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Hi everyone, I'm Ange, (Angel Quinton) a parent of 5 children, ages between 19 and youngest born 27th December 2008.

I live in Staffordshire, in the Midlands, U.K. I am interested in using natural products for cleaning, beauty and health products, including

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Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Going green: Easy and eco-friendly money saving tips: 1 of 9
In the present economic climate it is vital that we are careful with our money. With a little thought this can be combined with addressing environmental issues.There are many ways in which you can save money and help the environment, little everyday things can make a BIG difference and the more people think about it the bette... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) Debate around children beauty pageants: 1 of 8
Young children are extremely impressionable. The early years of life is when our personalities develop, we develop a moral compass of our values and ideals; a sense of right and wrong. If young children are lead to believe their worth and value as human beings depend on their physical appearance then this is likely to beco... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Development Issues Why having an imaginary friend can be good for your child: 1 of 7
Imaginary friends, how could they be harmful to a child? Are they, in reality any different than a favourite teddy bear, doll or other object that a child finds comfort and reassurance in?The only difference, to a child, is that the imaginary friend is always there for the child, to listen, sympathise, reassure and comfort. I... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy The effects of a competitive academic environment: 3 of 19
Competition is an aspect of everyday life as an adult, and we all encounter it to differing degrees, 'Who has reached the most targets in the office?', 'The best behaved child at playgroup?', 'Newest Car?' 'Most desirable home?', the list is endless......Although it is a healthy, natural aspect of life it is important in educ... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Why we write: 39 of 182
Why do we write? Why does a dancer dance? Why does an artist paint? Why does a singer sing? We write because we are inextricably drawn to it like a moth to a flame. We were often good at reading and writing at school from an early age and we got praise and reward for doing it. That was, however much appreciated was not the ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Is hunting animals a legitimate sport?: 7 of 32
Hunting is legitimate in so far it is legal. Why it is legal is more difficult to understand. Is it a sport? The dictionary definition of the word sport is: a game or competitive activity.' A game is something done for enjoyment, a competition should consist of two or more competitors or teams on an equal basis. I cannot see ... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Parenting: 10 of 44
Job vacancy: Duties, nursing, mentoring, housekeeping, gardening, driving, administration, art/craft work, sports, tutoring, cooking, hairdressing, costume making, and some unscheduled tasks as they arise. To work 24 hours per day. No breaks, 7 days per week, no holidays, no salary, no pension, no training, no qualifications ... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to save money on food: 19 of 79
It is estimated that 30% of all food purchased is wasted. This is a extremely large percentage of your food bill; for every $100 you spend you will throw away up to $30. A lot of money to waste each week so it is wise to think carefully about ways to reduce this, and also help the environment.There are many ways we can reduce... More..
Education > Homework & Testing Does homework actually improve academic achievement?: 12 of 48
Homework........ We all remember it in our childhood, avoiding it, leaving it to the last minute or simply not doing it!Seen as yet another task that took up our precious time. But think a little harder....... were there not times when, with our parents or grandparents help, school work actually became relevant when done at h... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning Products Tips for making your own natural cleaning products: 4 of 16
I discovered soap nuts about a year ago and never looked back since, they are the ultimate household cleansing product. They clean clothes, hair, floors, worktops, anything really.You can add essential oils to make up your own cleansing products, i.e. Lavender is very relaxing so wash nightware and bedding in soap-nuts with a... More..