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Real life. Real challenges. Real stories.

Welcome to my Lifestyle Parenting Blog, where I explore topics related to chronic illnesses such as ME/CFS, chronic pain, and fibromyalgia while embracing a passion for yoga, books, and blogging.

Tanya Hindes 11/3/26 Tanya Hindes 11/3/26

12 Easy Air Dry Clay Christmas Decorations to Make at Home

Looking for easy air dry clay Christmas decorations? Discover 12 beginner friendly ideas, from handmade tree ornaments and personalised gift tags to festive garlands, snowflakes and keepsakes.

Tanya Hindes 10/20/15 Tanya Hindes 10/20/15

Halloween Crafting with Bostik

We've being doing some Halloween crafting with Bostik.

Tanya H 6/19/15 Tanya H 6/19/15

How to Turn an Old Book into a Storage Box

I have wanted to make a keepsake box out of one of my old books for a while now. The idea of upcycling a beloved book into something practical and sentimental has been tugging at my heart. There's a particular book that is worn from multiple readings, its pages scrunched and fragile. Rather than letting it collect dust on the shelf, transforming it into a keepsake box feels like a fitting way to honour its role in shaping my love for books.