack me and my husband a change of socks in case our feet get wet and muddy). But for younger kids bringing a change of clothes can be really beneficial especially if they like getting muddy or jumping puddles! It will avoid any fussing or upset later when the kids get cold too. Bring along a few bags too for any unexpected purchases or to collect trash/treasures (my 2 LOVE collecting shells at the beach) during the day or to hold the wet/dirty clothes if your kids do change into fresh clothes. </span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="background-color: white; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Emergency Contacts and Information:</span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Carry a list of <a href="https://thecardproject.uk/emergency-contact-card-the-importance-of-carrying-an-ice-card-for-your-safety" target="_blank">emergency contacts</a>, including family members, healthcare providers, and any essential information. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Include any allergies or medical conditions that may be relevant in case of an emergency. These can easily be printed off, put inside a plastic wallet, and just left inside a pocket of the bag so you always have them. It can also be handy to write down the names of any medications you regularly take in case you need these whilst you are away. </span></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIKLGpYwCxygm4mB94-Gf9U4QMa0yVW7jGMwFt1YDWu0Tjfww4j6ZBkKPe3HyAnbZKTnbbzJ8aySmboWVupjSjEDQjSquL_YL8XTWtrCe-3ZuHl79plh8mna2OFThRs1F5q5rLWXbQjxThyphenhyphen63E8ZlN-Mt_wJ8KTw6E_bnPi4MyCR6oCmlKiLWaBWVN6q2T/s6000/michal-binkiewicz-OPC3wxGpsBg-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4800" height="763" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIKLGpYwCxygm4mB94-Gf9U4QMa0yVW7jGMwFt1YDWu0Tjfww4j6ZBkKPe3HyAnbZKTnbbzJ8aySmboWVupjSjEDQjSquL_YL8XTWtrCe-3ZuHl79plh8mna2OFThRs1F5q5rLWXbQjxThyphenhyphen63E8ZlN-Mt_wJ8KTw6E_bnPi4MyCR6oCmlKiLWaBWVN6q2T/w610-h763/michal-binkiewicz-OPC3wxGpsBg-unsplash.jpg" width="610" /></a></div></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Packing your backpack with these essentials will help ensure that your family day out is not only enjoyable but also stress-free and can help you save money too. By planning ahead and being prepared, you can create lasting memories without worrying about the little hiccups that may come your way and be hands-free to enjoy it all too. Happy adventuring!</span></div></span></div><div style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: left; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-81709602020822692272024-02-28T12:50:00.004+00:002024-02-28T12:50:32.007+00:00You'll Be Walking On Sunshine With These Top Tips For Attractive Home Solar Panels<p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><i>**Collaborative Post**</i></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; white-space-collapse: preserve;">These days, the benefits of solar panels at home speak for themselves. As well as helping you to do your bit for a planet that needs all the help it can get, professional at-home solar panel installations can save homeowners up to 50-70% on their energy bills. </span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Despite these benefits, less than 5% of houses in the UK have solar panels right now. The reasons for this vary but, in many instances, concerns over how solar panels will affect a property’s </span><a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2023/11/enhancing-curb-appeal-tips-for.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">curb appeal</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> are high on the list. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_uga6RUEjlKH1QEYKgODkbRzyBuK728ghnKcTGBsbIDEApCegpZDt4qkCw91rdpvPbX0VtSy7-9oT67FvdMnApUG1MM1AQ6d8m0USyOH8KqbkAVx7ZaVhrzc3GnNhgLjM-OR6Y6a6-LL37bf4s4iAujk2NCiJdbDNx8_WpmHmKx51e6lyIVVHJKoKmoQh/s1600/solar%20panels%201.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1066" data-original-width="1600" height="504" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_uga6RUEjlKH1QEYKgODkbRzyBuK728ghnKcTGBsbIDEApCegpZDt4qkCw91rdpvPbX0VtSy7-9oT67FvdMnApUG1MM1AQ6d8m0USyOH8KqbkAVx7ZaVhrzc3GnNhgLjM-OR6Y6a6-LL37bf4s4iAujk2NCiJdbDNx8_WpmHmKx51e6lyIVVHJKoKmoQh/w757-h504/solar%20panels%201.png" width="757" /></a><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/solar-panels-on-a-roof-with-a-blue-sky-17762230/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Picture Credit: CC0 Licence</span></span></a></div><p></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-f59a341f-7fff-7582-e6bb-3ef6d82c6754"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Solar panels just don’t always look great and, while they do technically increase property value overall, many people in the UK still wouldn’t want to buy a house with this addition attached. That’s an off-putting fact, but what if we were to tell you that there are subtle ways to make solar panels look better?<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Admittedly, this technology is still advancing, and to some extent, your solar panels will likely remain a little more visible than you might like. But, you can do a great deal to help your home look great regardless with these top tips for attractive home solar panels at last. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Tip 1: Get smart about colour choices</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Most commonly, you’ll find solar panels in either grey or black colour choices, but some companies now also offer solar panels in every colour of the rainbow, depending on your preferences. To make your solar panels look more attractive, think about things like the colour of your roof and your design choices overall when picking your panel colouring.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you want subtle solar panels on a dark roof, then traditional black might be your best option. If you’d prefer high-contrast, funky solar panels, something like blue on a terracotta roof could be really eye-catching. Do bear in mind that colour will impact </span><a href="https://allseasonsenergy.co.uk/guides/solar-panel-cost-and-price-uk/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">solar panel cost</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, especially if you’re going for a more niche brightly coloured look. But, if that additional cost buys you a solar panel finish that you’re sure to love, then you may well find that expense ends up paying for itself. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip 2: Consider discreet installations</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh16QQVlqYBMtjpGV3dyMSs3g4W5YU-vSxZgrFsHoao_zEoHdk7IvJGxNg33AuLwcdrG-EgXJSJ3uSSft11PRDz6TpUKBt-5u6fHaE27q2ReqPPhOx8JY7GgFglf5lsjyWs3N9hiXBl_zppOIGn_PcWEC3bFF7dv3JbONAe04tyuB9D60Hm-9RuiIu-e3Z-/s1600/solar%20panels%202.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1069" data-original-width="1600" height="500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh16QQVlqYBMtjpGV3dyMSs3g4W5YU-vSxZgrFsHoao_zEoHdk7IvJGxNg33AuLwcdrG-EgXJSJ3uSSft11PRDz6TpUKBt-5u6fHaE27q2ReqPPhOx8JY7GgFglf5lsjyWs3N9hiXBl_zppOIGn_PcWEC3bFF7dv3JbONAe04tyuB9D60Hm-9RuiIu-e3Z-/w748-h500/solar%20panels%202.png" width="748" /></a></div><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/white-and-black-wooden-house-under-white-sky-during-daytime-6M9OhcblUHM" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Picture Credit: CC0 Licence</span></span></a><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is your home, and your solar panels can be as obvious or as subtle as you like. While solar panels will be most efficient on the south side of your roof, you can put your panels to the back of your property, and make sure that they’re installed close together to take up minimum space. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">You can also ensure a more discreet solar panel finish by considering your different mounting options. Most installation companies will offer either bulky or ‘thin film’ mounting choices. Most bulky installations will require six or seven inches between the roof and panel, making installation far more obvious. By comparison, thin film mounts can be placed almost directly onto </span><a href="https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/how-to-build-a-roof" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">your roof</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, making them far less of an eyesore. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Tip 3: Step into new solar skins</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Solar technology is still very much in development, and solar skins, one of the latest industry advancements, can make a huge difference to solar panel appearances. Using a thin layer of film that’s placed across your solar panels, these skins are designed to look exactly like your roof. Admittedly, this change does come with a high price tag and some impact on panel efficiency right now, but if appearances are preventing you from taking the solar leap, they could still be a good compromise. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Tip 4: Go for a ground-mounted option</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzNibaGg8oYDQ-QBbObQkdz6Qgv54Gy-ZDchcup-F3C0TLr3Ewm1LRydNilG3ccpCJ7XhHfaa-cLom1OUwvvn6vxZBmEGUDEWOkarqfU226soC42S4XEp_p4RW83g3vrTxY9ocM6gutq1xERjGKgXXIaepFdC_u8M5dhqEc0LyRq0bngxc4KpBq2zepDCf/s1600/solar%20panels%203.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1066" data-original-width="1600" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzNibaGg8oYDQ-QBbObQkdz6Qgv54Gy-ZDchcup-F3C0TLr3Ewm1LRydNilG3ccpCJ7XhHfaa-cLom1OUwvvn6vxZBmEGUDEWOkarqfU226soC42S4XEp_p4RW83g3vrTxY9ocM6gutq1xERjGKgXXIaepFdC_u8M5dhqEc0LyRq0bngxc4KpBq2zepDCf/w772-h514/solar%20panels%203.png" width="772" /></a></div><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/blue-solar-panels-on-green-trees-during-daytime--SKRzGN47iQ" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Picture Credit: CC0 Licence</span></span></a><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you really hate the idea of placing solar panels on your roof for all of the world to see, why not consider ground-mounted solar panels instead? We won’t lie to you – these aren’t an easy invisible fix. In fact, ground-mounted panels are significantly more of an eyesore on the surface. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">But, for homeowners with a lot of land and the ability to tuck this addition away in a corner, ground-mounting can keep solar panels out of sight and out of mind. You certainly won’t risk everyone being able to see the impact solar panels have on your property itself. Ground-mounted solar panels that you can hide away also have the benefit of being generally more efficient thanks to a variety of installation options that roof installations don’t have. Do note, though, that you will pay around 15-20% more for this option, and will likely require </span><a href="https://www.gov.uk/planning-permission-england-wales" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">planning permission</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> before you can get started. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Solar panels can send your home’s efficiency soaring. Simply make sure that they leave you walking on sunshine by considering these simple ways to make your solar panels look stunning!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">xXx</span></p><div><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-8868739956941449102024-02-25T21:38:00.001+00:002024-02-25T21:38:05.839+00:00The Best Places to Use Vinyl Flooring in Your Home<p><i><span style="color: #444444;">**Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><p>When it comes to enhancing the freshness and style of our
homes, we're always on the lookout for ways to spruce things up. That could be a fresh coat of paint on the walls or maybe even a new piece of furniture, but one key place people forget is the flooring! And let's face it, the flooring takes up a huge portion of any room so freshening up the flooring can make a huge impact in any room, plus it can make it more practical too. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqWr2kmVi6gzPB6w4YMhRlDYmaQLKW-f2vRPF6BKQwAhcRqsiNPjq_D6mValVfjNS92JpBGQQM6IYYbshTWUBYaxPBM5_RHvVsk0WL0T5pdaRhfzfetiIK-kLK1kWWWp8KL1iXoj6llBkA9tjYdSrPeckuehLWy0ao7qeGlGPHcGYa18ZxE3FCvdN8_TGD/s600/Blogs%20-%20600x400%20-%202024-01-26T095519.978.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="600" height="503" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqWr2kmVi6gzPB6w4YMhRlDYmaQLKW-f2vRPF6BKQwAhcRqsiNPjq_D6mValVfjNS92JpBGQQM6IYYbshTWUBYaxPBM5_RHvVsk0WL0T5pdaRhfzfetiIK-kLK1kWWWp8KL1iXoj6llBkA9tjYdSrPeckuehLWy0ao7qeGlGPHcGYa18ZxE3FCvdN8_TGD/w755-h503/Blogs%20-%20600x400%20-%202024-01-26T095519.978.png" width="755" /></a></div><p>One of the latest ways of freshening up flooring is using Vinyl and that's because it has so many benefits including being practical in a family home and coming in lots of different designs! If you're considering vinyl plank flooring and wondering
where to start, let's dive in.<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><b>Why Vinyl?</b></h4><p><a href="https://www.floorbay.co.uk/product-category/quick-step/quickstep-alpha-vinyl/">Quickstep
Alpha Vinyl</a> offers an affordable and easy-to-install option with a wide
variety of styles and tones to choose from meaning most people can find a design that will fit in with the décor they already have. It's an excellent choice for
achieving the freshness and style you desire with a clean, sleek look that suits most rooms in the home. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">It boasts superior moisture resistance and the ability to
perfectly replicate expensive hardwood or stone flooring. This not only makes
it a cost-effective alternative but also allows makes it perfect for familiesd with young children or even pets where spills and mess might be more likely to happen. You can even personalise each room
in your home with different vinyl styles at an affordable price too. </p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><b>Three Distinct Categories</b></h4><p class="MsoNormal">Vinyl flooring options fall into three distinct categories:
