Because he really doesn’t need another “World’s Best Dad” mug… Let’s be honest—shopping for Dad can feel like trying to pick a film everyone wants to watch. Tricky. Most of us default to the usual socks, chocolates, or a last-minute Read More
Heading off to university is a huge milestone — especially if it’s your first time living away from home. Between the excitement (hello, freedom!) and the nerves (who knew laundry could be so complicated?), one big question looms: what should Read More
In today’s digital age, capturing memories has become easier than ever. Whether it’s a birthday party, a wedding, or a family vacation, photographs allow us to relive special moments and cherish them for years to come. Mixbook, a popular online Read More
How to Have a More Eco Friendly Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day seems to have become a very commercial affair but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t celebrate it. We just need to take a simpler more personal approach to make it Read More
Who Am I? Hi, if you’re new to the Blog and don’t know me yet, I’m Francesca but everyone calls me Frankie; and this is my Blog “Thoroughly Modern Grandma “. I’m married to Mr J, who’s put up with Read More
Zero waste Halloween Wow where did the Summer go? We’re now well into September and the leaves are starting to turn on the trees and the mornings are beginning to have that Autumnal feel. I love this time of year. Read More
Father’s Day Father’s Day is on Sunday 21st June in the UK this year. And, as with a lot of things in 2020, we will have to approach it slightly differently. With Lockdown restrictions on socialising and shop openings it Read More
Earth Day Earth Day started back in 1970 and takes place on the 22 April each year. Earth Day 2020 marks it’s 50th anniversary. A turning point in Public awareness of environmental issues affecting our Planet came with the publication Read More
Take some time to teach your kids about the environment With everyone in lockdown in the UK and lots of parents having to home school their children. Now would be a good time to make use of the free learning Read More
It feels as though we’ve all suddenly been forced to slow down our lives and press pause. This gives us a great opportunity to practice Slow Living. And, although the circumstances around it are a bit scary and out of Read More
