Clare Macnaughton's Blog, page 17
February 12, 2020
Battling The Black Dog
In 1974, when my mum, Aunty Pat's sister Sue, died and Aunty Pat was catapulted from middle child of four children to the eldest of three; my gran hustled in on Pat's life and promoted her to eternal sidekick.
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August 15, 2019
Forces Compare Lands!
Thanks to an original new website, both serving and ex-military personnel can finally compare insurance including car, home, travel and kit policies on one inclusive platform. Forces Compare is the UK’s only forces led insurance comparison site and the platform …
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June 24, 2019
Cost of being a single parent
Being a single parent can be both rewarding and difficult. In a world where all the family deals seem to be marketed at households with two adults and two children, single parenthood can be that bit harder. Pay Plan conducted a study to …
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June 21, 2019
Taking a summer road trip – rules of the road
Collaborative Post Summer is the best season for a long road trip with your family. Why not make the most of the remainder of summer by planning that a family road trip the kids. A road trip is a great …
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April 8, 2019
We are off to Sunny Spain – Y Viva Espana!
This summer I’m heading to the Costa Cálida. Hang a right at Alicante Airport, steer away from the crowded Benidorm beaches and discover Murcia’s golden sands, crystal seas and fabulous spirit of adventure. I’m excited I’ve heard that it’s the …
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January 9, 2019
Military Misread Millennials & Make Misery in 2019 Recruitment Campaign
There has been a huge backlash from those serving in the military in response to the latest recruitment campaign. It is the advertising equivalent of #DadDancing. With mixed reviews from commentators and controversy fuelled by soldier Stephen McWhirter (poster boy for …
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December 19, 2018
The New Year New You 2019 Resolutions
The time of new beginnings is upon us. Are you stuck with bad habits and are looking for some resolution ideas to kickstart the New Year New You part of the festive season? To lose weight, eat healthier, improve their …
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October 18, 2018
Top Reasons Why You Need an Emergency Fund
If you are trying to become financially free, the first thing that you will need to do is create an emergency fund in your account. An emergency fund is there as a buffer when life happens and an unexpected cost …
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October 17, 2018
Drowning in Debt? A Debt Management Plan Could Be A Lifeline
When you are drowning debt, it can be incredibly stressful. However, no debt problems are unsolvable.There is not always a quick fix solution; but there’s always a way.And the sooner you take the lifeline the better, because the earlier you …
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September 21, 2018
Support Veterans Returning Home From Duty
When veterans return home from duty, they are going to need support from their families to get them back into the ways of normal life. Most people will never have to serve for their country in their lifetime, yet there …
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