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Bridget Clarke, Children's Story Writer & Illustrator 'MY A-Z OF ANIMALS', BY BRIDGET CLARKE 'It is a whimsical introduction to the animal kingdom with a sprinkle of magic dust added.'- Amanda Coen - Parade Handmade MY A-Z OF ANIMALS by Bridget Clarke, is the kind of book I loved as a child. It is a whimsical, soft back book. It is an introduction to the animal kingdom with a sprinkle of magic dust added. Every animal has a different story or poem. The kind of book a child will go back to again and again. I love that not only...

Gemstone Jewellery Has a Special Appeal As we all know the world is awash with jewellery and trinkets of all varieties and styles. Fashion jewellery, costume jewellery and the real deal of course, gemstone jewellery. Perhaps it incorporates precious metals such as your typical engagement ring or diamond tiara. Whatever it is and however much it costs in cash, there is more to consider. Other benefits of jewelry are sentimentality of course and style. You don't need to spend massively but you do need a good eye for detail. Gemstone jewellery is a popular choice. Even semi-precious stones are desirable....

Mindfulness For Kids I wish Derval Dunford and Ann Caulfield were around when we were in school. They foster mindfulness for children and adults. We could have done with some empowering input. Mindfulness for children is a tool children can bring with them into adulthood to enable them to find their inner balance when life gets bumpy. Feeling centered even when everything else is spinning around will help develop resilience and help to understand that everything comes at it's own pace. Meanwhile, stillness will take some of the anxiety away associated with living, even the anxiety apparent when life is...

Mindfulness Is Not Just A Trend Imagine this.. (Quote from SUI CD On Mindfulness Meditation and Deep Relaxation).. 'Accompanied by soft enchanting music, allow yourself to be guided effortlessly step by step to that peaceful place within, to a focused state or even to sleep....'   I don't know about you but I rarely get to a truly peaceful state. I don't allow myself the time. (Bad idea I know). I listen to that sentence and think 'wow, yeah I'd love that' and then 'yeah, I don't have the time'.. (I need to give myself the time). I feel peaceful...

There's Big Appeal In A Tea Cosy  Tea Cosies By Shoreline, Co Mayo There is so much value in a tea cosy. You may ask yourself what the benefits are of tea cosies in Ireland. The first and foremost beneficial aspect is the practical use of course. Keeping the tea warm over a long chat or a family teatime is crucial. You can keep topping it up with more water and a few more leaves and it becomes a real 'brew' doesn't it. There's plenty for everyone and 'there's more where that came from' and plenty of 'fuel' for further...