plank, tile, and sheet.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><b>Some of the Places you can Lay Vinyl Flooring</b></h4><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Kitchen</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal">Vinyl flooring is highly sought-after for kitchen spaces due
to its high moisture resistance and durability. Spills are easily wiped away
without causing permanent damage to the floor.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Unlike tile and hardwood, vinyl is comfortable underfoot and
offers a bit of cushioning. Added safety is another bonus, as dropped items are
less likely to break on vinyl flooring. While many desire the authentic look of
tile or hardwood in a kitchen, vinyl provides a more practical and fully
replicated alternative.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Bathroom</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal">Given its ability to imitate other flooring types perfectly,
vinyl flooring is an excellent choice for wet areas like bathrooms.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Water-prone areas tend to accumulate the most flooring
repairs, whether it's tile or ceramic. With vinyl, your subfloor is fully
protected thanks to its seamless design. Just make sure not to leave excessive
amounts of water on the surface for prolonged periods as with any flooring. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7BHjqGb_gKklYUsRmrZMxSLJhA8FFLJ9M-hRRhScAOvtY-5kiL6PzZ4opwoCc7R5GnjG0D_h9vYbdXulUQG0Byr9b1X9ZOgpubss4BW9eqpk7sz2ym6tbSZvt7Ipt2yPwuyaguBTad_3HddgM-Mx8aplJDCWTp0GuPR40qroigrPfqDXpVER70lC7IUge/s600/Blogs%20-%20600x400%20-%202024-01-26T095206.179.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="600" height="506" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7BHjqGb_gKklYUsRmrZMxSLJhA8FFLJ9M-hRRhScAOvtY-5kiL6PzZ4opwoCc7R5GnjG0D_h9vYbdXulUQG0Byr9b1X9ZOgpubss4BW9eqpk7sz2ym6tbSZvt7Ipt2yPwuyaguBTad_3HddgM-Mx8aplJDCWTp0GuPR40qroigrPfqDXpVER70lC7IUge/w761-h506/Blogs%20-%20600x400%20-%202024-01-26T095206.179.png" width="761" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">Additionally, <a href="https://www.floorbay.co.uk/product-category/quick-step/quickstep-alpha-vinyl/">Quickstep
Alpha Vinyl flooring</a> offers superior comfort underfoot compared to ceramic
or porcelain tiles.</p><p class="MsoNormal">With its affordability, durability, and versatile styles,
vinyl flooring is a must-have element in home decor. Upgrade your living spaces
with the timeless appeal and practicality of vinyl plank flooring.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-71431132143027372642024-02-21T21:07:00.006+00:002024-02-21T21:17:42.753+00:00Essential Jewelry Staples for Everyday Wear: A Guide to Timeless Elegance <p><i><span style="color: #444444;"> **Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In the world of fashion, jewellery serves as a powerful means of self-expression, allowing individuals to showcase their unique style and personality. There are different types of jewellery, those that are worn for special occasions and those that we wear every day. Perhaps for sentimental reasons or maybe just to accessorise our clothing choices. You could even try stacking jewellery using things like <a href="https://auratenewyork.com/collections/dainty-stackable-gold-rings" target="_blank">stackable gold rings</a> for a more prominent and unique look. </span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMboaFLAc7cjtQKXH-FL0KYpPNNc0Zn4qfrl5Ayv10qrY3pqoj8QQOJph5XBC94m6Ejg1dYUF_xhPCEiOO3LPIAbg7ekqHI4km_ImlfdlaKsOdFqnnTY2WawI9HDr7wovC5mJUBXQXDBWAqB9UzUjBuP7rC3zhGuaFqx5bqtl9aFFxnT4XIJHDCAncMgol/s1200/Aurate_Early_Black_Friday-18kira_long_2_v33_1200x_02765efb-b892-4969-a086-7443fd3e6867_1200x.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1200" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMboaFLAc7cjtQKXH-FL0KYpPNNc0Zn4qfrl5Ayv10qrY3pqoj8QQOJph5XBC94m6Ejg1dYUF_xhPCEiOO3LPIAbg7ekqHI4km_ImlfdlaKsOdFqnnTY2WawI9HDr7wovC5mJUBXQXDBWAqB9UzUjBuP7rC3zhGuaFqx5bqtl9aFFxnT4XIJHDCAncMgol/w744-h372/Aurate_Early_Black_Friday-18kira_long_2_v33_1200x_02765efb-b892-4969-a086-7443fd3e6867_1200x.webp" width="744" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For those seeking a collection that effortlessly complements everyday outfits, we've curated a list of timeless jewellery staples perfect for daily wear. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">From classic pieces to modern trends, this guide will help you build a versatile jewellery collection that stands the test of time.</span></p></span><p></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Stud Earrings:</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lots of people have their ears pierced but totally forget to utilise this piercing with their day to day look. A beautiful simple diamond stud earring or silver hoop goes with almost any outfit. You can opt for classic diamond or pearl studs for a touch of sophistication for a look that can be taken from the office to out with friends without any need to change. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Consider versatile metal options like gold or silver for easy pairing with any outfit and comfort for your ears if wearing daily. </span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Layered Necklaces: </span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Layering is a great technique to showcase your style while dressing up a plain outfit. It can also be a great way to add some colour or sparkle to an outfit too. Invest in delicate, layered necklaces for an effortlessly chic look. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Mix and match lengths and styles to create a customized and dynamic effect.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Stacking Rings:</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Wearing rings can be tricky as wearing one or two rings can often be mistaken as a wedding or engagement band. However stacking several simple rings is a fun, versatile to wear rings whilst keeping it fun and simple. You could opt for all gold, all silver or a mixture of both, in fact you could even stack rings with different <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2022/01/sustainable-gemstone-jewellery-from.html" target="_blank">colour gemstones</a> together if you want too. ,Stacking any jewellery is a perfect way to let your personality shine. </p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Classic Watch:</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wearing a watch is both practical and looks great. If you wear a watch every day it can be wise to invest in a high-quality, timeless watch that complements your style. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Choose something simple that fits your wrist well (there is no point have a big bulky watch if you have delicate and small hands etc). It can also be wise to choose a watch with classic or neutral tones for versatility, or opt for a metal strap for a more elegant touch.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Minimalist Pendant Necklace:</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A necklace is probably the most day-to-day worn jewellery and is often a sentimental or meaningful <a href="https://thejewelryforum.com/why-is-jewelry-so-important/" target="_blank">piece of jewellery</a>. People will often wear necklaces with special names, <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2019/10/beautiful-gemstone-jewellery-from.html" target="_blank">diamond or birthstones</a> in or perhaps even a necklace that holds a wedding ring for those in professions where wearing a ring isn't possible. A simple pendant necklace adds a subtle touch of elegance to any outfit and can hold lots of sentimental meaning too. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Choose a symbol or charm that holds personal significance for a meaningful accessory.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Cuff Bracelet: </span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you are looking for a piece of jewellery that will stand out and pack a punch when it comes to getting noticed a standout chunky cuff bracelet can make a real statement. A stylish cuff bracelet can elevate your look without being overly ornate or delicate. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Opt for a design that complements your personal style, whether it's modern or bohemian.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Anklet:</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you plan on wearing a dress or skirt (anything that will show off your lower leg), then an anklet can be a great way to accessorise. Embrace the resurgence of anklets for a playful and on-trend accessory. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Select a dainty chain or incorporate subtle charms for a touch of femininity.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;">Personalized Jewellery:</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Keeping your look simple if key for a day to day look and if you are wanting to keep your jewellery down to just one or two pieces, customised or personalised jewellery if the way to go. Not only will the pieces hold special value to you but you will want to wear them every day to keep them close to you anyway. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Consider incorporating personalised pieces, such as initials, ashes or birthstones, to make your collection uniquely yours.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">By carefully selecting these essential jewellery pieces, you can effortlessly elevate your everyday style in the UK. Whether you're heading to the office, running errands, or enjoying a night out, these timeless staples will ensure you radiate confidence and sophistication with every outfit.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0d0d0d; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-9586214227919561072024-02-20T09:25:00.003+00:002024-02-20T09:25:34.712+00:00Guide to Chakra Balancing: Aligning and Balancing the Body's Energy Centres<p><i><span style="color: #444444;">**Collaborative Post**</span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chakras are energy centres
along the spine that travel from the base to the crown of the head. They have
the power to influence physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being and
correspond to major nerve bundles and organs. The health of chakras depends on
the unobstructed flow of energies. When chakras are out of balance, physical
and emotional ailments may manifest.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsnsXNJSlD1qdZWar54Ia0O86K7yZ3NSJGS1etcHq5c6kA5jkUcq0nw7fwbX1LS3RlzncyIelPP7IdNiFbTHmQKRz30TepaAsdnF5QsP660ZORVp354_5_6kUWkX4BRyjd9XeuPNqqM0oeWIcYT5yYCPgGqRojWaEIXT9ZQguce7cIa-ae8eVPgOHgAii5/s5521/sarah-brown-cVt0u781VGo-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3767" data-original-width="5521" height="516" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsnsXNJSlD1qdZWar54Ia0O86K7yZ3NSJGS1etcHq5c6kA5jkUcq0nw7fwbX1LS3RlzncyIelPP7IdNiFbTHmQKRz30TepaAsdnF5QsP660ZORVp354_5_6kUWkX4BRyjd9XeuPNqqM0oeWIcYT5yYCPgGqRojWaEIXT9ZQguce7cIa-ae8eVPgOHgAii5/w757-h516/sarah-brown-cVt0u781VGo-unsplash.jpg" width="757" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><a href="https://www.californiapsychics.com/psychics/crystals-psychics" style="font-family: inherit;">Psychic
readings with crystals</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> can help you identify trouble with your chakras, but
you can use other tools and methods to ensure positive energy flow. Chakra
balancing is also an effective method for restoring harmony in your system.<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><h4 style="margin-bottom: 10pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">What Is Chakra Balancing?</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">From </span><a href="https://www.californiapsychics.com/psychics/pendulum-psychics" style="font-family: inherit;">pendulum
psychic readings</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> to yoga and meditation, chakra balancing is a
multidiscipline approach to restoring harmony and promoting optimal energy flow
within the chakra system. It aims to clear blockages and remove imbalances
within the energy centre.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chakra balancing has its roots
in Eastern healing traditions that view the body as a holistic entity where
spiritual, physical, and mental aspects are interconnected. When the chakras
are balanced, the life force or prana can flow freely, improving mental
clarity, emotional stability, physical health, and overall well-being.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A person may experience several
symptoms with chakra imbalances, such as fatigue, unexplained aches and pains,
and digestive issues. The imbalances can cause mood swings and anxiety.
Thankfully, there are several things you can do to rebalance your chakras.</span></p><h4 style="margin-bottom: 10pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Daily Practices to Balance Chakras</span></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can develop daily routines
to rebalance and maintain balance in the chakra system. These routines may
include activities like yoga, meditation, crystals, or </span><a href="https://www.californiapsychics.com/psychics/clairsentient-psychics" style="font-family: inherit;">clairsentient
psychic readings</a><span style="font-family: inherit;">. Yoga is especially helpful for rebalancing chakras. For
example, the mountain and warrior poses can help balance the root chakra,
Muladhara, while the triangle and goddess pose can realign the sacral chakra,
Svadhisthana.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Meditation can also help create
calmness and bring energy to specific chakras. Breathing exercises are
straightforward and easy for beginners. You can use box breathing as an
introduction to meditation. You want to inhale slowly through the nose and count
to four. Hold your breath for another four seconds before slowly exhaling for
another four seconds. Repeat the steps until you feel calm and centered.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Crystals can help with chakra
balancing because they have stable, intrinsic energy frequencies. Each crystal
type vibrates at a specific rate, depending on its composition and structure.
