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Savvy Student Money Tips
It has been quite a while since I was a student, but one thing I remembered clearly was having to pay off a hefty student loan at the end of my studying time. It took many years to finish paying off the student loans I accrued during that time. University is a time that should be one of the most fun experiences you will ever have, but, when it comes to money, you can end up building up debts that you will be paying off for a long time, even as you are trying to sort your finances for life after study. So being a savvy student when it comes…
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Styled For You: Transforming Your House Into A True Reflection Of Who You Are
Your home should be more than just a shelter—it should be a sanctuary, a space that reflects your story, your tastes, and your personality. Whether you’re minimalist and modern or love a cosy, eclectic vibe, the choices you make in your interior design can help turn a blank space into somewhere uniquely and beautifully yours. From bold statement pieces like a large black mirror that adds drama and depth, to the gentle elegance of a large round mirror that softens a space, the details you choose help build a home that truly feels like your own. In a world full of trends, it’s easy to get swept up in what’s…
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Perfect Summer Gift Ideas
Summer is a time when our thoughts turn to holidays, but that doesn’t mean we can turn our minds off to gift ideas. As a June birthday myself, I can say that Summer still means birthdays, and therefore this post is dedicated to gift ideas to all the kids who were the babies of your school year group, those born in July and August. As ever, I will try to add to the post as I see new things, so bookmark this for a later date and come and check in. Esmeralda Candle Co. – Summer-Inspired Scented Candles A beautifully scented candle is a timeless summer gift. Esmeralda Candle Co.…
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Stabilo Aid Memory Boosting During Exams
Last Thursday, my son Joe started his GCSE exams. After a lot of hard work and studying, the reality that ‘this is really it’ finally sank in. Exam time is a daunting time for any teen, and having some good revision strategies is one way to channel your time and make it count. Your notes and revision papers need to be useful for you, and not just reams of copy that you read and it goes in, and then instantly goes out. Stationery experts STABILO believe that good tools are a way to aid revision. They are aiming to support students across the UK with expertly designed stationery that does…
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Suzanne Holtom ‘And Hills Bore Scars’
I am a huge fan of the New Walsall Art Gallery, and often pop along to see new exhibitions, particularly if they feature local artists. Last month I went to see one that really interested me, as it featured local landscapes seen in a completely different way. The Suzanne Holtom exhibition ‘And Hills Bore Scars‘ is a stunning exploration of key sites around Walsall and Dudley described as ‘geosites’. The New Walsall Art Gallery explain:- The Black Country geosites of Barr Beacon, Streetly and Wren’s Nest, Dudley have been key to her most recent work. Ancient limestone formations and more recent collapsed structures from mining and industry provide rich visual…
