• Hot Cherry Pillows

    Hot Cherry Pillows #hotcherrypillows

    I have to tell you when I first heard about Hot Cherry Pillows the first thing that popped into my mind was Warrents song Sweet Cherry Pie. Yes, again, it’s one of those weird things I remember. I know all the words to that song released 30 years ago (but can’t for the life of me remember what I want to the kitchen for 10 minutes ago!) Then as I started writing this post “Sweet Cherry Wine” by Neil Diamond came to mind…… ohhhh how my mind does wander. It’s a scary place up in my mind. ANYWHOOOOOOOOO; Now that I have those two songs loud and clear in your…

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    Growing up fast – gift buying for teens

    Where does the time go? From building blocks and cuddly toys that get passed on to cousins or neighbors to outgrowing their first bike and even making the transition from the kids’ clothing section to ‘small’ or even ‘medium’ adult sizes, children grow up fast and without warning. While helping our children to make the journey from one day to the next as a happy and healthy young person is all part of the plan, the added headache of gift buying for teens is something for which we are seldom prepared. But it doesn’t have to be that difficult.  Check out these teen gifts for inspiration. You see, even the…

  • Small Businesses

    Even Small Businesses Can (And Should) Help The Environment

    If you run your own small business, you’ve more than likely heard the term Corporate Social Responsibility. A phrase that’s become increasingly important to businesses as it becomes incrementally more important to the consumers that use them. Corporate Social Responsibility is essential if we’re to create a better form of commerce. One that acknowledges the necessity of its commitment to the workforce, and every link in the supply chain. What’s more, businesses are increasingly expected to show a commitment to sustainability and consideration for the environment. Indeed, millennial consumers in particular expect the businesses they buy from to have a strong focus on sustainability. And, crucially, they’re prepared to pay…