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Ooh we love a brew. National Tea Day - What could be better?
Today is National Tea Day, a whole day dedicated to the celebration of Britain's favourite brew. Here is the low down on the best drink of the day and the 5 rules of pouring the perfect cuppa!
It's the season of Bank Holidays....and We Love it!
We've just had Easter and the long weekend, and now we can look forward to May with the two traditional long weekends but for 2023 the bonus day in honour of King Charles' coronation! Thanks Charlie xx
Garden Lovers Tips for Spring
Spring is just around the corner, and for gardeners, this means it’s time to start preparing your garden for the growing season. Getting your garden ready for spring can be an exciting time, as it’s a chance to get outside, breathe in the fresh air, and start planting new life. Here are some tips on how to get your garden ready for spring.
The Gift of Mum: Educator, Caregiver and Advocate
In the past mothers were considered the backbone of a family, raising their children and created a nurturing environment for them to grow and thrive. From pregnancy to birth and beyond, mothers were the primary caretakers and supporters of their children. In this blog, we will explore the importance of mothers and caregivers to explore the significant impact they have on their children's lives.
8 Good Reasons to Embrace the Month of Love
It’s hard to believe sometimes with the cold, wet weather, but there are many reasons to celebrate February – here’s one good reason… it’s the month of love. What’s not to like? You might be surprised at just how much you love this month.
The Truth about Cats & Dogs. How much is too much?
Being an animal-loving nation, we see them as so much more. A quote heard often from anybody owning a pet is “but, they’re part of the family” and do you know, we couldn’t agree more! Keeping it real, here at OohBox, we’ve thought of practical pet gifts to keep you and your pet happy.
Strikes, Delivery Issues and Christmas Gifts
Whether you are one to brave the weather, the crowds and the alcohol or prefer to shop from the comfort of your armchair, I think this year, both routes could prove to be a battle field. Royal Mail strikes!
Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Big Families
Instead of buying a gift for everyone, you draw a name out of a hat, and keeping it to yourself, you only buy for that one person. On Christmas Day, all the Christmas presents go under the tree, and the recipients can try and guess who their ‘Secret Santa’ is.
The aim is to choose a budget that you can comfortably save up for without breaking the bank – you don’t want to be worrying about January, but you do want to make sure you’ve got your person a thoughtful enough gift. It’s their only one, remember!
Is it OK to embrace sadness? Of Course! Here's Why.
If sadness is visiting you every now and again, however, sometimes it’s good to leave the door on the latch, stick the kettle on, and sit down with it. If you’re feeling brave, you can even leave it a key.
OohBox Tips to Finding Calm in a Busy World
Calm is an elusive state of being nowadays. Finding calm in today’s hectic world often feels like finding a needle in a haystack, but that doesn’t mean it’s totally out of your reach.
How to Slow Down and Welcome Autumn
While I love the cooler weather and the grey skies, many would way prefer to be back in July or August, sunning it up and drinking margaritas in the garden. And while I might not be able to convince you that Autumn is the best season, I think I can bring you round on it being better than you think.
Struggling with Your Houseplants? Handy Hints to Keep Them Happy
Plants are so so important for our mental health, our food, our air quality, our wildlife and the planet. Let’s play our very small part to help them out.