Chakra theory suggests that each chakra also resonates at a particular
frequency. The crystals for each chakra are as follows:</span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->The root chakra is red (jasper, garnet, black
tourmaline)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->The sacral chakra is orange (carnelian, citrine,
orange calcite)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Solar plexus chakra is yellow (yellow jasper,
tiger's eye, citrine)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->The heart chakra is green or pink (rose quartz,
aventurine, malachite)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->The throat chakra is blue (lapis lazuli,
sodalite, blue lace agate)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->The third eye chakra is indigo (amethyst,
sodalite, lapis lazuli)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->The crown chakra is violet or white (clear
quartz, amethyst, selenite)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfRPaLHRBzp8rtTVRIq-2VEZqPFGwaPaaeaS2It8nR81mDdGC0O7eVyDG72Jv7mVxhhQ73pq2w697-JKrE2AZimuNjZ6jWeZj5mjTf5HflfH867DOvY-O5edIllY1AcJ2wJCYYnzOPL1TdcgDrNWIDgw82_A0QUQ3bdmf82YEj1_P3HMledyRzvJQ_67lQ/s4752/esther-verdu-G3ttEY6r7J0-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3168" data-original-width="4752" height="501" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfRPaLHRBzp8rtTVRIq-2VEZqPFGwaPaaeaS2It8nR81mDdGC0O7eVyDG72Jv7mVxhhQ73pq2w697-JKrE2AZimuNjZ6jWeZj5mjTf5HflfH867DOvY-O5edIllY1AcJ2wJCYYnzOPL1TdcgDrNWIDgw82_A0QUQ3bdmf82YEj1_P3HMledyRzvJQ_67lQ/w753-h501/esther-verdu-G3ttEY6r7J0-unsplash.jpg" width="753" /></a></div><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt; margin-left: 21.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chakra balancing requires
consistency and openness. If you want to learn more about chakras and
balancing, consult a local professional. Also, try some of the techniques
listed here.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-27105559079836049812024-02-12T21:54:00.002+00:002024-02-12T21:54:25.802+00:00How to Utilise Your Garden as a Homeowner <p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: inherit;"><i> **Collaborative Post**</i></span></p><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Are you a homeowner who never makes use of their garden? Or perhaps you want to utilise the space a little better to get better use from it? Having a good garden is such a great thing to have as a part of your home and you should take advantage of it! Having a garden is something unique and in some places even a luxury!. Not everyone is lucky enough to have a garden or a private outdoor space of their own. This is why it is so important to really utilise and use the space if you can, whether it's raining or sunny, you can use your garden in any weather with the right advice and work. </span></span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCcqkmZxa-NTxlfbc5TtE6hv4UfFIPkfJEsOCqyxEbCgxmyWMTn6m8FrZym2ayGAEqZY11j6hW85H1l9J2baOVFirIISI76vvDkMk_gFT1YQSceWP4WKEbtT4imU8q-lB5HAlWVqNTZ7H-Uw126jlsONmrZO1hNNOUd4zDhDPzq_gpXGl7WV1eUJVHegf9/s5760/tile-merchant-ireland-yP02OVtq-Ig-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3840" data-original-width="5760" height="516" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCcqkmZxa-NTxlfbc5TtE6hv4UfFIPkfJEsOCqyxEbCgxmyWMTn6m8FrZym2ayGAEqZY11j6hW85H1l9J2baOVFirIISI76vvDkMk_gFT1YQSceWP4WKEbtT4imU8q-lB5HAlWVqNTZ7H-Uw126jlsONmrZO1hNNOUd4zDhDPzq_gpXGl7WV1eUJVHegf9/w775-h516/tile-merchant-ireland-yP02OVtq-Ig-unsplash.jpg" width="775" /></a></b></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">It is great to make the </span><a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2023/07/how-to-make-your-garden-extension-of.html" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline;">garden an extension of your home</span></a><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">. It helps you spend more time out there and make better use of the space. </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Using this guide, you can discover the best ways to make better use of your garden at home.<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a></span><p></p></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Know Your Space and Limitations</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Get started on your gardening adventure by evaluating your site and constraints. What is your sun exposure? What is the soil and water like where you want to garden? Are there any physical constraints, such as the inability to build or county regulations, hamper what you can do? Knowing your space and limitations will help you maximize opportunities and minimize the challenges.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Design with Purpose</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Infuse your personality and style into a garden that both delights and serves you. What do you want to do in your outdoor space? Eat, play, or relax? Is it a space for adults, children, or the dog? Consider the way you live and the needs of your family. Stretch your imagination with layout - think vertical, raised beds, hanging planters—to use all the space and create interest. How about comfy seating areas, outdoor rooms, paths to wander built with </span><a href="https://www.londonstone.co.uk/porcelain-paving/premium-italian/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">porcelain slabs</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, and something that signifies the ‘middle of the garden’ for the overall atmosphere?</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Learning From Others</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Experience the power of collective understanding and motivation by connecting with your grassroots community across geographic and social lines. Join local gardening clubs, attend workshops and tours, and participate in community gardening initiatives. Shared knowledge and shared resources make the process of learning to garden so much easier and more enjoyable. Get to know your fellow enthusiasts from around the corner or around the world, learn from their insight and experience, and then share your own.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Develop a Gardener's Mindset</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Develop a mindset of curiosity, resilience, and mindfulness as you create your garden and pay attention to the wonders of nature. You can get </span><a href="https://www.mindmatterstraining.co.uk/joy-gardening-embrace-outdoor-space-maximise-wellbeing/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">more joy from gardening</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> if you acknowledge that gardening is by nature uncertain and view obstacles as an occasion to learn and grow. Celebrate nature's irregular pattern and jump into the repetition of the seasons. As you observe life, grow from a seed to a plant to a harvest, and enjoy the pure bliss of cultivating growth.</span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Construct a Wildlife Habitat</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Promote biodiversity by creating a wildlife habitat from which indigenous critters can draw sustenance within your backyard. Supplement this particular endeavour by way of installing portrayals such as bird feeders, bird baths, and bug innkeepers to attract. This will help to maintain beneficial insects, birds, or other varieties of individual wildlife. For exponential benefits, devote your personal choice of selection to indigenous flora that furnish either sustenance, shelter, or reposeful venues for local animals.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">xXx</span></p><div><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-11115411715598150512024-02-12T16:19:00.003+00:002024-02-12T16:19:55.690+00:005 Tips for Child Safety when Decorating the House<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="color: #444444;"> **Collaborative Post**</span></i><br /></span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Spring is almost here, and there is something about the spring air or maybe it is the sight of the sun for the first time in months, that gives us that extra little spring in our step. For some people that means a big sort out and spring clean, for others that might mean refreshing their </span></span><span style="color: #0e101a;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">décor</span></span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"> and decorating the house. Whatever it is for you, now could be an excellent time to make plans for DIY projects at home. But with a house full of family, child safety when decorating and getting around to tasks is essential for getting the job done with minimal stress and no injuries or accidents! </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFCEl1n7QNc3-HcrFyMZqrtZIy4G9Cypb4HF0TqzlxbqNG7q0-ohGcvaP7VJwxE_W17n3q4h3-9OVBG9vSJMkiYKwJ5-7vX_X8WU4U9UV1epU-7WJ87MwQ133sUMylVB1PxN9UZ43roGi6g9Fx5b11RtGMZ2_XOXUBF0B_HrX60qw23sAFe_OPeLVC_pUu/s5184/roselyn-tirado-cqAX2wlK-Yw-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="5184" height="516" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFCEl1n7QNc3-HcrFyMZqrtZIy4G9Cypb4HF0TqzlxbqNG7q0-ohGcvaP7VJwxE_W17n3q4h3-9OVBG9vSJMkiYKwJ5-7vX_X8WU4U9UV1epU-7WJ87MwQ133sUMylVB1PxN9UZ43roGi6g9Fx5b11RtGMZ2_XOXUBF0B_HrX60qw23sAFe_OPeLVC_pUu/w775-h516/roselyn-tirado-cqAX2wlK-Yw-unsplash.jpg" width="775" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">From protecting against toxins to keeping the place hazard-free, here are some tips to help you get those home DIY projects done safely around your family. </span></p></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span></span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Get the Best Equipment Available</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">You might find it expensive when doing DIY, but some things are more pricier for a reason. Often, the quality of something determines its cost. When it comes to a DIY project, this can be vital, as lower-cost equipment and tools can be hazardous. Getting the right tools and top brands from stores such as </span><a href="https://www.hss.com/buy/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">HSS Buy</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> means you can remove some of the danger. There are always great mid-range options that don't cost too much because they aren't at an expert level.</span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Protect Against Harmful Substances</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">There are many hazards when decorating your home. Some of them are harmful substances. These are dangerous in their own right, but you may not even know that they are there until it's too late. These include lead, volatile organic compounds, and asbestos. The first two are found in old paint, especially paint from the 1970's. It is also illegal to disturb these paints without a license. Further to these, there could also be airborne allergens when you do some DIY tasks.</span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Create a Space for Child Safety when Decorating</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">It's not always easy, but it is a massive help to create a safe space for the kids separate from the working area. Kids can get in the way and cause a tripping hazard. But they can also grab dangerous items. In the UK, there were around 4,800 hospital trips because of power tools and </span><a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2023/02/expert-tips-for-quicker-diy-makeovers.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">DIY</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> items. And some of these were children. It is helpful to section off a part of the house where the kids can go about their day in safety as you get to work on your renovation project.</span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Clean Up Mess as You Go</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Being careful as you go is one of the most powerful ways of maintaining safety. This goes for you and the kids. A messy work area invites trips, slips, and falls. But for kids, especially younger ones, they may be inclined to put harmful things in their mouths and play with dangerous items. All it really takes is a few trash bags and a safe area to store rubbish while you work. It helps to also only have what you need in the room and at reach at any given time.</span></p><h4 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Don't Forget to Ventilate</span></h4><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Alongside hazards such as lead and VOCs, there will likely be a lot of allergens in the air when you are decorating. This includes dust that becomes loose as you clean neglected areas or sand down surfaces. But it also includes paint fumes. If you use air conditioning, make sure you change the filter when decorating. You can also hire a </span><a href="https://www.thehandymansdaughter.com/dust-collector-vs-shop-vac/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">dust extractor</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> from a local DIY store to pull in extra contaminants, as you also open up all the windows in the house for fresh air.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">xXx</span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-2321141910699892202024-02-11T17:00:00.001+00:002024-02-12T22:31:49.011+00:00Are You Ready for Another Child? 3 Things to Consider...<p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><i>**Collaborative Post**</i></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Having a baby is a huge decision whether it is your first, second, or fifth! It can be a daunting decision to make as often lots of things will change and there are lots of things to consider too, all of which should of course be discussed with your partner. Perhaps you have mixed feelings about wanting a second child? If so then you need to carefully work through the way that you feel so you can make sure that you are making the best decision for both you and your family.</span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWFEnmNxRmAdmZ8r0N2zafk7dtM36-sT1d_aVyVG-9rE2N11UF8MZ208HMpDJ1oQuFTP6D8TtYqUvAC7fWSC8jLFj9uLquSjIV7WCHzn4njzTrOhevkV4RcqkeBVFXXgI7CmqvdiERTNfdlNdrZxFPFYm-t_zlZa7Ru3r7iLarPG5FdrstkGHhgAPuxS_E/s5760/travis-grossen-zduBtIqdLls-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3840" data-original-width="5760" height="505" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWFEnmNxRmAdmZ8r0N2zafk7dtM36-sT1d_aVyVG-9rE2N11UF8MZ208HMpDJ1oQuFTP6D8TtYqUvAC7fWSC8jLFj9uLquSjIV7WCHzn4njzTrOhevkV4RcqkeBVFXXgI7CmqvdiERTNfdlNdrZxFPFYm-t_zlZa7Ru3r7iLarPG5FdrstkGHhgAPuxS_E/w759-h505/travis-grossen-zduBtIqdLls-unsplash.jpg" width="759" /></a></div><p>Making the decision about having another baby is not something that can be rushed and there are lots of things to consider. Of course, there are the practical and financial side of things to think about, but there are also a few questions you need to ask yourself (and your partner) first, here are 3 things to consider when thinking about having another baby. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The Way You Feel</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The first thing you need to do is assess your feelings. Having a baby means you starting all over again. This includes every phase you might have loved, as well as the phases you hated. Even if you have more than one </span><a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2024/02/5-tips-for-child-safety-when-decorating.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">child</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> to take care of, you have to remember that burnout is real. You also have to remember that the newborn stage is gruelling and that when your baby becomes a toddler, things become even more complex. You will also be older now, which in some instances, can make it a little difficult for you to get pregnant. If you feel as though you need some help with your pregnancy then talk with your doctor, and ask your partner if they would like to explore </span><a href="https://gynem.co.uk/blog/how-boost-male-fertility" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">male fertility</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">. </span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The Way Your Partner Feels </span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you have a partner then at times, it may feel as though your </span><a href="https://veritaspsychotherapy.ca/blog/relationship-strain-and-coping-techniques/#:~:text=How%20do%20you%20know%20if,unappreciated%2C%20and%20persistent%20negative%20emotions." style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">relationship is strained</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> and that their head and heart are simply not in the same place as your own. Instead of trying to please your partner, and have them please you, you do need to make sure that you step back from the situation and that you give it a bit of time. Talk to each other about why you would like another child and also go through your reasons. At the end of the day, neither of you should be compromising, so make sure that you are open with each other. If you have to revisit the topic of discussion at a later date then there’s nothing wrong with this, as long as you are being open and honest with each other.</span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 700; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The Way Your Child Feels</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">You also need to think about the way that your child feels. If you have a 7-year old then they may be excited about having another baby around and this is great. At the same time though, they may end up feeling jealous or betrayed. They may feel a mixture of emotions, but either way, you have to make sure that they are comfortable. You need to help them adjust and you also need to give them a lot of support throughout the process. If you can do this then you will be able to help them to come to terms with the whole thing and your family will be happier for it. Make sure that you have plenty of open conversions and make your child feel as though they can come to you at any time. If you can make sure that you do this then you will soon find that it is easier for you to come to terms with the decision you are going to make and whether it is the right one. This is a great way for you to get the help you need. