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I am the mother of two gorgeous daughters, and live in the beautiful Midwest of America with the love of my life, How lucky am I?

I was born in Johannesburg, S.Africa, to British Parents and spent my early years running barefoot in the sun. I lived in Stockport,

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Grandparenting Family tree: True stories about gardening with my parents (or grandparents): 2 of 135
"Plant with a light heart and a heavy foot." Those are the words my two young daughters repeat every time we plant something new in our garden. It is the advice of their Great Grandfather, passed on by his son, their Grandfather. They have heard these words many times. Every tree, every shrub, every tender young shoot is welc... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Gardening tips: How to start bedding plants: 1 of 59
Bedding plants can add an instant splash of color and texture to your garden. They are a great way to quickly fill bare spots in your borders or to disguise unsightly foliage from bulbs. Growing your own bedding plants from seed isn't very difficult. It does however require consistent care and a fair amount of patience.Take s... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Women Best baby gifts for new mothers: 2 of 89
The birth of a baby should always be a time of great joy and celebration. Somehow a first child has a way of filling the whole family with excitement. It is a time when the new parents are going to need extra support and help. Sometimes being there with a helping hand can be the best gift. Every situation is different, with i... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) How foodies use the Internet: 1 of 30
The most important thing that the Internet provides is access. This increased access to knowledge and information has changed the way the world works. Word of mouth now knows no bounds. Distance falls away and sellers of rare or unusual items or services are readily accessible to any one who chooses to look for them. For food... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to install a home bar: 1 of 26
f you entertain at home, you should consider installing a bar. In its simplest form it is no more than a place to store all the beverages, glasses and utensils that you may require in one convenient spot. At its best the home bar is the centerpiece of your home entertainment space.The first step is to think about how you curr... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Top 10 simple ways to be green: 6 of 117
It is easy to fall into the trap of believing that if you participate in your community recycling program, you have discharged your green duties. While recycling all your glass, paper and plastics is something we must all do, to keep it out of the ever growing landfill sites, it is only a part of a much bigger picture. As my ... More..
Home & Garden > Real Estate (Other) Today's premium, luxury home: 1 of 19
Today, luxury homes are both energy efficient and stylish. They utilize some of the best home construction techniques and features ever. They blend luxury and convenience effortlessly with energy saving and environmentally sound ethics.The list of features that high end home buyers require seems to grow every year. One of the... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Unique Gifts Online shopping in the UK: Unique gifts for Christmas and special occasions: 1 of 19
Searching for that unique and special gift to mark a special occasion or even just for a more interesting Christmas gift can be extremely time consuming. The Internet can take a lot of the leg work out of your search. Without having to brave the traffic, weather or crowds you can explore unique shops and find interesting prod... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Great experiences using online vacation home rental sites: 1 of 15
Family vacations are a fantastic way to keep in touch with the ones you love. Today too many families are spread out across the country, if not the world. Taking time to vacation together is the perfect way for children to get to know their cousins, aunts and uncles or grandparents. The Internet, with its wealth of travel kno... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Hawaii: Exploring the islands on a budget: 1 of 15
Hawaii on a budget may seem impossible, but with some clever planning and a little help it is within reach of the budget traveler.1. Pick you time carefully. Hawaii is a popular winter escape from the frozen north. Travel between April and November to find the best deals. The weather is beautiful year round, with daily temper... More..