We don’t tend to think about it that much, but in Britain a significant minority needs some sort of physical help to go about their day-to-day lives. I’m pretty sure... [More]

Home heating costs can be a big drain on your budget. Solution? You need to seal up the whole house. Having said that, it’s easier said than done. Unless you live in an igloo, chances are that y... [More]

  Travel, as wise men say, broadens horizons. But what do you do if you hate the very idea of moving away from the sofa? What if your idea of travelling is going to the supermarket? Well, here... [More]

As it becomes increasingly apparent that politicians can’t be depended on to do anything about climate change (other than maybe shout a few half-hearted protests... apologies, Al Gore), it is us... [More]

"…with logs on the fire, and gifts by the tree,It's time to rejoice in the good that we see." The season to be jolly and spread the good cheer is here, and what could be a better way to reflec... [More]

Well, it’s that time of the year again... and Christmas is in the air! But carry the festive spirit a little too far with extravagant gifts, travel, and parties... and Christmas can be quite hea... [More]

Christmas is almost here – It’s next week in fact and I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one who is yet to put together her presents. Normally I would run around buying all ... [More]

Whether you’re a greenhorn at gardening, or have the greenest of green fingers, getting going with the shovel at the beginning of the growing season can seem like the hardest part of it all. Pre... [More]

New, energy efficient windows are all the craze right now, and often we’re left wondering about what to do with the old windows and storm doors after replacing them. Here’s an idea; why no... [More]

“When green streaks light up the night sky, the effect is otherworldly--like some toxic spill from the International Space Station.”   That’s a favourite quote of mine... from... [More]