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#MappingMyData – Is It Time For A Data Detox?

by RachelSwirl May 23, 2021

This past year hasn’t been easy on any of us as we’ve been staying safe and working, learning, socialising and shopping from the comfort and safety of our homes. When it comes to the likes of shopping I’ll be honest and admit that like most people, I have done the bulk of my shopping online for a few years now, way before the pandemic hit. Though I’m aware that our high-street has suffered, due to the change in our shopping habits, I do try to support the high-street where possible but I’m a busy, working Mum and quite frankly find …

Don’t Disconnect From The Health Risks Of Online Shopping

by RachelSwirl January 5, 2021

The last year has seen us changing the way that we do just about everything. Suddenly, our work and learning are all taking place remotely, and they’re not the only things. Online shopping has also shot into the mainstream. On the surface, this online shift can seem like a positive for safety, and it’s certainly preferable to a trip outside right now. But, to say that online options are without risk wouldn’t be altogether true. Admittedly, it’s not known whether packages transmit coronavirus, but the world health organisation thinks there’s a strong chance they could. This is a risk that …

Now It’s November – Christmas Is Coming!

by RachelSwirl November 3, 2017

The clocks have gone back, the nights have drawn in and there’s the subtle smell of chimney smoke wafting in the crisp, cool air. Christmas is creeping ever closer and unlike most years when I’ve just about finished my shopping by now, this year I’ve barely even begun! God knows why but I feel quite stressed about the seasonal shopping stuff at present, not only is everything so ridiculously expensive these days but our kids seem to have everything they need and more! Trying to find ideas for two children whose entire household is stacked high with toys, games and …

Why You Don’t Need Black Friday to Get a Good Deal

by RachelSwirl October 31, 2017

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are pretty new things in the UK. After all, we don’t have Thanksgiving. But they’ve made their way across the pond, and people often use them to get a good deal. But are they really all that? Panic buying isn’t necessary when there are other great ways to save some money. There Are Other Great Seasonal Sales For one thing, there are other seasonal sales that are just as good, if not better. Traditionally, Boxing Day and January sales have been big ones in the UK, as well as other bank holidays. The great thing …

Must We Always Buy New?

by RachelSwirl October 19, 2017

Don’t get me wrong, I like my children to have ‘nice’ things but that doesn’t always mean those things must always be ‘new’. It really irks me that we seem to be such a throw-away society these days, thus why I will happily look for second-hand deals both on and offline for my children. This week for example I have managed to acquire a bundle of school tights and socks for E, a Next ‘Bunny themed’ school coat and a pair of trainers for the kids. So long as it’s in good condition, a quick wash and tumble dry should …