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">xXx</span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-5d07d4da-7fff-c8f2-1ce1-a4ff9eb5c00a"><div><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div></span>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-51238170102842575612024-02-08T20:31:00.001+00:002024-02-08T20:31:04.614+00:00Winter Skincare Essentials: Nurturing Your Skin in the Colder Months<p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">As the winter season unfolds, the rise and drops in temperature brings about a myriad of changes, and our skin is often the first to feel the effects off all these changes in temperature. The combination of cold, dry air outside and heated indoor environments can wreak havoc on our skin, leading to dryness, flakiness, and even irritation. However, there are ways you can help your skin deal with this and that is with a thoughtful and consistent <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2023/08/upgrading-my-skincare-regime-with.html" target="_blank">skincare routine</a>. Taking the time to care for your skin can help you keep your skin healthy, hydrated, and radiant throughout the winter months. </span></span></p><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgUJaoK71FaUVwtjja-efMTPmVH7sbHb2DXYgq81wM2A-GbyFxITNtUUlzITTeV2hJGovP0FFKxylA0d9HAubhEjZQYd9Rw5E0cDmvy9_3Qe8mmiWSnhfzNA1Gkfx1BvMUMBKIuLwhZLlBPWsHbHysFLNZUx5M8wP74fO1UawsIlRes47tZ9tnRIZ9x0Y6/s3008/kimia-zarifi-x4J_92kJBoY-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="3008" height="510" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgUJaoK71FaUVwtjja-efMTPmVH7sbHb2DXYgq81wM2A-GbyFxITNtUUlzITTeV2hJGovP0FFKxylA0d9HAubhEjZQYd9Rw5E0cDmvy9_3Qe8mmiWSnhfzNA1Gkfx1BvMUMBKIuLwhZLlBPWsHbHysFLNZUx5M8wP74fO1UawsIlRes47tZ9tnRIZ9x0Y6/w766-h510/kimia-zarifi-x4J_92kJBoY-unsplash.jpg" width="766" /></a></span></div><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">In this blog post, we'll explore essential tips and products to help you care for your skin during the winter.<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a></span><p></p></span><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hydration is Key:</span></span></h4><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The cold weather can play havoc with our skin, especially when on exposed areas such as our face and hands, the cold weather strips the skin of its natural moisture, leaving it dry and dull. To combat this, make hydration a top priority in your skincare routine. Choose a nourishing, hydrating cleanser that doesn't strip your skin of essential oils. Additionally, incorporate a rich moisturizer containing ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerine, and shea butter to lock in moisture and provide a protective barrier against the harsh elements. It can be a good idea to use both a day and night moisturiser too as a night time moisturiser tends to be a lot thicker and therefore really helps hydrate the skin whilst you sleep.</span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Gentle Exfoliation:</span></span></h4><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Exfoliation is crucial in the winter to slough off dead skin cells and promote cell turnover just make sure that you are applying a good moisturiser after or this can actually make your skin more dry. Opt for a gentle exfoliator with ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) or beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) to reveal smoother, brighter skin. However, be mindful not to over-exfoliate, as this can exacerbate dryness. Aim to exfoliate 1-2 times per week.</span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sunscreen, Even in Winter:</span></span></h4><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sunscreen is not just for summer! Don't let the colder temperatures fool you – UV rays are still present, in fact snow can reflect sunlight, intensifying exposure making UV protection super important even in snowy conditions. To protect your skin apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every morning, even on cloudy days. This helps protect your skin from sun damage and premature aging.</span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lip Care:</span></span></h4><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The delicate skin on your lips is one of the areas that is more particularly susceptible to chapping and cracking in the winter and when this happens they become very sore. Keep your lips moisturised by using a hydrating lip balm with ingredients like beeswax, shea butter, and vitamin E. Apply it regularly throughout the day to maintain soft, supple lips.</span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Serums for Extra Nourishment:</span></span></h4><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Serums are great for really treating our skin to what it needs and can be perfect for locking in that moisture in winter. Consider incorporating a hydrating serum into your routine. Serums packed with ingredients like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2021/08/this-is-your-skin-on-retinoids-anti.html" target="_blank">antioxidants </a>can provide an extra layer of nourishment, helping to combat the effects of winter on your skin.</span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Stay Hydrated from Within:</span></span></h4><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">One of the most simple yet effective ways we can look after our skin all year round is of course staying hydrated! Remember to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day as this helps to maintain your skin's natural moisture balance and promotes overall skin health. It can also help combat dehydration lines that can appear on skin. </span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Protective Clothing:</span></span></h4><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">When heading outdoors, cover exposed skin with warm clothing to shield it from the cold wind and prevent moisture loss. Remember to wear gloves to protect your hands, which are often prone to dryness. You could also use a scarf to protect your neck and some of your face and a hat to keep your ears warm (these are always the first bit of me to get cold!). Layers are your friend in winter! </span></span></p><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwSsRXLDlKBD6-VHlqgh0HljD7JdO44dVTjUjKI58jMjvOeQjqoG7tzBgszXbf36VyYYlQG5yRrILvRK3YEOLWBsyR7XEub8iZyxB83byQhRPGIZ-L3t3miBVLgTjNLCzfu9tkL7ojKatsvnyXNEhu4X8l7iWFCVwUbUsPSOpHdSdYhIa-tyDY0wHGY-Ya/s6000/content-pixie-TxBQ7yLj6JU-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" height="503" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwSsRXLDlKBD6-VHlqgh0HljD7JdO44dVTjUjKI58jMjvOeQjqoG7tzBgszXbf36VyYYlQG5yRrILvRK3YEOLWBsyR7XEub8iZyxB83byQhRPGIZ-L3t3miBVLgTjNLCzfu9tkL7ojKatsvnyXNEhu4X8l7iWFCVwUbUsPSOpHdSdYhIa-tyDY0wHGY-Ya/w756-h503/content-pixie-TxBQ7yLj6JU-unsplash.jpg" width="756" /></a></span></div><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Caring for your skin during the winter requires a consistent approach, including proper hydration, gentle exfoliation, sun protection, and consistent use of nourishing products. By following these winter skincare tips, you can maintain a healthy and radiant complexion despite the challenges posed by the colder months. Remember, a little extra care goes a long way in keeping your skin happy and glowing all winter long.</span></p></span></span><p></p><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-23052301799971766392024-02-02T13:23:00.001+00:002024-02-04T20:50:53.599+00:00 Outdoor Adventures: Where Growth and Fun Converge <p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="color: #444444;">**Collaborative Post**</span></i></span></p><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{170}" paraid="1405214797" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">In the grand tapestry of life, few threads are as vibrantly interwoven as those of growth and fun, especially when painted against the backdrop of the great outdoors. Venturing outside, whether </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">it's</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a backyard escapade or a journey into the wild unknown, offers an unparalleled canvas for personal development and joyous experiences. </span></span></span></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{170}" paraid="1405214797" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; 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background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" color="windowtext" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Let's take a look at </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" color="windowtext" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">how outdoor adventures can be the perfect setting for growth and fun to merge into unforgettable experiences.<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{170}" paraid="1405214797" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" color="windowtext" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><br /></span></p></span><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">The Call of the Wild: Embracing Nature's Playground</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></h4><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{170}" paraid="1405214797" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Nature is the world's oldest playground, offering an endless array of activities that beckon adventurers of all ages. From the majestic mountains to the tranquil beaches, the great outdoors invites us to challenge ourselves, learn new skills, and, most importantly, have a blast while doing it. Hiking, camping, kayaking, and cycling are just a few ways to immerse yourself in nature's wonders, each activity </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">providing</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> unique opportunities for personal growth and fun.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; 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font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">The Joy of Learning: Outdoor Skills for Life</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{207}" paraid="1455024899" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Outdoor adventures </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">aren't</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">just about the</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> adrenaline rush; </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">they're</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> also about the invaluable skills you </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">acquire</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> along the way. Navigation, survival techniques, environmental stewardship, and teamwork are all lessons best learned under the open sky. These skills not only prepare you for </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">future adventures but also </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">instil</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a sense of confidence and self-reliance that transcends outdoor activities and applies to daily life.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; 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-webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> with outdoor adventures, but they offer a unique blend of fun and fitness that </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">can't</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> be overlooked. Trampolining is a joyful way to improve coordination, balance, and strength. Whether </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">it's</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">attempting</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a new flip or simply bouncing around, the act of trampolining can teach perseverance, encourage risk-taking within a safe environment, and offer a fun cardiovascular workout that feels more like play than exercise.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{240}" paraid="251644751" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"></span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{244}" paraid="103235939" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Small Space, Big Fun: The Magic of a 6ft Trampoline</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{8f978f63-ccc0-4b19-9e8d-20769e7beaec}{250}" paraid="721691257" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Not all outdoor adventures require vast wildernesses or towering peaks. A </span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW183603303 BCX8" href="https://www.tptoys.com/collections/6ft-trampolines" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: #0563c1; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">6ft trampoline</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> can transform the smallest of gardens into a thrilling adventure park. Perfect for younger adventurers or those with limited space, these trampolines make it possible to enjoy the benefits of bouncing without needing a large backyard. They prove that adventure and growth opportunities </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">don't</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> need to be grandiose to be impactful; sometimes, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">great joy</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> comes in small packages.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{6}" paraid="1487615379" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"></span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{10}" paraid="993213540" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">The Social Sphere: Building Bonds Through Adventure</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{16}" paraid="933275920" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Outdoor adventures offer a fantastic avenue for strengthening social connections. Group hikes, family camping trips, or a day spent at the park with friends on a trampoline can foster a sense of community and belonging. These experiences allow for the creation of shared memories that can strengthen bonds and teach the importance of teamwork and communication in achieving common goals.</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{22}" paraid="696422758" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"></span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{26}" paraid="286305684" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Facing Fears: The Great Outdoors as a Confidence Builder</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{32}" paraid="1205850392" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">One of the most transformative aspects of outdoor adventures is the opportunity they provide to face and overcome fears. Whether </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">it's</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> the fear of heights, water, or trying something new like backflipping on a trampoline, the outdoors offers a safe and controlled environment to challenge these fears. Overcoming such obstacles not only boosts self-confidence but also provides a profound sense of achievement and empowerment.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{38}" paraid="1885693632" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"></span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{42}" paraid="2099492404" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">The Healing Power of Nature: Wellness and Outdoor Adventures</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{48}" paraid="1578228942" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Beyond the physical benefits, outdoor adventures offer significant mental health benefits. 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padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> Leave No Trace principles ensures that our adventures do not harm the environment and that the natural beauty we enjoy today can be preserved for future generations. Sustainability in outdoor adventures also teaches respect for nature and the importance of conservation, lessons that are vital in today's world.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{72}" paraid="986485211" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh4zcS2cR-Ai_PVpvOd3QSTfQZoYkjIVyZZOOfZjGilgZXFfX68qPhjOh8e6fDclGZ4fsda92Kh90JJCO9QEz4-UkdjLv991DZE0Y7LJqTUYypKKlbir8-UMQoc6lL3s4Y08OqrqwmsL4Mq9VFO7n2egDwlj0s4AXdPhnTNQypYP4DxB-w-p4lfVkO0TgA/s800/playground%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="800" height="742" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh4zcS2cR-Ai_PVpvOd3QSTfQZoYkjIVyZZOOfZjGilgZXFfX68qPhjOh8e6fDclGZ4fsda92Kh90JJCO9QEz4-UkdjLv991DZE0Y7LJqTUYypKKlbir8-UMQoc6lL3s4Y08OqrqwmsL4Mq9VFO7n2egDwlj0s4AXdPhnTNQypYP4DxB-w-p4lfVkO0TgA/w742-h742/playground%202.jpg" width="742" /></a></span></div><p></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{72}" paraid="986485211" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span color="windowtext" style="background-color: transparent; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{87}" paraid="588852920" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Conclusion: The Infinite Playground</span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{93}" paraid="2013630179" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Outdoor adventures serve as a reminder that growth and fun are not mutually exclusive; in fact, they often go hand in hand. Whether scaling a mountain, kayaking down a river, or bouncing on a trampoline, these experiences enrich our lives in myriad ways. They challenge us, teach us, connect us, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">and, above all, remind</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> us of the joy of living. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">So,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">here's</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW183603303 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> to more outdoor adventures, where the call of the wild is always an invitation to grow, laugh, and leap—sometimes, quite literally—into the unknown.