Gardens at Cliveden House in Berkshire Like many people, my tendency is to be a perfectionist. So, naturally, the stars have to align perfectly for me to post on the blog. The post must be original, not only that but I must feel like I can't review and edit it anymore, that I have to have a specific amount of photographs to accompany...

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Our aim as parents is to pass onto our children all the accumulated knowledge and wisdom we've acquired over the years... First I want to address the baggage. We all, whether we admit it or not, have our beliefs and misconceptions about money and finances in general that were passed onto us. Sometimes we commit the same mistakes as our parents, other times...

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This is a note to myself and to everyone who's overwhelmed trying to build a better life for themselves and loved ones. Life is ironic sometimes... when you need a hug and encouragement it's when people avoid you the most. That's ok, don't take it personally, they are fighting their own battles as well. I'm here to tell you that you can be...

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Spring is fast approaching, but, you don't need to wait for it to start spring cleaning and refreshing your home... You know what? Sometimes a girl does not need a new wardrobe or a new haircut (I know!), sometimes a girl needs a new house! Jokes! But hear me out... Not all of us can purchase a new property in the blink of...

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Ok. This is a subject that I feel compelled to speak about, not only because I experience it often, but also because it is, I found, more common than one would expect. The winter holidays are upon us, the year is coming to the end and with it, self evaluation and planning for the new year ahead. Although it can be an exciting...

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Hello there, you special lot! When it comes to beauty products, I must confess my utter lack of loyalty to a specific brand. I like to try new things, within reason of course, that is how I come to know my skin (and hair) and how I get to know what it agrees with. But there are certain products that no matter how...

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