Returning to Work after Paternity Leave
As I slurp back my third coffee to keep my eyes awake, I’m having serious withdrawal symptoms of spending time with my wife and child. I thought I wanted to come back for a break but I’m missing the funny faces that my third born…
Pushing 40, I have to Get fit for my Kids and Myself
It’s time to get fit. I’ve recently had a new-born daughter and I’m 39 this year, and truth be told I’m beginning to panic. You could describe my physique as a typical dad bod. The reason behind the panic is that, although 39 is no…
9 Things to Consider When Buying a Family Car for Six
Our family expanded to six people (four children) a little over a year ago and one of the financial effects of this was an outlay on a new car. We managed with one car for many years because the kid’s school is a five-minute walk…
Kids Return to School after Christmas Break
I think if we are honest, after two weeks of craziness we are all in some way happy to see the kids return to school after Christmas break. As magical a time as Christmas is, after two weeks of chocolate-fueled mayhem, my kids (party of 4)…