There was once a time when dating agencies seemed to be a taboo. The general assumption was that they were reserved purely for oddballs and weirdos, and even if you were a member of one, you hardly ever admitted it. However, since the meteoric rise of online dating, signing up to an agency is not the “last chance saloon” it once was. In reality, it’s now seen as a perfectly acceptable way to meet “the one”. However, there are both pros and cons to online dating, so read on to discover whether the online dating scene is for you…
Be under no illusion, the scene is not without its risks, but most of these can be avoided by following some simple precautions. Arguably the biggest issue of online dating is that of fake profiles, or people pretending to be someone who they are not. While you can’t really reduce your chances of meeting a fake persona online, a little bit of common sense should be enough to tell the scammers apart from the users genuinely interested in finding love. If you do decide to meet IRL (in real life), then make sure your first meeting is in a public place, preferably where there is lots of people, such as the main town square or a busy restaurant. That’s not meant to put you off, though. As mentioned earlier, online dating is no longer the taboo it once was so there are lots of people just like you logging on in the hope of finding “the one”. It’s also a great time saver, and perfect for those with a busy schedule. As callous as it may sound, you can easily set filters to weed out the frogs, so you can spend more time getting in touch with potential suitors that have interests similar to yours. Since the very beginnings of humanity, the way we meet potential partners has been undergoing a constant evolution. Online dating is simply a new way to find love, and is as equally legitimate as the more “traditional” methods. These sites are full of people just like you, so take a deep breath, sign up and get exploring. You have nothing to lose!
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Many parents, including some frustrated mums, think that their homes just aren’t big enough. The problem isn’t themselves, or the children, it’s the kids’ stuff. Clothes, toys and general clutter can create the illusion that your house just isn’t big enough, and it is a contributing factor to why a lot of people end up moving house. Before you get to that point though, seriously consider the following points. You’ve probably got more space than you think, you’re just not utilizing it properly.
You’ll Have More Visible Space if you Embrace the Digital Future The fact that society is moving closer and closer to an all-digital future could be to your advantage. Instead of buying your children physical books, CDs and games, why not buy them a cheap, hardy e-reader and some e-books? They’re just as cheap as physical books; sometimes even cheaper. Similarly, you can buy games digitally through a digital distribution service. You could also get them access to media streaming services like Spotify and Netflix. This can save you money, and you have the benefit of not having disks that can break. Overall then, going digital will save you money and space, so make the conversion today. Get your Living Room Back: Buy Smaller Toys Try to be more conscious of the gifts you’re buying for your kids. If they’re the sorts of things which could be piled up in your living room then think again before you buy them. A good strategy to prevent this is to refuse to buy toys in shops, as you might cave to pressure from your kids’ pleas. Instead, only buy toys online from sites like Thumbs Up, where you can consider ever purchase carefully. How Old are your Kids, Anyway? According to an article in the Daily Mail, 3 million parents over the age of 50 still have children living at home with them. If this sounds like you, maybe it’s time to consider whether they would be better suited to finding somewhere else to live. It might be that you could solve your storage conundrum and help them become more responsible in one swoop – a double win. Do Something About It As you can see from the points above, your house is big enough if you act now and do something about it. You might save yourself the cost of moving if you do. Learning to ride a bike is a great way of helping children gain confidence and independence and can be lots of fun too! It can also be a good way of teaching them responsibility and increase their awareness of road safety. But with so many to choose from, how do you pick the right one for your first kid’s bike?
One of the most important factors you need to consider first is to pick the right sized bike. Kid’s bikes are sized by their wheels, rather than by the frame as with adult bikes, and your child should be able to mount and dismount comfortably, be able to reach the pedals and be able to ride without their knees hitting the handlebars. Always make sure you go to a reputable dealer and this will help ensure that you get the right advice and that you choose a bike that is a good fit for your child. Your child should also play a part in choosing their first bike so they feel involved! Another thing that you should always bear in mind is that when they your child first learns to ride, they are very likely to fall off! With this in mind, one accessory to be definitely considered when buying a kid’s bike is adequate safety protection- a bike is a children's toy that is worth buying but you should always remember safety first! Make sure whatever brand of helmet that you buy has had an approved safety check and that, just like the bike, it is a good fit. The helmet should fit snug without being tight and should be comfortable to wear. If it is loose and slips around, it cannot do its job and therefore will be no use as protection! The health benefits of riding a bike have long been proven. Children who ride their bicycles to school are much more active and, on average, live much healthier lifestyles. Also, cycling is much better for the environment and for your child as well! It's Umi Children's Shoes' 9th birthday, and they want to celebrate! In honor of this very special occasion, Umi is offering 15% off of your entire order!
