What to eat (and not to eat) on a D of E Bronze expedition
My younger son has recently done his D of E Bronze practice expedition. After much discussion with him, his friends, his friends’ parents, checking of…
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Surviving Scout camp
Scout camps (and school residentials) can be tough for fussy eaters. The food is good – filling and well-balanced, with plenty of protein, carbs and…
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The up and down boy
Sometimes my younger son doesn’t seem himself – tired, drained and emotional. He worries me a bit. But I know what he needs. Feeding. Give…
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The cheese issue
Earlier this year, when my bad skin was spiralling out of control, my husband heard an item on the radio about acne. My husband rarely…
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The cost of feeding a child
How much does it cost to raise a child? To be honest, if we knew in advance I think it might put a lot of…
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The Gallery: Food
Ever since we weaned my eldest, food has been a sore point for this family. My husband will tell anyone that he’s the only one…
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Double Cheese Ready Baked Jackets
Jacket potatoes are one of my absolute favourite things to eat, whether I make them myself or eat them at my favourite coffee shop. (My…
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Sunday dinner
For most families it’s the highlight of the week. A treat everyone looks forward to. A chance to relax, chat and enjoy some delicious food….
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Body is a temple
My body is a temple. I’m very careful about what I put into it – partly because I don’t like certain things, but mainly because…
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Losing control
Things have been sliding a bit in our house lately. I’ve lost my grip on a few basic things I was always good at keeping…
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Scout camp
My son is on Scout camp. He’ll be back later today. He’s been gone for a WHOLE WEEK. We’re used to him going away for…
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