It can be very exciting when you move into a new home, but once the boxes are unpacked and the kettle is up and running,you can find yourself in a strange new world. It is understandable to feel like you are walking in someone else’s shoes, or invading someone else’s space. A traveller in a foreign land. Use these simple steps to blow away the cobwebs of the old owner, and shine your light in your new home. The First Few Steps Inside Moving into a new house can often feel like stepping into the unknown, and certainly the unfamiliar. The rooms will not hold any of your personal memories yet, and the walls echo with a sense of emptiness. It is also a blank canvas, waiting for you to…

Holding a memorial service at home provides a unique opportunity to create a personal and intimate gathering to honour the life and memory of a loved one. It allows you to create a warm and comforting environment where family and friends can come together to share stories, memories, and support.  Here, we will explore some practical steps and meaningful ideas to help you plan and organise a memorial service at your home. With the help of these suggestions, you can create a deeply personal and heartfelt tribute that celebrates your loved one’s life.  Decide On The Format Of The Service Before planning the details, consider the purpose and format of the memorial service you want to hold. Determine whether you want it to be formal or informal, religious or secular,…

As the solo parent of three incredible autistic children, life has been a roller-coaster ride filled with victories, frustrations, struggles, joys, and lots of survival mode. In between navigating meltdowns, school systems, therapy sessions, and simply managing the ebb and flow of everyday life, which can be challenging enough, as many of you know. In the midst of my unique parenting journey, our house has become more than just a roof over our heads. It’s also been neglected and as I’ve emerged from survival mode, I’m working to breathe new life into the house that has kept us safe and warm for all these years. It’s nothing a little bit of love, a fresh coat of paint, and some sweat equity won’t fix. I’m starting in my office because I…