Merry Christmas To You!

Merry Christmas To You!

Wishing you a heartfelt Christmas. May your days be merry, your nights magical, and your heart full of the wonder and joy of the holiday season. Here’s to the final week of 2024 being filled with love, laughter and unforgettable memories; blessing you with warmth, togetherness and love! Lastly, Christmas isn’t just a day, it’s [...]

Christmas in July: The Time is Upon Us!

Christmas in July: The Time is Upon Us!

My second favourite time of year has arrived. There’s no telling my first, surely? Dust off your Santa hat, winter in the midst of summer is digitally here. And no, this isn’t a hallucination from heat exhaustion, I’m being serious! Mulled wine or a slush puppie? Hey, what’s wrong with refreshments? I know what you’re [...]

Are Table Manners History?

Are Table Manners History?

Etiquette? Manners? Get with the times, it's no longer trendy. So get your elbows out, we're free to do as we please! Sorry I worded that too respectfully, give me time and I'll even get my phone out; I can multitask, didn't you know? Society. Today. You choose to dine out to mark a special [...]

Valentine’s Day 2024 Ideas – Galentine’s Included!

Valentine’s Day 2024 Ideas – Galentine’s Included!

Booking a romantic dinner, or staying indoors for a cute intimate candlelit dinner and movie or even a long distance Valentine’s Day where you spend it apart, there are many ways to indulge this Valentine’s Day; singletons, I’ve got you! Whilst Valentine’s Day can be the perfect time to show your special one how much [...]

Christmas and Materialism – Has The Meaning Of Christmas Changed?

Christmas and Materialism – Has The Meaning Of Christmas Changed?

What immediately enters your mind when you think of Christmas? Food, presents, laying down... oh and family time. What's happened to being grateful, living in the moment and attending midnight mass? Unheard of in today's generation. Indoctrination here is key. The decline in appreciating the meaning and concept of wholesome family time without the bells [...]