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW183603303 BCX8" paraeid="{b33e7578-e552-49d8-bc37-57a94f2ca059}{93}" paraid="2013630179" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="EOP SCXW183603303 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 19.425px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">xXx</span></span></p></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-27377217250375387622024-02-01T21:19:00.001+00:002024-02-06T20:25:07.951+00:00The Ultimate Guide to Unique Wedding Gift Ideas<p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A wedding is a joyous occasion that celebrates the union of two people who are coming together in front of the people they love to declare their love. It is often a very special occasion with lots of family and friends present. Whilst only sometimes expected most people will want to bring along a gift for the new happy couple to celebrate their big day. Sometimes the couple will have a gift registry or suggest a cash gift for their honeymoon but often there are no suggestions or you want to get the couple something really unique and thoughtful, if this is the case, keep reading below.</span></span></p><p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdRSVDgJtqez7ZmZvCJ-U1rBm1SIEFi3bJ6Y1VxMHTzJS5hBIc7UeWmHh3AWgW38_jgO7ipTGs1MWrOX4uZw1Wyb3n_NVCVT4iY_Fx4fUuMOozYLhx6jBnv2F_3PN0bHgkB2rVETjS_qE6MZFWYNi02oYJ_MRrcvooIyt8vP033o-8gRH4jdzBAnZaPjjk/s7952/yomex-owo-gYq4Q0vmwfw-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5304" data-original-width="7952" height="513" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdRSVDgJtqez7ZmZvCJ-U1rBm1SIEFi3bJ6Y1VxMHTzJS5hBIc7UeWmHh3AWgW38_jgO7ipTGs1MWrOX4uZw1Wyb3n_NVCVT4iY_Fx4fUuMOozYLhx6jBnv2F_3PN0bHgkB2rVETjS_qE6MZFWYNi02oYJ_MRrcvooIyt8vP033o-8gRH4jdzBAnZaPjjk/w770-h513/yomex-owo-gYq4Q0vmwfw-unsplash.jpg" width="770" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">While selecting a wedding gift, many seek something beyond the conventional registry items or usual "wedding gifts", aiming to present a gift that represents their love on their big day. In this blog post, we'll explore a list of the best and unique wedding gift ideas that will leave a lasting impression on the newlyweds.<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Customised Artwork:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Consider commissioning a piece of artwork that captures the essence of the couple's love story. This could range from a personalised illustration of their favourite moments such as the day of the proposal, a <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2024/01/10-affordable-at-home-date-night-ideas.html" target="_blank">first date</a>, or another special moment in their relationship, to a custom painting of the venue where they tied the knot or perhaps even their first family home. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Adventure Fund Jar:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This is similar to giving the couple cash but with a fun intended use instead. Encourage the couple to embark on new adventures together with a specially crafted adventure fund jar. They could use it to go on dates or for special occasions etc. If you know lots of the guests you could even pull together and ask guests to contribute money towards the couple's next journey, ensuring they create lasting memories in the early days of their marriage.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Personalised Recipe Book:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Compile a collection of cherished family recipes, including contributions from both sides of the family. Plus you could add a few of your own favourites in there too. Then put all of together to create a personalised recipe book that the couple can use to create delicious meals and continue the tradition of sharing family recipes.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Star Map of Wedding Night Sky:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you are looking for something really unique, how about artwork that is totally unique to the happy couple? Commemorate the celestial alignment on the night of their wedding by gifting a star map. Capture the exact positions of the stars and constellations on their special night, turning it into a beautiful piece of art. This would make a beautiful piece of artwork to hang in a bedroom for example.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Name a Star:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Or how about taking the celestial theme a step further by naming a star after the couple. Present them with a certificate and the coordinates of their named star, symbolizing the everlasting nature of their love. You could use their new married name as the name for the star and the couple will forever be able to look into the sky and see "their" star! </span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Subscription Boxes:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Subscription boxes are a great gift option for those who love trying new things and these can be great for couples to encourage each person to try things the other likes. If you are considering a subscription box or service it is best to opt for subscription boxes tailored to the couple's interests. Whether it's a wine club, book subscription, or a monthly date night box, this gift keeps on giving, providing the couple with regular surprises and shared experiences.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Memory Jar:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you are looking for a more sentimental gift then a memory jar could be the perfect option. Provide the newlyweds with a beautiful jar and slips of paper for recording their special moments throughout the year. You could even get this started by asking those around the couple to write some memories before the wedding to get the jar started. Or you could leave out slips of paper for wedding guests to share their memories with the couple on the day. This thoughtful gift encourages the couple to reflect on and preserve the small, beautiful details of their journey together and will be lovely to look back on in years to come. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Personalised Map Art:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If the newlyweds love to travel, plan to travel, or have found themselves visiting many places together why not choose a personalised map artwork. You could choose a map that holds significance for the couple, whether it's the place where they met, got engaged, or tied the knot. Have it transformed into a piece of personalized map art that will serve as a constant reminder of their unique journey!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Engraved Keepsake Box:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">There is something about engraving or personalising a gift that just makes it feel a little bit more special and that is why a personlised/engraved gift can make a lovely keepsake gift for the happy couple. Gift a stylish keepsake box engraved with the couple's names and wedding dates. This elegant box can be used to store mementos, letters, and other treasures that accumulate throughout their married life.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cooking Class or Experience:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you are already married or in a long-term relationship you will be all too familiar with the idea that cooking is one of the main reasons we fall out. If you are looking for something to help with those dinner time ideas why not invest in a cooking class or unique culinary experience for the couple. This not only provides them with a fun activity to enjoy together but also enhances their culinary skills and creates lasting memories and meals they can enjoy time and time again, this work also pair really well as s gift with the cook book mentioned above.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGsPMNFcea_NR5D5I7FroapOVg9dwTCbD8Ymb5BUHUWqJ0Qf2AH-OAN-LknTGUyEmT7-lWwyMkNVucSeAn1e6eRH1jb-ShALD2HG_vTwlHrmBKlLBq5yH8-3gso7kdRPkS5SLDAO7BgGkK9YeIil_SoCZBeg-2djpui4Zhjamp_9habZJ5MWJ0xFvVRg3O/s5472/wedding-photography-CgR5Ey7LNAE-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3648" data-original-width="5472" height="510" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGsPMNFcea_NR5D5I7FroapOVg9dwTCbD8Ymb5BUHUWqJ0Qf2AH-OAN-LknTGUyEmT7-lWwyMkNVucSeAn1e6eRH1jb-ShALD2HG_vTwlHrmBKlLBq5yH8-3gso7kdRPkS5SLDAO7BgGkK9YeIil_SoCZBeg-2djpui4Zhjamp_9habZJ5MWJ0xFvVRg3O/w766-h510/wedding-photography-CgR5Ey7LNAE-unsplash.jpg" width="766" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Selecting the perfect wedding gift involves thoughtful consideration and a touch of creativity. The ideas presented in this guide aim to go beyond the traditional, offering unique and memorable options that will undoubtedly make the newlyweds' journey even more special. Celebrate their love with a gift that reflects the beauty of their union and creates a lasting impact on their shared life.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">xXx</span></p></span><p></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-57626036862097105862024-01-31T12:43:00.002+00:002024-01-31T12:43:56.209+00:00What are the Differences Between Expensive and Cheap Bed Frames?<p><i><span style="color: #444444;">**Collaborative Post**</span></i></p><p>A bed frame's cost and perceived value boils down to a few key factors: materials and construction quality, brand name recognition, where and how it was produced, and a healthy dose of personal preference. Many people will be led to believe that the more the spend, the better the frame however that isn't always the case! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfqdH4P9js_0XnhM-aCBrbenMPViK0JUJ7Mb832J8M5Bl03KPkub2wzu0_8tC-P7bti69WOZlEidB9PNXFP3-eDXAQST6YEYAbpHYnXbg7Ii2DJMQYVbqkl9ot4-I9exe5IExiNmCOG3YNh-VRFI8ThOIGRIVoj4GKHmLVfuYD1KRYaIwnbdRGrLGdqyz_/s589/Picture1%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="343" data-original-width="589" height="445" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfqdH4P9js_0XnhM-aCBrbenMPViK0JUJ7Mb832J8M5Bl03KPkub2wzu0_8tC-P7bti69WOZlEidB9PNXFP3-eDXAQST6YEYAbpHYnXbg7Ii2DJMQYVbqkl9ot4-I9exe5IExiNmCOG3YNh-VRFI8ThOIGRIVoj4GKHmLVfuYD1KRYaIwnbdRGrLGdqyz_/w765-h445/Picture1%20(1).png" width="765" /></a></div><p>A costlier frame isn't necessarily higher quality, while a cheaper option may be just as durable and comfortable. Ultimately you have to choose a frame (and mattress) that suits your style and needs, regardless of the price.<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Quality of Materials & Craftsmanship</h3><p>The materials and construction quality used for a bed frame significantly influence its durability and lifespan.</p><p>Cheaper bed frames use lower-grade wood, metal alloys, and other materials that may be more prone to breaking down or deforming over time.</p><p>Expensive bed frames use hardwood or steel designed to support more weight and last for decades. High-end brands also employ master craftsmen for finer attention to detail, such as making joint connections that won't loosen easily. These superior materials and artisanal touches justify some added costs for a long-term investment.</p><p><a href="https://www.bedstar.co.uk/beds/fabric-beds" target="_blank">Upholstered beds</a> offer the most notable quality difference, with more expensive velvets, linens, and faux leathers being nicer to touch. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3YLL_Dyehv8CLhr47NA1HQFNmagJPW1MtZoPvlMMfXcZFG8KyeI3cahRWfBb_cRHJpjpDm1aOd9mhNN7KHtpfenLujRIsjTCQNAsiqaik8Q2kbUs9rUuUUDog5g58iZRzHsT3cGM-o6-ntZ4Z1YuuMG_opPT13YwRGTFEk_Nl9Age0B8Rr49NasnTn_Vm/s599/Picture2%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="449" data-original-width="599" height="563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3YLL_Dyehv8CLhr47NA1HQFNmagJPW1MtZoPvlMMfXcZFG8KyeI3cahRWfBb_cRHJpjpDm1aOd9mhNN7KHtpfenLujRIsjTCQNAsiqaik8Q2kbUs9rUuUUDog5g58iZRzHsT3cGM-o6-ntZ4Z1YuuMG_opPT13YwRGTFEk_Nl9Age0B8Rr49NasnTn_Vm/w751-h563/Picture2%20(1).png" width="751" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><u><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Pictured: Boutique Forest Green Ottoman Bed. (Available from Bedstar priced £449.</span></i></u>)</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Brand Name & Reputation</h3><p>Sometimes, the price differential between a basic bed frame and a luxury version comes down to the brand name or designer. Big names like Tempur-Pedic or high-fashion collaborations with top interior designers allow companies to charge a premium.</p><p>Customers associate these well-known brands with prestige, trendiness, and status. Yet the functionality and underlying quality may be comparable to a no-name frame that's hundreds less. Simply put, buyers partially pay for the logo or signature style elements that lack any concrete value outside of the perception of exclusivity.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Locally Made Products</h3><p>Another factor that pushes up bed frame pricing is local manufacturing. Bed frames built domestically in countries like Britain, Italy, Canada, or America inevitably cost more than imports from China and other regions with cheaper labour and resources.</p><p>Skilled craftsmen in industrialised nations earn higher wages that translate to retail markups. For consumers who want to support domestic jobs and economies, a "Made in the UK" label could justify spending more on a bed frame.</p><p>Although the construction process for imported and locally made frames may be similar, shoppers sometimes pay a premium for local products.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJGaEYOSvO-tq_2_KS3rvAIH3tZStpcD_EKjvpkuLDRRODOnyCXF70hrdPMe-45jLoX9qC51GuGjhE4XDT3hwB_6qn3Tfpv49jUP_qZy5XzPC9x1-0w__hFxECfyP8bMl6J6kUNJi9S5Aad9tTcWzmOhr8CrYJ_PyWvv6vjQU8bB6m9onKsXcBFpUWEV_O/s589/Picture3%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="442" data-original-width="589" height="556" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJGaEYOSvO-tq_2_KS3rvAIH3tZStpcD_EKjvpkuLDRRODOnyCXF70hrdPMe-45jLoX9qC51GuGjhE4XDT3hwB_6qn3Tfpv49jUP_qZy5XzPC9x1-0w__hFxECfyP8bMl6J6kUNJi9S5Aad9tTcWzmOhr8CrYJ_PyWvv6vjQU8bB6m9onKsXcBFpUWEV_O/w741-h556/Picture3%20(1).png" width="741" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Pictured: Sleepeezee Perfectly British Mayfair 3200 Spring Double Divan Bed (Available from Bedstar. Priced £1299)</span></i></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Subjective Value of High-End Design</h3><p>Ultimately, purchasing decisions depend on the value the buyer ascribes to a product. One shopper may perceive a £1,000 solid oak <a href="https://www.bedstar.co.uk/beds" target="_blank">bed frame</a> as too much money, while another might deem a £5,000 artisanal frame as great value. </p><p>The worth comes down to individual taste, budget, and needs. A lavish Italian-made bed offers bragging rights that lower-priced alternatives can't provide, even if both beds function similarly.</p><p>For less affluent consumers or those indifferent to flashy labels, blowing the budget on a luxury bed frame makes little sense when an inexpensive one meets their basic requirements just fine.</p><p>In this way, "quality" becomes highly subjective rather than reflecting a unanimous consensus on what makes one bed superior to another.</p><p>The range of bed frames available at different price points empowers shoppers at all budgets. However, buyers should dig deeper than price tags to ascertain real differences in construction, materials, and origin of manufacturing.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlwwlecLt_HHT7xhVeMKSlTsY9pdzWS-muF3OJoh0KyEHq3kLtNSyWVQQGthGzo6tiXc_x-qwWLZyK37LXa6T0QONt3COCCu7upYHJHfNfT3EQgep2udOPynqfP8paojdotZXP_M28Cfl8yYWy3jOIA3xheo0tSXavyJFch_kPNZRAeKK5sO6VU9CQySyq/s587/Picture4%20(2).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="440" data-original-width="587" height="560" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlwwlecLt_HHT7xhVeMKSlTsY9pdzWS-muF3OJoh0KyEHq3kLtNSyWVQQGthGzo6tiXc_x-qwWLZyK37LXa6T0QONt3COCCu7upYHJHfNfT3EQgep2udOPynqfP8paojdotZXP_M28Cfl8yYWy3jOIA3xheo0tSXavyJFch_kPNZRAeKK5sO6VU9CQySyq/w747-h560/Picture4%20(2).png" width="747" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Pictured: Silentnight Geltex 3000 Affluent Divan Bed (Available from Bedstar. Priced £1157)</span></i></p><p>In some instances, high prices mainly buy reputable branding rather than measurable upgrades in quality or longevity.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Summing Up</h3><p>Being an informed consumer allows you to determine whether investing in certain added features and finishing touches is worth it. </p><p>Prioritising your needs and wants will guide you toward the sweet spot between cost and value that only you can define.</p><p>Most people do fine with a bed frame under £500 or even £300 for a single, while others want to spend more for better quality, or at least perceived quality. Others fall in love with a certain fabric or look and must have it. What camp do you fall into?</p><div><br /></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-33883740544598199522024-01-28T20:48:00.007+00:002024-01-28T20:56:12.700+00:0010 Affordable At-Home Date Night Ideas to Ignite Romance on a Budget<p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">When you first meet someone new date nights are a fun and romantic way to get to know someone and are the perfect way to spend time together as a couple. However, as time passes life can become busy and in between work and other commitments we all have it can be hard to find time for things like date nights in an established relationship. They can seem like too much hassle, too expensive, or just not a priority, but it is important to find time to spend together as a couple to ensure your relationship stays strong and keeps that spark alive. The great thing is date nights don't have to be for just <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2024/01/love-at-home-5-heart-warming-ways-to.html">Valentine's day</a>, neither do they need to be big and fancy, or cost much either! </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-9gxLcx5-VcHJ-BdON08uAetw5f4PAzwLd3eJpSAIGzldFBeYNV39Y7N5pSzxOsQMjcYOuxopsZpWbrDpdDKQ3ehkic9F22cIB8IXBYeciO4wOU0ttFQ6dhy_QoMMOAnWqyWtE40MVlb7v1rCWmUL0l32pN5gI6ywHKHkT8VgaLzICF7qJN16X61uBbVV/s6720/nathan-dumlao-EdULZpOKsUE-unsplash%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4480" data-original-width="6720" height="510" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-9gxLcx5-VcHJ-BdON08uAetw5f4PAzwLd3eJpSAIGzldFBeYNV39Y7N5pSzxOsQMjcYOuxopsZpWbrDpdDKQ3ehkic9F22cIB8IXBYeciO4wOU0ttFQ6dhy_QoMMOAnWqyWtE40MVlb7v1rCWmUL0l32pN5gI6ywHKHkT8VgaLzICF7qJN16X61uBbVV/w767-h510/nathan-dumlao-EdULZpOKsUE-unsplash%20(2).jpg" width="767" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">In a world that often prioritizes extravagant experiences, sometimes the most meaningful moments can be created right in the comfort of your own home. Planning a budget-friendly date night doesn't mean sacrificing the romance; in fact, it's an opportunity to get creative and connect on a deeper level.