The season of thankfulness and an unmissable recipe

The season of thankfulness and an unmissable recipe
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The concept of thankfulness or gratitude has had a huge influence on my life. For years we have, as non-Americans, celebrated a sort of Thanksgiving and I explained why here last year. It started as a young teacher when a friend mentioned … Continued

The Jesse Tree – my favourite part of Advent

The Jesse Tree – my favourite part of Advent
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I’m going to say it very, very softly so you won’t run away. Advent starts (officially) in just under 4 weeks. See, I didn’t mention the C-word and I didn’t hum any carols. I’m just easing you into the idea. … Continued

Halloween – just good clean fun?

Halloween – just good clean fun?
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It’s pretty obvious that Halloween is a bigger deal than it used to be.   I’m going to risk sounding like an old lady but [insert creaking old voice here] when I were a lass, things were different! There was … Continued

Why bother with family traditions?

Why bother with family traditions?
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Did the family you grew up in have many traditions? Mine didn’t seem to  and I was always drawn to families who had their own  quirky ways of doing things and who rejoiced in the group identity which formed around … Continued

Going to church on holiday – why bother?

Going to church on holiday – why bother?
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With the summer holidays almost upon us, many of us will be planning a getaway either in this country in abroad. When it comes to Sundays away, there are basically three options when it comes to church, all of which … Continued

Managing anger towards your kids – 9 practical tips

Managing anger towards your kids – 9 practical tips
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This post has been on my mind for a while and I didn’t want to write it. It’s not going to be pretty. There are no craft ideas and no recipes. I’m not going to have fun looking through photos … Continued

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