Just use promo code happy9 at checkout to enjoy these awesome savings! ***Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Green Works. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and promotional item as a thank you for participating.*** As you can probably tell by the name of my blog, I am very passionate about making more environmentally friendly choices for my family. Do we live a completely green lifestyle? No. We're not vegetarian or vegan, we don't drive hybrid vehicles, and not every product in my house is organic. (It's a work in progress!) However, we do make efforts in many different ways to be green whenever possible. We cloth diaper much of the time, collect rainwater in a barrel and use it for watering plants, we buy organic foods at least 80% of the time, and we even choose many organic and natural personal care products. I love being able to teach my kids just how easy it is to make small changes that make a very positive impact on the environment. Another thing I swear by is green cleaners like the ones offered by Clorox Green Works. These natural, plant and mineral based cleaners are much, much safer than the chemical-laden formulas found in traditional household cleaners, and they offer the superior performance that Clorox is known for. Clorox Green Works comes in many different varieties that are perfect for every surface in your home. I particularly love the Multi-Purpose Cleaner because it makes all of our surfaces sparkling clean without leaving behind any films or residues. I know I can trust Green Works products to give me the results I want without putting my pets or kids in danger. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation took place, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** The Holidays are coming, the Holidays are coming! Whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah or even Kwanzaa, the season of giving and celebration is definitely right around the corner. If you're anything like me, you've already started hunting for those perfect gifts for the special people in your life. Now I don't know about you, but I love finding gifts that are unique and show genuine feelings. Sure, there are tons of prepackaged, mass marketed gift sets at your local chain stores. Some of them are actually pretty fun. But still, nothing says "I love you" like a beautiful and unique gift that can only be found outside of those big box stores. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Okay, I have to admit....I do not eat seafood. Ever. At all. I am an incredibly picky eater, and seafood is a major component on my rather extensive "Do Not Eat" list. My family however loves seafood, and I don't force my weird eating habits on them in the least. I don't think they'd be too happy if they never had eggs, onions, seafood, breakfast foods or desserts, just to name a few. So when I got the opportunity to review a selection of products from Gorton's Seafood, I knew my family would be incredibly excited. Gorton's has been a leader in the seafood industry for decades, and their dishes are always fresh tasting and very easy to prepare. So easy, in fact, that even my 13 year old son and my husband can make them without screwing anything up! ***Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Maytag. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.*** Teenagers are strange creatures. They wear things I don't understand, listen to music I don't understand, and use slang that I discreetly google when my teen isn't looking. Another thing that absolutely amazes me is the appetite of the average teen boy. I have seen my 13 year old, Kyle, devour massive amounts of food, just to complain of hunger an hour later. So the appetite of teens certainly raises some questions for me. Do they have hollow legs? A tape worm? The metabolism of an entire Olympic team rolled into one body? It seems that with school back in session, my son's appetite has increased greatly. Sure, he has breakfast every morning and eats lunch at school. But for some reason, every single day when he gets home, he swears that he is STARVING. Luckily, my Maytag kitchen appliances are always there to help me solve this issue, and many others! Whether it's a quick snack for my hungry teen, meals for my toddlers, or a quick family dinner on a busy weeknight, all of my appliances are there for me, saving me time and money. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** It seems that stains and I have a never-ending war here. With 2 toddlers, a messy teen boy, a husband that works in the automotive industry, 4 cats and 3 dogs, it seems I always have something that needs to be scrubbed. Yes, always. Sigh. A mother's work never ends! With back to school season here, I am getting a lot more stains as well. Paint, crayon ground into the carpets, mud tracked into the house that my son picked up during gym glass...And then there are the "mystery stains" that cannot easily be identified. (Those are the worst!) I have tried many stain removal methods, and have found lots that are quite effective. So when I got the chance to try Chem-Dry Carpet Stain Extinguisher, I had pretty high hopes. After all, Chem-Dry is the world's leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service, so a product that consumers can use at home sounded very promising. Not to mention that this product is supposed to be very quick-drying. It’s Christmas Event
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