</span></p></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here are 10 low-cost date night ideas that will help you spark romance without burning a hole in your pocket.<span></span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Homemade Dinner and Movie Night:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A classic but as they say, if it's not broken don't fix it! And a romantic meal is a romantic meal whether that be at a restaurant or at home. In fact sometimes at home can be even more romantic as it is just you and your partner with no interruptions! Begin your evening by cooking up a delicious homemade meal together, perhaps one of your all-time favourites, or all out <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2022/07/5-love-lessons-for-romance-this-summer.html" target="_blank">romantic gesture</a> by recreation of your wedding breakfast or a dish from a holiday that brings back fond memories. But don't stress too much, whether it's a DIY pizza or a simple pasta dish, the act of cooking side by side can be surprisingly intimate. Afterward, snuggle up for a cosy movie night with your favourite films or a glass or two of wine. </span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Indoor Picnic:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you don't want to go as formal as a "fancy meal" how about a little more relaxed dining by transforming your living room into a romantic picnic spot. Lay out a blanket, light some candles, and enjoy a selection of your favourite snacks, you could even throw on a movie or some of your favourite music as a bit of background noise. This intimate setting provides the perfect backdrop for meaningful conversations and shared laughter.</span></span></p><p><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Game Night:</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Whether it's board games, card games or even computer games if you and your partner have a competitive streak and love a bit of competitive banter than a games night is such a fun date night idea. Whether it's a classic game like Scrabble or something more strategic, the friendly competition can add a playful element to your evening.</span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">DIY Dessert Night:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Satisfy your sweet tooth by baking scrumptious desserts together. You could either make something together or each make your own favourite dessert to share with each other, perfect if you both have a sweet tooth! You could go all out with big bowls of ice cream and experiment with toppings and flavours, and then indulge in your homemade treats. Or if you both have a sweet tooth but baking isn't your thing, why not order your favourite desserts for an easy dessert night option. </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjF9JFu1lZrkPwry_wqo5y_3P5umoXHFmMiERn31Zb_aYbls4qklPx1a2ir91W7O5QtTQQMVa4FBZ3rQ4v990YOxO33vYmNO6KgBxVzQ3aTlTF3eRvmucD5up17aNHL21XATDW_iMlH20YBLed1aofJiW0dnab-xkAK4ZnIzAHL70xULFH_yTF6JfeaYb9/s6000/marqquin-EYrSfqoreHA-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" height="507" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjF9JFu1lZrkPwry_wqo5y_3P5umoXHFmMiERn31Zb_aYbls4qklPx1a2ir91W7O5QtTQQMVa4FBZ3rQ4v990YOxO33vYmNO6KgBxVzQ3aTlTF3eRvmucD5up17aNHL21XATDW_iMlH20YBLed1aofJiW0dnab-xkAK4ZnIzAHL70xULFH_yTF6JfeaYb9/w761-h507/marqquin-EYrSfqoreHA-unsplash.jpg" width="761" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Home Spa Night:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There is nothing quite like a spa experience to help you relax and ease any day-to-day tension and stress so why not create your own at home as a relaxing date night idea. Create a spa-like atmosphere by taking turns giving each other relaxing massages using oils with relaxing and stress-relieving scents. Run a warm bath, light some candles, and pamper yourselves with DIY spa treatments for a truly rejuvenating experience. Not only is this a great way to get closer to your loved one but you are sure to feel much more relaxed and less achy afterwards too. </span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Stargazing Adventure:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to your backyard or balcony for a night of stargazing. Bundle up with blankets, and hot water bottles, sip on hot beverages, and marvel at the beauty of the night sky. Use a stargazing app to identify constellations and share stories and binoculars to get a better look, you may even see a shooting star, don't forget to make a wish! </span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Book Club for Two:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Looking for a date night that you can make a regular thing? Why not set up a monthly or even weekly book club date night where you can rediscover the joy of reading together. You could either choose a book that intrigues both of you or take turns choosing a book each week/month. There are lots of ways you could enjoy reading including taking turns reading aloud, and engaging in meaningful discussions about the plot, characters, and themes or reading alone and then discussing everything about the book on your book club date night. </span></span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Art Night:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tap into your creative side with an art-inspired date night. Gather art supplies and spend the evening painting, drawing, or crafting. The focus is on the experience rather than the final product so don't worry if you aren't the next Picasso, its all about having fun and trying something new. </span></span></p><p><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Couples Bucket list:</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #374151;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Many of us have our own bucket lists, a list of things we want to do in our lifetime, but why not create one for you and your partner too. You can sit down together and discuss all the things you want to do, want to see, and want to experience together and create your very own bucket list together, maybe it will even include<a href="https://www.misstillyandme.co.uk/how-to-have-a-beach-wedding-this-year/" target="_blank"> getting married</a>! Then you get to see how many you can tick off together too. </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #374151;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #374151;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkqf5ptjzYe8Y7a7tuZN2QCgm8_B2AWCuJQ7_D_fcMzJwmgH0JxwAoN-JK6S3HlaBXrkM8LVyR5k0SbYSpnLaaJXDkj6qqyYoL8opTBkIfmyEm9FHSTE6-rs9r6u4wvKDv4XyoTefdqkpgDc9o6Q4GAahbahhGx9OGE4G-paOLwbNDSZ63S3twpSpsO2v2/s4256/glenn-carstens-peters-RLw-UC03Gwc-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4256" height="520" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkqf5ptjzYe8Y7a7tuZN2QCgm8_B2AWCuJQ7_D_fcMzJwmgH0JxwAoN-JK6S3HlaBXrkM8LVyR5k0SbYSpnLaaJXDkj6qqyYoL8opTBkIfmyEm9FHSTE6-rs9r6u4wvKDv4XyoTefdqkpgDc9o6Q4GAahbahhGx9OGE4G-paOLwbNDSZ63S3twpSpsO2v2/w781-h520/glenn-carstens-peters-RLw-UC03Gwc-unsplash.jpg" width="781" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #374151;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span color="var(--tw-prose-bold)" style="font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Plan Your Dream Vacation:</span></span></h4><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Escape reality by planning your dream vacation together. Research destinations, activities, and accommodation options. Create a vision board filled with travel dreams and aspirations. Not only is this a super fun way to spend a date night, it also gives you something to look forward to over the months leading up to your planned vacation. </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #374151; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Romance doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag and neither does it need to be big flashy plans either. These low-cost date night ideas at home are not only budget-friendly but also offer the chance to strengthen your connection and create lasting memories whilst still being able to fit around your busy, everyday lives. So, the next time you're looking to ignite the spark without breaking the bank, consider these simple yet heartfelt date night ideas within the cosy confines of your home.</span></span></p><p>xXx</p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-75198598256035613452024-01-25T12:11:00.001+00:002024-01-25T12:11:06.973+00:00Love at Home: 5 Heart-warming Ways to Spend Valentine's Day Together at Home<p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and while the allure of a romantic dinner at a fancy restaurant may be tempting, spending this special day at home can be equally, if not more, meaningful. Myself and my husband have been together for over 16 years and we have two children whilst pre-children we loved a romantic weekend away or a posh meal, nowadays we are equally as happy in our pyjamas, snuggled on the sofa with a takeaway! Romantic doesn't have to mean expensive either, in fact doing something more meaningful for you and your partner can be better than any money spent. </span></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisbtxLZaPIZw2Sz2cM2MTiXaqPZB80aTMjSjcG1u6xsEuf2zHKuXrlGdFnitI5rMl1O0wjk8vZmKpbLAzyXyn6bAFnv8LvIXmzZ1f660yyPkbwQRvewrstoAYeRQAPyKeMQLAjigZHV1mq5hVuPmOgp4OiG2CXxb1o6x1pLmMC5aO6MJybW_psSxiatnCa/s5988/jesse-goll-_MCwva4-0uY-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3910" data-original-width="5988" height="498" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisbtxLZaPIZw2Sz2cM2MTiXaqPZB80aTMjSjcG1u6xsEuf2zHKuXrlGdFnitI5rMl1O0wjk8vZmKpbLAzyXyn6bAFnv8LvIXmzZ1f660yyPkbwQRvewrstoAYeRQAPyKeMQLAjigZHV1mq5hVuPmOgp4OiG2CXxb1o6x1pLmMC5aO6MJybW_psSxiatnCa/w763-h498/jesse-goll-_MCwva4-0uY-unsplash.jpg" width="763" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">This year, embrace the warmth of your own space and create lasting memories with your loved one. Here are five heart warming ways to celebrate <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/16945378" target="_blank">Valentine's Day</a> at home.<span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cook a Romantic Dinner Together:</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Instead of dining out, try cooking a special meal together. Choose a recipe that holds sentimental value such as a meal you had on your first date or recreate your wedding breakfast. Or experiment with something new that can be your new signature dish as a couple. Working together in the kitchen can be both a fun bonding experience away from distractions and rewarding too. Remember to set a beautifully decorated table, light some candles, and savour the delicious meal you created together. </span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Indoor Picnic and Movie Night:</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Who doesn't love a delicious picnic? Why not recreate the charm of a picnic indoors by laying out a comfortable blanket and arranging a spread of your favourite snacks. You could also help set a more romantic scene by choosing a selection of romantic movies or reminisce by watching films that hold significance for your relationship. Or if movies aren't your thing why not find some music you both love to listen to whilst you enjoy your picnic. This cosy setting provides the perfect opportunity for uninterrupted quality time.</span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Create a DIY Spa Experience:</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">A trip to the spa can be a really relaxing treat however it can soon become costly when factoring in treatments and if you have children it also be difficult to find time to go. If you love the idea of treating your loved one to the relaxation of the spa, why not transform your home into a haven of relaxation by creating a DIY spa experience. Set the mood with soft lighting, soothing music, and scented candles. Prepare face masks, run a warm bath, and pamper each other with massages. This intimate spa day is a thoughtful and rejuvenating way to connect on a deeper level at a fraction of the cost too. </span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Memory Lane Scavenger Hunt:</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you and your partner have been together for some time and have lots of lovely memories why not take a trip down memory lane by organizing a scavenger hunt with clues related to significant moments in your relationship. You could hide small gifts or notes in different spots around your home, leading your partner from one cherished memory to the next. This playful activity adds an element of surprise and nostalgia to your Valentine's Day celebration. You could end the hunt with a special gift, a home-cooked meal or your favourite takeaway and a movie. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5YWfvZSqKMgCIZsTog_WmPLGcZnOI-mRwgZCVGvxI_OVc-k5N9vWeH4LzU9_NxMuY9T17LL6IZJMMxza2dw73ZkJ0galBdA_KOdo6Z3WtzuKvkRj2FrcSVeQjGDFPBPWP1PKq9ZmMn4zQfAmOGCABfWraI0xl8c9R6srNyLswU4yFtMSJnJIV4MxEK1Z8/s3000/becca-tapert-8qxdUJf346A-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="3000" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5YWfvZSqKMgCIZsTog_WmPLGcZnOI-mRwgZCVGvxI_OVc-k5N9vWeH4LzU9_NxMuY9T17LL6IZJMMxza2dw73ZkJ0galBdA_KOdo6Z3WtzuKvkRj2FrcSVeQjGDFPBPWP1PKq9ZmMn4zQfAmOGCABfWraI0xl8c9R6srNyLswU4yFtMSJnJIV4MxEK1Z8/w772-h514/becca-tapert-8qxdUJf346A-unsplash.jpg" width="772" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Art and Craft Night:</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Unleash your creative sides by having a <a href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2016/02/toddler-valentines-day-crafts.html" target="_blank">Valentine arts and crafts</a> night where you can both step out of your comfort zone and put your skills to the test. Whether it's painting, crafting, or DIY projects, working on a creative </span></span><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">endeavour</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"> together can be both entertaining and therapeutic. Create something that symbolizes your relationship or simply enjoy the process of making art side by side. Not only will you both have fun trying something new but you will likely have a lovely keepsake to keep to remind you of the fun you had on the day. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This Valentine's Day, cherish the intimacy of your home and the company of your loved one. These five ideas offer a blend of romance, nostalgia, and creativity, ensuring that your celebration is not only special but also uniquely tailored to your relationship. Embrace the joy of spending quality time together, and may your Valentine's Day be filled with love and happiness. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space-collapse: preserve;">xXx</span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-5413985448533654532024-01-25T09:00:00.001+00:002024-01-25T20:55:41.213+00:003 Types of Living Accommodations For Your Employees <p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: inherit;"><i> **Collaborative Post**<span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></i></span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Who </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">doesn't</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> love the luxury of lounging in comfortable hotel rooms while working abroad for their company? Sounds fascinating, doesn’t it? Despite the appeal of this idea, the hefty bills of hotels can rack up ,</span><span class="NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlAdvancedProofingIssueV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">quickly</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> for your company.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">With </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">more and more</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> companies and employees choosing to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">relocate</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> out of the country every year, their staff accommodation often becomes a challenge. What if we were to tell you that there is a simple and lucrative solution to end all your worries with accommodations for your employees? </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8Mdy9BalT2EBpuN1CL-utjGT1IZYEbIf1EbZwOJI-R4ax1aZW0qxvozq39-tm7f8bJEFpErkEoDbQ2ys1fWshHeHVGf3IZOz41Jh07fx8G_Cs9E0yfb1VkzNWlpM5rdRVzWXoZMr00XsaTXXJIw-5sPqxnnZ7gmR0R-8mtoQjMAhiT7fnyGurDtAqfsYO/s4213/bruno-miguel-5I4xGa3nLLs-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2633" data-original-width="4213" height="486" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8Mdy9BalT2EBpuN1CL-utjGT1IZYEbIf1EbZwOJI-R4ax1aZW0qxvozq39-tm7f8bJEFpErkEoDbQ2ys1fWshHeHVGf3IZOz41Jh07fx8G_Cs9E0yfb1VkzNWlpM5rdRVzWXoZMr00XsaTXXJIw-5sPqxnnZ7gmR0R-8mtoQjMAhiT7fnyGurDtAqfsYO/w778-h486/bruno-miguel-5I4xGa3nLLs-unsplash.jpg" width="778" /></a></div><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><p><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">From serviced apartments to exploring </span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW20179901 BCX8" href="https://www.cabinsolutionsltd.com/site-accomodation/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">site accommodation units</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">, the choices are diverse when it comes to different living accommodations relevant to different workspaces, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">workers,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and industries. Buckle up as we explore the world of varying living accommodations that place the safety and comfort of your employees at the forefront. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p></span><p></p><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{ca450060-9428-4620-a1c6-f8bd63382eef}{217}" paraid="785754987" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Let’s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> dive in!</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> <span></span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><h3 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 24px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Types Of Living Accommodations f</span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; 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Serviced Apartments<span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":320,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 23px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></h4><div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 24px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Offering a unique blend of comfort with amenities </span><span class="NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlAdvancedProofingIssueV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">similar to</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> those found in hotels, serviced apartments are quickly becoming a popular choice. Typically, these accommodations are fully furnished and offer </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">additional</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> services such as cleaning, laundry, and oftentimes even catering. </span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></div></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{ca450060-9428-4620-a1c6-f8bd63382eef}{245}" paraid="1901516310" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">It is no wonder that these are excellent alternatives for employees who are working on long-term projects or those </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">relocating</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> overseas. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">What’s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> more, is that these accommodations offer convenience </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">that’ll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> enable your employees to quickly settle in without worrying about the hassle of sorting our furniture and other utilities. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{ca450060-9428-4620-a1c6-f8bd63382eef}{251}" paraid="727714105" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">To </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">maintain</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> the high living standards expected out of such serviced apartments, these stays rely heavily on efficient </span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW20179901 BCX8" href="https://habitare.uk/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">block management</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">providing</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> well-maintained amenities and services around the clock. It is no surprise these are the go-</span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">to choice</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> for companies across Essex and Birmingham. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{11}" paraid="508466091" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Perhaps the</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> only con for such accommodations is the expensive cost associated with them. They tend to be a tad higher than your traditional rentals as they are often situated in posh, urban areas of a city or county. That said, these are a go-</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">option</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> for expatriates and employees looking for long-term living accommodations in a new country. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{11}" paraid="508466091" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV1EmFpcXKOex1F9Vk8KWyv3J0M_aMFH4qNrB02guTpwa4rqEdLXNiRpXdIdlq-Yy_WyHW21h260K8e_UkkPRbk5g6dbtUJpaoH1nA4HRNLPMOtY43kYkYTi7fZlsnzxKyL16feDdGrfcbIkzjjdTMhrTsLKsVXjmtw0QWoEbNyAUv3B9MxEk-BOZApu1e/s3200/sigmund-CwTfKH5edSk-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2368" data-original-width="3200" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV1EmFpcXKOex1F9Vk8KWyv3J0M_aMFH4qNrB02guTpwa4rqEdLXNiRpXdIdlq-Yy_WyHW21h260K8e_UkkPRbk5g6dbtUJpaoH1nA4HRNLPMOtY43kYkYTi7fZlsnzxKyL16feDdGrfcbIkzjjdTMhrTsLKsVXjmtw0QWoEbNyAUv3B9MxEk-BOZApu1e/w743-h550/sigmund-CwTfKH5edSk-unsplash.jpg" width="743" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><br /></span></span><p></p><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 23px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">2. Rental Houses or Apartments</span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":320,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 23px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></h4><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{11}" paraid="508466091" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Known for its flexibility and variety, the traditional rental market </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">remains</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a preferred choice for companies. From budget-friendly accommodations to luxury apartments, the choices are endless with these type of housing solutions. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{31}" paraid="1837396000" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Besides the variety, these places of residence are available in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">different locations</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and price ranges, offering your company flexibility to decide what suits your preferences the best. The </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">perks</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> of rental houses lie in their ability to offer cost-effective solutions for living accommodations. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{37}" paraid="214853184" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">The only cons with these spaces are the added responsibilities attached to them such as utility bills, maintenance and sometimes even a longer lease commitment. However, if you are looking for long-term spaces that offer a sense of home and stability, these are your one-stop solution. </span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 23px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">3. Shared Housing/Co-living Spaces</span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":320,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 23px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></h4><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{37}" paraid="214853184" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">Popular among young employees, shared housing and co-living spaces are the ideal choice if your employees seek community-focused living. Not only are these accommodations cost-effective but also offer ample of flexibility with shorter leases. </span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{55}" paraid="521893437" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">If the process of shifting to a new country sounds scary to you, then these stays are the best alternatives. Beneficial for newcomer, these types of residences offer a built-in social network and are </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">generally more</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> affordable thanks to the opportunity to share your resources with fellow neighbours.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{61}" paraid="2073278644" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">If your company is seeking quarters for young professionals or temporary workers, such communal and interactive living options are brilliant. Now, you can socialise and network with like-minded people in a whole different country and still feel at home. Isn’t that exciting?</span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><h3 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 24px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">Factors to Consider When Choosing Living Accommodations </span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":360,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></h3></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{73}" paraid="1187739250" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">There are a variety of critical factors to consider when selecting accommodations for your employees to ensure their comfort and satisfaction. This in turn will positively </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">impact</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> their productivity.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="ListContainerWrapper SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW20179901 BCX8" role="list" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; cursor: text; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><li aria-setsize="-1" class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-listid="1" role="listitem" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{79}" paraid="109828108" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">Location:</span><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> The convenience of public transportation, the proximity to the location of employment, and neighbourhood safety are </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">important factors</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> that affect employees' day-to-day lives. Convenient locations can shorten commutes, improve work-life </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">balance</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and raise employee’s levels of job satisfaction in general.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-listid="1" role="listitem" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{79}" paraid="109828108" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><br /></span></span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-listid="1" role="listitem" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{88}" paraid="1038874026" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">Cost: </span><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Achieving a balance between affordability and quality is crucial. Although financial limitations are real, sacrificing the quality of accommodations might make employees unhappy. Provide a variety of </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">options at various price ranges to accommodate employees with varying financial circumstances.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-listid="1" role="listitem" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{88}" paraid="1038874026" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><br /></span></span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-listid="1" role="listitem" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{99}" paraid="540820011" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">Ample Amenities: </span><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Any living space is enhanced by the addition of amenities like fitness centres, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Wi-Fi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and laundry services. Employees may find life simpler with these amenities, particularly if they are moving from other cities or nations.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-listid="1" role="listitem" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{99}" paraid="540820011" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><br /></span></span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="4" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-listid="1" role="listitem" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{108}" paraid="1120084753" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">Duration of Stay:</span><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> While long-term relocations could call for more secure and comfortable settings like rental homes, short-term assignments might </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">benefit</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> from serviced apartments or temporary accommodation. The duration of stay of your employees can </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">largely affect</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> this decision. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 24px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">To Sum It Up</span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":360,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></h4></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{123}" paraid="1412978869" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Choosing the </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">appropriate housing</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> arrangements for employees is a complex issue that has </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">a big impact</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> on their productivity and well-being. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Various types</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> of housing solutions present distinct advantages and obstacles, customised to suit the requirements and situations of various employees. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW20179901 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{129}" paraid="320645085" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">Through careful evaluation of different variables, your business can make well-informed decisions that eventually improve your employee’s comfort and lifestyle, especially when shifting to a new country.</span></span></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW20179901 BCX8" paraeid="{dd1c05be-d5bc-48f4-81a3-dca9e8b45aff}{129}" paraid="320645085" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-IN" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-IN">xXx </span><span class="EOP SCXW20179901 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-71920911397475728962024-01-22T21:03:00.000+00:002024-01-22T21:03:25.052+00:00 6 Reasons You Should Add a Deck to Your Outdoor Living Space in 2024 <p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>**Collaborative Post**</i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">A deck can improve the aesthetics and functionality of your outdoor space, particularly if you like to spend time outside. </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Regardless of the </span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW55077618 BCX8" href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2022/04/4-unique-house-design-features-worth.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW55077618 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: #1155cc; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">design of your home</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">, decking boards are available today in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">numerous</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> styles and designs. You </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">won’t</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> have a problem finding the one that suits your home's aesthetics. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTx2FNQJj1Dl2buVg64eiimELStaN2Ow1nRHxxMmEiVQlFBzfEwHL9xYOelED5Qk280QWZL4wdWUNf1QdzHTA1SSiDtxfRq-abnwYFudpjMdE_ns5snyfUIZmjqCFfZ__HbBcvb8xBwNSJ9Qt9SaNOWTHV2MCohEye9KI0q3EFcLwQtUp8aEE-q0M-V9q6/s4032/cameron-smith-28c3pajQlyI-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="548" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTx2FNQJj1Dl2buVg64eiimELStaN2Ow1nRHxxMmEiVQlFBzfEwHL9xYOelED5Qk280QWZL4wdWUNf1QdzHTA1SSiDtxfRq-abnwYFudpjMdE_ns5snyfUIZmjqCFfZ__HbBcvb8xBwNSJ9Qt9SaNOWTHV2MCohEye9KI0q3EFcLwQtUp8aEE-q0M-V9q6/w730-h548/cameron-smith-28c3pajQlyI-unsplash.jpg" width="730" /></a></div><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Here are some reasons why you should add a deck to your outdoor living space this year: </span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> <span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p></span><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">It can be used to create an entertainment zone</span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></h4><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Decks are </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">a nice place</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> for people to relax and have fun. If you are seeking a place to entertain your guests, then decking is a perfect </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">option</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">. From a garden barbeque to an evening dinner, decks offer a pleasant space to gather and bask in comfort. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Be sure to include some outdoor furniture, and you will have a functional area where you can discuss with your friends and loved ones and enjoy a delicious meal together. </span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">On a gorgeous sunny afternoon, a deck can provide a place to sit and bask in the lovely atmosphere of your lush garden and its surrounding beauty.</span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Improve your home's resale value</span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Do you wish to put your property up for sale? </span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW55077618 BCX8" href="https://www.tantrumstosmiles.co.uk/2023/03/enhance-your-outdoor-space-with-these.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW55077618 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: #1155cc; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">A deck can improve its value</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">. </span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">A lot of home buyers </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">desire</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> outdoor spaces to relax in. Thus, a deck is a wonderful way to give your prospective home buyer a positive first impression. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">They </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">won’t</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> have to go through the hassle of investing in one themselves. Furthermore, adding that your home has a deck feature is enough to attract many buyers. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">A space for outdoor décor</span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></h4><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Decorative elements such as flowering pots and garden art look stylish when you add them to your decking board. With a deck, you have a blank canvas to express your creativity. This can result in the outdoor space of your dreams. </span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Consider a </span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW55077618 BCX8" href="https://ultradecking.co.uk/product-category/decking/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW55077618 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: #1155cc; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">composite decking board</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">, as it is eco-friendly and </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: 0% 100%; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">low-maintenance</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">, allowing you to add your climbing plants or flowering pot. Your deck can also serve as a centerpiece, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">exhibiting</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> your eye-catching garden ornaments, such as ceramic art vases or fire baskets. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Improve the beauty of your home</span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></h4><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">As mentioned earlier, modern decking boards are available in a wide range of styles, colours, and materials. You </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">don’t</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> have to worry about not finding something that matches the aesthetics and design of your home. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfeC3UwOA20skHVShZqEcwIfdoePnEZ7QEW82SSns1dPD842m0nC8vEfTEeJiodIAy6TPSxdx-xuHVD_-7bxgrW5EyPf4msonWiuvQLiWMLfeRZlC5e1T0MT5-YjPeNrWX6IQlmtCE7KRGsTvE0IBpOYQegpk4JVDdOHo19CBYLfB54-HwEZQiHCOdGBLB/s3024/toa-heftiba-dr1RSQQooOI-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2912" data-original-width="3024" height="707" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfeC3UwOA20skHVShZqEcwIfdoePnEZ7QEW82SSns1dPD842m0nC8vEfTEeJiodIAy6TPSxdx-xuHVD_-7bxgrW5EyPf4msonWiuvQLiWMLfeRZlC5e1T0MT5-YjPeNrWX6IQlmtCE7KRGsTvE0IBpOYQegpk4JVDdOHo19CBYLfB54-HwEZQiHCOdGBLB/w734-h707/toa-heftiba-dr1RSQQooOI-unsplash.jpg" width="734" /></a></div><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Be sure to include </span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW55077618 BCX8" href="https://www.onegarden.co.uk/arbours-furniture/gazebos/wooden-gazebos" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW55077618 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: #1155cc; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">a gazebo</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> on your deck to further beautify your home exterior. If you need clarification about getting started, you can </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">get in touch with</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a deck supplier who can offer you a lot of interesting recommendations. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p></span><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Easy to customise</span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></h4><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Your decking </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">doesn’t</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> always look bland. You can give it </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">a personal touch</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> through customisation. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">For instance, trellises and pergolas can help define the decking area, providing shade in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">hot summer</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> afternoons. This way, you can create an outdoor oasis that can enable you to relax and enjoy your deck even when the weather is not friendly. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Do you enjoy meal preparation? Then update your deck with an</span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW55077618 BCX8" href="https://www.myoutdoorkitchen.co.uk/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW55077618 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: #1155cc; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> outdoor kitchen</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">. Add a grill and an outdoor oven so you can entertain friends with delicious meals. </span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Enhance your outdoor experience</span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></h4><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Even if you are not nature-loving or an outdoor enthusiast, getting a deck can allow you to invest time in your outdoor living space. Think of yourself relaxing and enjoying a chilled drink while reading a novel. </span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-GB"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Your deck offers you a pleasant space to be in nature and de-stress. This can positively </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">impact</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> your health, as several studies have shown that being outdoors can </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">benefit</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW55077618 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> your mental and physical well-being. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></p><p><span class="EOP SCXW55077618 BCX8" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; line-height: 26.45px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;">xXx</span></p>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2092262512198791277.post-21517798328424195342024-01-22T11:08:00.001+00:002024-01-30T11:54:29.431+00:00 5 Ways to Boost Your Car Repair Business <p><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: inherit;"><i>**Collaborative Post**</i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: windowtext; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Unlike most businesses, the automotive repair industry </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">remains</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> at the back of our minds unless something goes wrong with our vehicles. It is the one business we all hope not to need to use but are grateful for when we need them! In such cases, your automotive repair business must be performing to its best </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">capacity</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">, ensuring that you </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlSpellingErrorV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">capitalise</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> on maximum sales and happy customers.</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimBDXAOdiqYX5vm2E2epFGOaUjKqyXBqmcZvQ7VMIUjE0eee27Db4mzXmFK6GhzpsFJuwE2B4f_sQxIomGkk09wLz20DiZvYYX_N1xN84DvR_DaLqLNI-OsYVWDCRBfr-hrk3SiK25Ll0gNNRHmNpVnbT7zDfYxpjILg1Dv1BN5qm_impkfUi9G9iB3r_1/s5472/enis-yavuz-tZtgozUpZZc-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3648" data-original-width="5472" height="504" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimBDXAOdiqYX5vm2E2epFGOaUjKqyXBqmcZvQ7VMIUjE0eee27Db4mzXmFK6GhzpsFJuwE2B4f_sQxIomGkk09wLz20DiZvYYX_N1xN84DvR_DaLqLNI-OsYVWDCRBfr-hrk3SiK25Ll0gNNRHmNpVnbT7zDfYxpjILg1Dv1BN5qm_impkfUi9G9iB3r_1/w758-h504/enis-yavuz-tZtgozUpZZc-unsplash.jpg" width="758" /></a></span></div><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"><p><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">To simplify your life, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">we’ve</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> curated a list of 5 most impactful ways you can boost your car repair business. From sourcing the best car parts and </span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW233046778 BCX8" href="http://www.onlineautomotive.co.uk/cheap-car-parts/Brakes" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; user-select: text;" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: #1155cc; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">brakes online</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> to improving the database of your clients, these tips will make your team the best choice in your </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlSpellingErrorV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">neighbourhood</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> <span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a></span></span><p></p><p></p><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US">1. 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-webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and improving workflow management, these systems significantly reduce manual errors and operational costs for your business.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{733035ca-e32b-46c7-a4aa-6449b6245e3d}{227}" paraid="584969910" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; 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Moreover, this exercise can help in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">identifying</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> areas for improvement and cost savings. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{733035ca-e32b-46c7-a4aa-6449b6245e3d}{233}" paraid="924547222" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Staying on top of your administrative tasks leads to a well-</span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlSpellingErrorV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">organised</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and customer-focused environment, paving the way for a financially sound business that is ready to achieve long-term success. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US">2. Start a Website and Increase Website Traffic</span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":360,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></h4><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{733035ca-e32b-46c7-a4aa-6449b6245e3d}{233}" paraid="924547222" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">In case your auto repair business </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">doesn't</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> have a website yet, your team needs to make one now! With </span><span class="NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-image: var(--urlAdvancedProofingIssueV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">a majority of</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> car owners under the age of 40 today, most of these individuals would interact with your business if they could find you online. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{733035ca-e32b-46c7-a4aa-6449b6245e3d}{251}" paraid="2129838566" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Even a simplified website can do wonders for your car repair shop. Start by covering all the basics such as contact information, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">logo</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and in-depth knowledge of your services. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{2}" paraid="1107658258" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Besides this, ensure that your website offers fast-load times, mobile-friendly </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">designs</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> and relevant content in the form of blogs and tips. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Here’s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a quick pro tip: import your Google reviews to your website to build authenticity and credibility.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{8}" paraid="1760903570" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">A well-built website helps in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">maintaining</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a good SEO score for your business. 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This directly </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">impacts</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> the amount of traffic your site receives and attracts more customer interactions.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US">3. 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background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">colour</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> schemes and dynamic graphics, ensuring your brand stands out from the rest. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{49}" paraid="1935776395" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Offering durability, these tools can be placed both indoors and outdoors, providing maximum flexibility to your business. Besides this, prominently displaying your services and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">special offers</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> on these banners can help you build a deeper relationship with your customers. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{55}" paraid="41074428" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">These visual marketing tools boost your business’s visibility and attract customers who may otherwise ignore your brand. By implementing these strategies, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">you’ll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> see a significant increase in customer engagement as well as business growth.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">4. 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background-position: left bottom; background-repeat: repeat-x; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">customers</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> then start by connecting more with your community members as this helps you become an integral part of people’s lives.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; 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-webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">great way</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> to connect with your community is by offering classes for essential repairs, such as replacing headlamps or checking oil. 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This way, you can have someone available to answer people’s basic car-related questions. </span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{85}" paraid="2075495577" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US">Consider sponsoring a local youth sports team. Little league teams all over the country need people who will donate money to buy their uniforms. 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user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{103}" paraid="1255624939" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">To take charge, you could </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">establish</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> a mutually beneficial partnership with the café. You could advertise the café to your customers, and in exchange, they would receive a discount at the coffee shop for showing a receipt from your auto repair business. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p></div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{109}" paraid="1095247150" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Band together with other small businesses and family-owned chains to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">come up with</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> offers and discounts that </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">benefit</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> all the parties involved.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></span></p><h4 style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; font-weight: bold; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US">To Sum It Up</span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":360,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></h4><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{109}" paraid="1095247150" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="TextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: none !important; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">While </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">there’s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW233046778 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> no exact formula to success, these tips will help you increase your revenue and become the preferred auto repair shop in your area. The key here is to be consistent with your efforts and blend these strategies as part of your larger growth plan to see maximum results.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW233046778 BCX8" paraeid="{47745914-9661-4f9e-bd1e-6218a2b8fed8}{109}" paraid="1095247150" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px 0px 13.3333px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span class="EOP SCXW233046778 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">xXx</span></p></div>Tantrums To Smiles (Jess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/17105971233222204429noreply@blogger.com0